Quick Fixes
1 Restart Dictation
Go to System Settings > Keyboard > Dictation. Turn it off, wait 10 seconds, then turn it back on. This resets the dictation service.
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Check Your Settings
2 Check Microphone Permissions
Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone. Ensure the apps you're using have microphone permission enabled.
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Microphone Issues
3 Test Your Microphone
Open Voice Memos or QuickTime and record a short clip. If you can hear yourself, your microphone is working.
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Internet Connection
4 Check Internet Connection
If using cloud processing, ensure you have a stable internet connection. Try switching to on-device processing if available.
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Alternative Solutions
5 Try Voice Anywhere
If built-in dictation continues to fail, try Voice Anywhere as an alternative. It uses different speech engines and often works when built-in dictation doesn't.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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