Using Voice Input in Documents

What is Voice Input?

Voice Input in Whisperit allows you to dictate text directly into your documents using your microphone. Instead of typing, you can speak naturally and have your words transcribed in real-time, making document creation faster and more efficient.

How to Access Voice Input

1. Open any document in Whisperit

2. Look for the microphone icon in the document editor

3. Click the microphone icon to activate voice input

4. Begin speaking to dictate your text

5. Click the microphone icon again to stop dictation

Using Voice Input Effectively

Getting Started: • Position yourself in a quiet environment to minimize background noise • Ensure your microphone is properly connected and configured • Speak clearly and at a natural pace • Click the microphone icon when you're ready to start dictating

During Dictation: • Speak continuously without long pauses • Enunciate clearly, especially for legal terminology • Use natural speech patterns - the system will handle punctuation • If using Smart Transcription, the text will be automatically formatted

Ending Your Session: • Click the microphone icon again to stop recording • Review the transcribed text for accuracy • Make any necessary corrections

Voice Commands

You can use voice commands to control formatting:

• Say "period" to add a period (.) • Say "comma" to add a comma (,) • Say "question mark" to add a question mark (?) • Say "exclamation point" to add an exclamation mark (!) • Say "new line" to start a new line • Say "new paragraph" to start a new paragraph

Best Practices for Voice Input

Environment Setup: • Choose a quiet location with minimal background noise • Use a quality microphone for best results • Position the microphone 6-12 inches from your mouth • Test your audio settings before important dictation sessions

Speaking Technique: • Maintain a consistent speaking volume • Speak at a moderate pace - not too fast or slow • Pause briefly between sentences • Spell out unusual names or technical terms if needed

Workflow Tips: • Combine voice input with keyboard editing for efficiency • Use Smart Transcription for improved accuracy • Review and edit transcriptions after dictating • Save your work frequently during long dictation sessions

Common Use Cases

Voice Input is particularly useful for:

• Drafting initial versions of legal documents • Creating meeting notes and summaries • Recording client interviews or consultations • Composing emails and correspondence • Documenting case notes and observations • Transcribing audio recordings or interviews

Troubleshooting Voice Input

Microphone Not Working: • Check that your microphone is connected properly • Verify microphone permissions in your browser settings • Go to Settings > Audio Settings to select the correct microphone • Test your microphone using your computer's sound settings

Poor Transcription Quality: • Reduce background noise • Move closer to the microphone • Speak more clearly and slowly • Enable Smart Transcription for better results • Check your internet connection

Delay in Transcription: • Ensure you have a stable internet connection • Close unnecessary browser tabs or applications • Try refreshing the page • Check if your system resources are available

Tips for Legal Professionals

• Practice dictating legal terminology before important sessions • Use voice input for first drafts, then refine with keyboard editing • Create a glossary of frequently used legal terms • Combine with templates for maximum efficiency • Always review transcriptions carefully before finalizing documents