How to improve voice to text on iPhone

Voice-to-text technology has certainly create more ways that I can create content on my mobile devices. As an iPhone user, I’ve found this feature to be super helpful when it comes to quickly jotting down ideas, composing messages or even writing full blog posts. Over time, I’ve discovered several ways to improve the voice-to-text experience on iPhone. Let me share what I’ve learned.

Enable and customize voice dictation

Make sure voice dictation is enabled on your iPhone. Here’s how:

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap on Keyboard
3. Toggle on “Enable Dictation”

While you’re there, you can also add additional languages if you’re multilingual. I’m fluent in English and German, so I’ve set up both keyboards. This allows me to dictate in different languages by simply switching keyboards. Usually it detects what language I’m speaking in anyway.

Choose the right environment

Sometimes, it can pick up others speaking around me, so some quietness is important. Dictating with AirPods is, of course, another option.

However, to get the best results, I recommend:

• Finding a quiet space when possible
• Minimizing background noise
• Avoiding crowded public spaces where others might be speaking nearby

Use quality audio input

The microphone you use can significantly impact the accuracy of voice-to-text. I usually voice dictate with my iPhone headphones or AirPods. That seems to work well.

Speak clearly and naturally.

When dictating, I’ve found it’s best to:

• Enunciate words clearly
• Speak at a natural pace – not too fast or too slow
• Use a consistent tone and volume

Proofread and edit

While voice-to-text technology has improved dramatically, it’s not perfect. No matter where you voice-dictate messages, make sure to proofread them before sending them! It’s easy to forget, and I do that all the time.

Some tips for effective proofreading:

• Read through your text immediately after dictation
• Look for common errors
• Check for any words that may have been misheard – I know I have some main ones that usually get transcribed incorrectly

Manage auto-capitalization

If you’re having issues with capitalization, there’s a simple fix. Go to: Settings…Keyboard… Auto-Capitalization to toggle this feature on or off.

Like any skill, improving your voice-to-text abilities takes practice. The more you use it, the more comfortable and efficient you’ll become. And that’s how to improve voice to text on iPhone.