Fact · Accessibility and health
Microsoft says that to dictate a document in Word you need a headset and a reliable internet connection.
Checked against its source on October 16, 2026
In the source's own words
“All you need is a headset and reliable internet connection.”
Use a screen reader to dictate a document in Word, Microsoft Support, 2026, Introduction of the support article.
Open the original- What it measures
- Microsoft's guide to dictating with a screen reader lists this as the only equipment and connection requirement, and it describes dictation for quick drafts, outlines and notes.
- What it does not show
- The article does not say how a headset affects recognition compared with a built-in microphone, and it does not describe offline use.