Fact · Dictation on Windows
Microsoft says Voice Access works in three modes, chosen by the task you want to do.
Checked against its source on October 16, 2026
In the source's own words
“You can work in three different modes based on the tasks you want to perform.”
Get started with voice access, Microsoft, Microsoft Support, 2026, Different modes in voice access section.
Open the original- What it measures
- The three modes are default (commands and text), commands only, and dictation only.
- What it does not show
- The modes are on the Voice Access page, not in the voice typing tool.