Fact · Dictation in your apps
Microsoft says Dictation in Microsoft 365 uses speech-to-text with a microphone and a reliable internet connection.
Checked against its source on October 16, 2026
In the source's own words
“Dictation lets you use speech-to-text to author content in Microsoft 365 with a microphone and reliable internet connection.”
Dictate your documents in Word, Microsoft, 2026, Introduction.
Open the original- What it measures
- The troubleshooting section also tells users with accuracy problems to make sure they are on a fast and reliable internet connection.
- What it does not show
- Microsoft 365 apps, not the Windows voice typing tool.