Switch between using Dictation and Voice Command modes

This feature is available in the Simplified Chinese, English (U.S.), and Japanese language versions of Microsoft Office.

Use Dictation mode

To turn the words you speak into text, click Dictation on the Language bar or say "dictation."

Use Voice Command mode

To select menu, toolbar, dialog box (U.S. English only), and task pane (U.S. English only) items by using your voice, click Voice Command on the Language bar or say "voice command."