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."