In this workbook series we will learn how to access basic accessibility features on a mobile device running iOS (iPad/iPhone). Today’s lesson will cover section 5 (Dictation).
Open the Notes, WORD, or Pages app. Open a blank document. On the onscreen keyboard, tap on the Mic icon. Dictate a sentence, then tap Done when you are done with your sentence(s). Ex: “I am learning how to use dictation features on the iPad (Period)”.
Here are some of the most helpful commands you can use with dictation – with the command listed first and then the result:
iOS Advice shares “How to Get the Most Out of Siri Dictation” video below:
Dictate the following sentences into the Notes app:
The dog ran and barked loudly.
Watch out for that car!
You can purchase 1, 2, or 3, apples.
1+1=2
I watch ABC and NBC to get news updates.
The menu includes the following: Hotdogs, Hamburgers, sausages, baked beans.
The teacher exclaimed, “Congratulations! You made the honor roll!”
Download the Dictation Worksheet here.
The VoiceOver focus must be on the textbox and in edit mode (blinking cursor) before activating dictation.
https://www.perkins.org/sites/elearning.perkinsdev1.org/files/Dictation%20Worksheet.docx
By Ericka