Speech to Text
The Speech to Text tool converts your spoken words into written text using your browser's speech recognition capabilities. Click the microphone button, speak, and your words appear as text in real time. This tool is useful for dictation, hands-free writing, accessibility, and anyone who prefers speaking over typing. It supports multiple languages and works entirely in your browser.
Formula
Speech recognition: - API: Web Speech API (SpeechRecognition) - Languages: depends on browser - Real-time: text appears as you speak - Punctuation: speak 'comma', 'period', etc. Browser support: Chrome, Edge (best), Safari (limited)
Example
Say: Hello world, this is a test. Text: Hello world, this is a test. Say: Open bracket, item one, close bracket. Text: [item one] Say: New line. Text: (inserts line break)
How to Use
- Select your language
- Click the microphone button to start
- Speak clearly into your microphone
- Your words appear as text in real time
- Edit the text as needed and copy it
Frequently Asked Questions
Which browsers support speech recognition?
Chrome and Edge have the best support for the Web Speech API. Safari has limited support. Firefox does not currently support it. For best results, use Chrome or Edge on desktop or mobile.
What languages are supported?
The tool supports any language supported by your browser's speech recognition engine. Most major languages are supported, including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and Hindi. Select your language from the dropdown.
How accurate is speech recognition?
Accuracy depends on your microphone quality, background noise, speaking clarity, and accent. Modern speech recognition is 90-95% accurate for clear speech in a quiet environment. Punctuation may need manual correction.
Can I edit the text after speaking?
Yes. The transcribed text appears in an editable text area. You can click anywhere to edit, add punctuation, correct mistakes, or format the text. The tool combines speech input with manual editing.
Is my speech data sent to a server?
The Web Speech API may send audio to your browser's cloud service for processing (e.g., Google's servers for Chrome). The text is not stored permanently. For complete privacy, use a local speech recognition tool. Check your browser's privacy policy for details.