1.5
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Installation and Making a Voice Profile
- Interface
- Modes and the Microphone
- Dictation Mode
- Spelling Mode
- Punctuation
- Commands
- Windows
- Menus
- Tips on Speaking
- The Cache and the Golden Rule
- Sound Input Troubleshooting
- What’s Installed Where
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