Google Docs voice typing, answered.
Why is Google Docs voice typing not working?▾
Voice typing only works in Google Chrome on desktop, and the tab must stay focused. Check that your microphone is allowed for docs.google.com, that the correct input device is selected in your OS settings, and that no other app is using the mic. If it still fails, use the free tool above and paste the text into your document.
Does Google Docs voice typing work on mobile?▾
Not directly — the Tools → Voice typing feature is desktop Chrome only. On a phone you can use your keyboard's built-in dictation (the microphone key) inside the Google Docs app, or use the tool above in your mobile browser and paste the result.
Is there a free alternative to Google Docs voice typing?▾
Yes — the voice-to-text tool on this page works in any browser tab, transcribes in real time, supports voice punctuation, and lets you copy the result straight into Google Docs, Word, email, or anywhere else. It's free and runs privately in your browser.
Is this voice-to-text tool really free?▾
Yes — completely free, unlimited, with no sign-up, no watermark, and no time limit. There is nothing to install and no credit card required.
Does my audio get uploaded to a server?▾
No. Live dictation uses your browser's built-in speech recognition, and the audio-file transcriber runs an AI model (Whisper) directly inside your browser via WebAssembly. Your voice and recordings never leave your device — there is no upload.
Which browsers are supported?▾
Live microphone dictation works best in Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge (and Chrome on Android). The audio-file transcriber runs in any modern browser, including Firefox and Safari, because it does not depend on the browser's speech engine.
How accurate is the transcription?▾
Accuracy is very good for clear speech in a quiet room with a decent microphone. Speaking at a natural pace, avoiding heavy background noise, and using a headset mic all improve results. You can always edit the transcript directly in the box.
Can I add punctuation by voice?▾
Yes. Say commands like “period”, “comma”, “question mark”, “new line”, or “new paragraph” and the tool inserts the right character automatically.
Can I export the text?▾
Yes — copy to clipboard with one click, or download as a .txt file. The audio-to-text and subtitle tools can also export timestamped .srt subtitles.