When it comes to dictation software, it's not that easy to get an accuracy of over 95%. No dictation software is exceptional. Sometimes it is for the different software settings, but the input device also influences it. So, we're here to explore how to improve accuracy in dictation software in this guide, whether you're using FIFINE microphones or other input devices.
Common Noises in Recording
Your input devices can easily pick up the noise if you're speaking in a room with good acoustics and no background noise. The apps hear everything. Imagine:
Your dog is barking.
Your phone conversation or a discussion with your coworker.
Words you mutter under your breath.
Chewing noises when you snack at your desk.
FIFINE Microphones Adjustment
If such an environment is not accessible, try to reduce noise by turning off or keeping your FIFINE microphone away from the vibration machine, like air-con, fans, etc.
Position the microphone 1-2 inches from your mouth. The closer to your mouth the mic is placed, the less background noise it will absorb. It’s especially true for the omnidirectional mic, like the FIFINE MICROPHONE K668.
You would want the input level of the computer to be somewhere around 80%or so. You get a bit lower than that, and the audio would be muffled, which harms the accuracy.
Hold the microphone in a comfortable position, and consistently each time you use it.
Dragon Naturally Speaking Setup
For specific apps, below are the suggestions to improve accuracy on Dragon Naturally Speaking.
1. Adapt your writing style.
Learn from your specific documents. (0:41-2:42)
Train words. (2:42-3:34)
Learn from your sent emails. (3:34-4:56)
Add contact names in your email to your vocabulary. (4:57-5:45)
2. Add news or individual words to your vocabulary. (6:00-6:36)
3. Find an additional tool to improve. (6:38-6:54)
For more details? Here's a detailed text info about improving accuracy in dictation software.
There's no 100% accuracy for your dictation software, whatever software and input devices you use. But with some steps and guides, we can improve the accuracy by adjusting the mic and using the software apps.