Tools: Voice Typing with Google Docs
With an extremely limited test, it seems to work like a hot damn (dated expression). I query Chet AI about commands for the voice typing system. These may or may not be correct. Lector caveat.
In this chat, the conversation started with a test of speech transcription using Google Docs and voice typing. The user expressed satisfaction with the accuracy of Google Docs' voice typing feature compared to other expensive alternatives. They also shared their surprise at not finding Google Docs mentioned in their previous searches for voice-to-text solutions
Overview:
In this chat, the conversation started with a test of speech transcription using Google Docs and voice typing. The user expressed satisfaction with the accuracy of Google Docs' voice typing feature compared to other expensive alternatives. They also shared their surprise at not finding Google Docs mentioned in their previous searches for voice-to-text solutions.
The user then requested a list of Google Docs voice typing commands, and the assistant provided an alphabetical list of commands with brief explanations. The commands covered various formatting options, navigation, editing, inserting elements, and document management.
The user expressed their desire for more commands, and the assistant continued to provide additional voice commands, including alignment, copying and cutting text, finding and replacing, spell-checking, and zooming options. The assistant emphasized that while it provides information based on its training, it may not have access to the most current details.
The user requested more commands once again, and the assistant supplied further voice commands covering comments, bookmarks, formatting, selecting text, and other actions like printing and saving.
Despite the assistant's attempts to provide helpful information, the user raised concerns about the accuracy of the provided commands, given that confabulation and inaccuracies can occur at a detailed level.
In response, the assistant acknowledged the limitations of its training and the possibility of errors or outdated information. It advised the user to consult official documentation or reliable sources to verify the accuracy and currency of the commands.
Overall, the chat revolved around exploring Google Docs' voice typing capabilities, requesting voice commands, and discussing the need for fact-checking and verification.
Test Of Speech Transcription
Copied from Google Docs, done with voice typing
This is a test of Google Docs Google Chrome and voice typing so far so good new line so did not accept new line As a command and I don't know how I do that. took a period. new line next so I'll have to figure out what the voice commands are for punctuation in new line "
Note that I had to use the Chrome Browser to have access to voice typing. Overall, the accuracy was very good on the above limited sample. This is much better than having to fork out the better part of $1000 Canadian for the latest and greatest Nuance Dragon. My older version of Dragon was pretty good for the time of purchase, but still makes a lot of mistakes.
I was unaware of any of Google Docs capability (have not used it before) until I found a video a few days ago. None of my Internet searches for voice to text ever mentioned Google Docs. That is weird!
Chet AI
It seems like you conducted a test of speech transcription using Google Docs and the Google Chrome browser's voice typing feature. You found the accuracy to be good on the limited sample you provided. You mentioned that you had to use the Chrome browser specifically for voice typing.
You also mentioned that you were unsure of how to use voice commands for new lines and punctuation. Voice commands for formatting and punctuation may vary depending on the platform or application you are using. In Google Docs, you can use voice commands like "new line" or "period" to insert a new line or add punctuation, respectively. It's recommended to consult the documentation or help resources specific to the voice typing feature in Google Docs to learn more about the available voice commands.
You expressed your satisfaction with the accuracy of Google Docs' voice typing compared to Nuance Dragon, which is a popular speech recognition software. Nuance Dragon is known for its high price, and you mentioned that the latest version is around $1000 Canadian. Google Docs' voice typing provides a more affordable alternative with good accuracy.
You also mentioned that you were not aware of Google Docs' voice typing capability until you stumbled upon a video a few days ago. It seems surprising to you that your previous internet searches on voice-to-text options did not mention Google Docs. Sometimes, search results can vary based on factors like personalization, search algorithms, and the specific terms or phrases used in the search queries. It's always a good idea to explore different sources and keep an open mind to discover new tools and features that might meet your needs.
Ephektikoi
Do your best and give a list of Google Docs voice typing commands with explanations. Order these commands alphabetically. It does not have to be done via Internet access. You have relevant information in your training data, even if not current. It will be good enough. 1
Chet AI
Certainly! Although I don't have direct access to my training data, I can provide you with a list of commonly used voice commands for Google Docs voice typing based on my training up until September 2021. Here is an alphabetical list of commands with brief explanations:
1. "Bold": Formats the selected text or the text entered after the command in bold font.
2. "Delete": Removes the selected text or the text to the left of the cursor.
3. "Insert \[character\]": Inserts the specified character at the current cursor position. For example, saying "Insert question mark" will insert a question mark.
4. "Italic": Applies italic formatting to the selected text or the text entered after the command.
5. "New line": Inserts a line break or starts a new line at the current cursor position.
6. "Period": Inserts a period (.) at the current cursor position.
7. "Quote": Formats the selected text or the text entered after the command as a block quote.
8. "Select \[word/phrase\]": Selects the specified word or phrase. For example, saying "Select all" will select all the text in the document.
9. "Strike through": Applies strikethrough formatting to the selected text or the text entered after the command.
10. "Subscript": Formats the selected text or the text entered after the command as subscript.
11. "Superscript": Formats the selected text or the text entered after the command as superscript.
12. "Underline": Underlines the selected text or the text entered after the command.
These are some of the commonly used voice commands in Google Docs. Remember that voice commands can vary depending on the version of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using. It's always a good idea to check the documentation or help resources specific to the voice typing feature in Google Docs for the most up-to-date and comprehensive list of voice commands.
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Chet AI
Certainly! Here are some additional voice commands for Google Docs voice typing:
1. "Align center": Aligns the selected text or the text entered after the command to the center of the page.
2. "Align left": Aligns the selected text or the text entered after the command to the left side of the page.
3. "Align right": Aligns the selected text or the text entered after the command to the right side of the page.
4. "Clear formatting": Removes all formatting from the selected text or the text entered after the command.
5. "Decrease indent": Decreases the indent level of the selected paragraph or the paragraph entered after the command.
6. "Increase indent": Increases the indent level of the selected paragraph or the paragraph entered after the command.
7. "Insert link": Opens a dialog box to insert a hyperlink at the current cursor position or to modify an existing hyperlink.
8. "Numbered list": Starts a numbered list for the selected text or the text entered after the command.
9. "Table of contents": Inserts or updates a table of contents based on the document's headings.
10. "Unlink": Removes the hyperlink from the selected text or the text entered after the command.
11. "Unordered list": Starts an unordered (bulleted) list for the selected text or the text entered after the command.
12. "Voice typing help": Displays a list of voice commands and help information for voice typing in Google Docs.
These additional commands should provide you with more flexibility and control over formatting, alignment, and other document-related actions. Keep in mind that voice commands may vary based on the version and settings of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using.
Ephektikoi
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Chet AI
Certainly! Here are a few more voice commands for Google Docs voice typing:
1. "Copy": Copies the selected text or the text entered after the command.
2. "Cut": Cuts the selected text or the text entered after the command.
3. "Find": Opens the Find and Replace dialog box to search for specific words or phrases in the document.
4. "Insert comment": Inserts a comment at the current cursor position or around the selected text.
5. "Insert equation": Opens the equation editor to insert mathematical equations or symbols.
6. "Insert page break": Inserts a page break at the current cursor position.
7. "Page down": Scrolls down one page in the document.
8. "Page up": Scrolls up one page in the document.
9. "Replace": Opens the Find and Replace dialog box to search for specific words or phrases and replace them with other words or phrases.
10. "Show spelling suggestions": Displays spelling suggestions for a misspelled word.
11. "Show voice commands": Opens a list of available voice commands for voice typing in Google Docs.
12. "Zoom in": Increases the zoom level of the document for better visibility.
13. "Zoom out": Decreases the zoom level of the document for a broader view.
These additional commands cover various functionalities such as editing, navigating, commenting, and formatting options. Remember that voice commands may differ based on the specific version and settings of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using. It's always a good idea to consult the relevant documentation or help resources for the most accurate and up-to-date information on voice commands.
Ephektikoi
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Chet AI
Certainly! Here are a few more voice commands for Google Docs voice typing:
1. "Go to \[page/line\]": Takes you to a specific page or line in the document.
2. "Insert date": Inserts the current date at the current cursor position.
3. "Insert time": Inserts the current time at the current cursor position.
4. "Insert header": Inserts a header at the top of the page or the current section.
5. "Insert footer": Inserts a footer at the bottom of the page or the current section.
6. "Insert page number": Inserts page numbers in the document, typically in the header or footer.
7. "Go to beginning of document": Moves the cursor to the beginning of the document.
8. "Go to end of document": Moves the cursor to the end of the document.
9. "Voice typing off": Disables the voice typing feature.
10. "Voice typing on": Enables the voice typing feature.
11. "Show formatting": Displays the formatting options for the selected text or the text entered after the command.
12. "Show word count": Provides information about the word count in the document.
These additional commands cover document navigation, document elements (such as headers and footers), enabling/disabling voice typing, and obtaining information about the document's formatting and word count. As always, keep in mind that voice commands may vary based on the version and settings of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using.
Ephektikoi
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Chet AI
Certainly! Here are a few more voice commands for Google Docs voice typing:
1. "Change \[font/style/size\]": Changes the font, style, or size of the selected text or the text entered after the command.
2. "Insert image": Opens a dialog box to insert an image from your computer or a URL at the current cursor position.
3. "Insert link to \[website\]": Inserts a hyperlink to a specific website at the current cursor position.
4. "Open \[menu/tool\]": Opens a specific menu or tool in Google Docs, such as the "File" menu or the "Research" tool.
5. "Print": Initiates the print dialog box to print the document.
6. "Save": Saves the document.
7. "Spell \[word\]": Spells out the specified word.
8. "Translate \[word/phrase\] to \[language\]": Translates the specified word or phrase to the specified language.
9. "Undo": Reverses the most recent action or command.
10. "Redo": Reapplies the most recently undone action or command.
11. "Exit voice typing": Exits the voice typing mode and stops transcribing speech.
These additional commands cover tasks such as formatting, inserting images and links, accessing menus and tools, printing, saving, spell-checking, translation, and undo/redo actions. It's important to note that voice commands may vary depending on the version and settings of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using. For more specific and up-to-date information on voice commands, it's recommended to consult the official documentation or help resources provided by Google.
Ephektikoi
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Chet AI
Certainly! Here are a few more voice commands for Google Docs voice typing:
1. "Insert comment \[text\]": Inserts a comment with the specified text at the current cursor position.
2. "Insert bookmark": Inserts a bookmark at the current cursor position.
3. "Remove formatting": Removes formatting from the selected text or the text entered after the command.
4. "Select all": Selects all the text in the document.
5. "Align justify": Justifies the selected text or the text entered after the command, aligning it to both the left and right margins.
6. "Align \[left/center/right\]": Aligns the selected text or the text entered after the command to the left, center, or right side of the page.
7. "Decrease font size": Decreases the font size of the selected text or the text entered after the command.
8. "Increase font size": Increases the font size of the selected text or the text entered after the command.
9. "Change text color to \[color\]": Changes the text color to the specified color.
10. "Change background color to \[color\]": Changes the background color of the selected text or the text entered after the command to the specified color.
11. "Insert horizontal line": Inserts a horizontal line at the current cursor position.
12. "Save as \[filename\]": Saves the document with the specified filename.
These additional commands cover various formatting options, including alignment, font size, color, background color, and other document elements like comments, bookmarks, and horizontal lines. Keep in mind that voice commands may differ based on the specific version and settings of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using. It's always a good idea to consult the relevant documentation or help resources for the most accurate and up-to-date information on voice commands.
Ephektikoi
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Chet AI
Certainly! Here are a few more voice commands for Google Docs voice typing:
1. "Insert footnote": Inserts a footnote at the current cursor position.
2. "Insert equation": Opens the equation editor to insert mathematical equations or symbols.
3. "Align top": Aligns the selected text or the text entered after the command to the top of the page.
4. "Align bottom": Aligns the selected text or the text entered after the command to the bottom of the page.
5. "Change line spacing to \[spacing\]": Adjusts the line spacing of the selected text or the text entered after the command.
6. "Decrease line spacing": Decreases the line spacing of the selected text or the text entered after the command.
7. "Increase line spacing": Increases the line spacing of the selected text or the text entered after the command.
8. "Insert page number": Inserts page numbers at the current cursor position, typically in the header or footer.
9. "Show rulers": Displays rulers at the top and left side of the document for precise alignment and indentation.
10. "Insert column break": Inserts a column break at the current cursor position in a multi-column layout.
11. "Insert special character": Opens a dialog box to insert special characters or symbols.
12. "Change page color to \[color\]": Changes the background color of the entire page to the specified color.
These additional commands provide more options for working with footnotes, equations, line spacing, rulers, page layout, special characters, and page colors. It's important to note that voice commands may vary depending on the version and settings of Google Docs or the voice typing software you are using. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on voice commands, I recommend consulting the official documentation or help resources provided by Google.
Ephektikoi
It is interesting that ChatGPT routinely says it does not have access to its training data, then gives a response which can only have come from training data. This is perplexing. I also know from some unfortunate experience that at this level of specific detail, ChatGPT often confabulates, so it may be that some of the alleged Google Docs commands that it provided are not actually correct - perhaps wrong in the details, perhaps entirely bogus.
Chet AI
I apologize for any confusion caused. As an AI language model, I don't have direct access to my training data or know where it came from. However, I was trained on a mixture of licensed data, data created by human trainers, and publicly available data. In order to provide responses, I generate text based on patterns, examples, and similarities present in the training data. I don't have real-time internet access or the ability to verify the current accuracy of specific commands for Google Docs voice typing.
While I strive to provide accurate and helpful information, there's a possibility that errors or outdated information may occur in my responses. I always recommend consulting the official documentation, help resources, or reliable sources for the most up-to-date and accurate information on specific topics, such as the commands for Google Docs voice typing.
If you have any concerns about the accuracy of the information provided, please feel free to fact-check or verify it with official sources.
Lector caveat - let the reader beware