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Voice Recognition Setup

GenFeed.ai's voice recognition feature allows you to create content hands-free by speaking your ideas directly into the platform. This guide will help you set up and optimize voice recognition for the best results.

System Requirements​

Desktop Requirements​

  • Operating System: Windows 10+, macOS 10.14+, Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+)
  • Browser: Chrome 90+, Edge 90+, Safari 14+, Firefox 88+
  • Microphone: Any USB or built-in microphone
  • Internet: Stable connection (minimum 1 Mbps)

Mobile Requirements​

  • iOS: Version 14.0 or higher
  • Android: Version 8.0 or higher
  • GenFeed.ai Mobile App: Latest version

Enabling Voice Recognition​

Step 1: Check Microphone Permissions​

Browser Permissions

  1. Click the lock icon in your browser's address bar
  2. Find "Microphone" in the permissions list
  3. Select "Allow" for docs.genfeed.ai
  4. Refresh the page

System Permissions (Windows)

  1. Go to Settings → Privacy → Microphone
  2. Enable "Allow apps to access your microphone"
  3. Ensure your browser is allowed

System Permissions (macOS)

  1. Go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy → Privacy
  2. Select Microphone from the left panel
  3. Check the box next to your browser

Step 2: Enable Voice Recognition in GenFeed.ai​

  1. Log in to your GenFeed.ai account
  2. Navigate to Settings → Voice Recognition
  3. Toggle "Enable Voice Input" to ON
  4. Select your preferred language
  5. Choose voice activation method:
    • Push-to-Talk: Hold button to record
    • Voice Activation: Automatic detection
    • Always Listening: Continuous mode (Pro plans)

Step 3: Configure Audio Settings​

  1. Click "Audio Settings" in Voice Recognition menu
  2. Select your microphone from the dropdown
  3. Adjust input sensitivity using the slider
  4. Test your microphone with the "Test Audio" button
  5. Enable noise cancellation (recommended)

Voice Commands​

Basic Commands​

  • "Start recording": Begin voice input
  • "Stop recording": End voice input
  • "New paragraph": Start a new paragraph
  • "New line": Insert line break
  • "Delete last sentence": Remove previous sentence
  • "Clear all": Delete all dictated text

Punctuation Commands​

  • "Period" or "Full stop": .
  • "Comma": ,
  • "Question mark": ?
  • "Exclamation mark": !
  • "Colon": :
  • "Semicolon": ;
  • "Open quotes" / "Close quotes": " "
  • "Open parenthesis" / "Close parenthesis": ( )

Formatting Commands​

  • "Bold [text]": Makes text bold
  • "Italic [text]": Makes text italic
  • "Underline [text]": Underlines text
  • "Heading 1/2/3": Creates headings
  • "Bullet point": Starts bulleted list
  • "Number list": Starts numbered list

AI Commands​

  • "Generate content": Process dictated text with AI
  • "Improve this": Enhance the dictated text
  • "Make it longer": Expand the content
  • "Make it shorter": Condense the content
  • "Change tone to [formal/casual/friendly]": Adjust writing style

Advanced Voice Features​

Custom Voice Commands​

Create your own voice shortcuts:

  1. Go to Settings → Voice Recognition → Custom Commands
  2. Click "Add New Command"
  3. Set the voice trigger phrase
  4. Define the action or text replacement
  5. Save and test

Example custom commands:

  • "My signature" → Inserts your email signature
  • "Company name" → Types "GenFeed.ai"
  • "Current date" → Inserts today's date

Voice Templates​

Speed up content creation with voice-activated templates:

  1. Navigate to Templates → Voice Templates
  2. Select or create a template
  3. Assign a voice command
  4. Use the command during dictation

Example: Say "Blog intro template" to insert your standard blog introduction format.

Multi-Language Support​

Switch between languages seamlessly:

  1. Set primary and secondary languages in settings
  2. Use "Switch to [language]" command
  3. Dictate in the selected language
  4. AI will maintain language consistency

Supported languages:

  • English (US, UK, AU, CA)
  • Spanish (ES, MX, AR)
  • French (FR, CA)
  • German
  • Italian
  • Portuguese (BR, PT)
  • Japanese
  • Chinese (Simplified, Traditional)
  • Korean
  • And 20+ more

Optimizing Voice Recognition Accuracy​

Environmental Setup​

  1. Quiet Environment

    • Minimize background noise
    • Close windows and doors
    • Turn off fans or AC if possible

  2. Microphone Placement

    • Position 6-12 inches from mouth
    • Keep at chest level
    • Avoid breathing directly into mic

  3. Acoustic Treatment

    • Use in carpeted rooms when possible
    • Avoid echo-prone spaces
    • Consider a pop filter for professional use

Speaking Tips​

  1. Clear Articulation

    • Speak naturally but clearly
    • Don't rush or mumble
    • Maintain consistent volume

  2. Proper Pacing

    • Speak at moderate speed
    • Pause between sentences
    • Allow system to process

  3. Command Clarity

    • Slight pause before commands
    • Emphasize command words
    • Use consistent command phrases

Troubleshooting Common Issues​

Low Recognition Accuracy

  • Check microphone quality
  • Adjust input sensitivity
  • Run voice training module
  • Update browser/app

Commands Not Working

  • Verify command syntax
  • Check language settings
  • Ensure proper pausing
  • Review custom commands

Audio Cutting Out

  • Test internet connection
  • Check browser permissions
  • Disable battery optimization
  • Update audio drivers

Voice Training​

Improve recognition accuracy with personalized training:

  1. Go to Settings → Voice Training
  2. Complete the 5-minute training session
  3. Read provided phrases clearly
  4. System learns your speech patterns
  5. Retrain monthly for best results

Accessibility Features​

Voice Feedback​

Enable audio confirmation:

  1. Settings → Accessibility
  2. Toggle "Voice Feedback"
  3. Adjust feedback volume
  4. Choose voice style

Visual Indicators​

  • Red dot: Recording active
  • Green wave: Processing speech
  • Blue check: Command recognized
  • Yellow warning: Low audio quality

Keyboard Shortcuts for Voice​

  • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + V: Toggle voice input
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + M: Mute/unmute
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + S: Stop recording
  • Escape: Cancel voice input

Privacy and Security​

Data Handling​

  • Voice data is processed in real-time
  • No permanent voice recordings stored
  • Text output saved only
  • End-to-end encryption

Privacy Controls​

  1. Immediate Processing: Voice converted to text instantly
  2. No Voice Storage: Audio deleted after processing
  3. Local Processing Option: Available for Enterprise plans
  4. Data Deletion: Remove all voice-generated content anytime

Best Practices​

For Content Creation​

  1. Outline First: Plan your content structure
  2. Speak Naturally: Don't force formal language
  3. Edit After: Focus on ideas during dictation
  4. Use Commands: Master shortcuts for efficiency

For Different Content Types​

Blog Posts: Speak conversationally, add formatting later Emails: Use templates and formal commands Social Media: Quick thoughts with hashtag commands Reports: Structure with heading commands

Team Collaboration​

  1. Standardize Commands: Share custom commands
  2. Training Sessions: Group voice training
  3. Quality Guidelines: Set accuracy standards
  4. Feedback Loop: Share tips and tricks

Mobile Voice Recognition​

App-Specific Features​

  • Offline mode (limited features)
  • Background dictation
  • Widget support
  • Gesture controls

Mobile Best Practices​

  1. Use headphones with mic
  2. Enable airplane mode for offline
  3. Regular app updates
  4. Clear cache monthly

Getting Support​

If you experience issues:

  1. Check our troubleshooting guide
  2. Run the diagnostic tool in Settings
  3. Contact support@genfeed.ai
  4. Include your diagnostic report

Voice recognition technology is constantly improving. Check back regularly for updates and new features!