> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.ambient.commure.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Dictation Mode

> Go hands-free with our new, always-on dictation engine. Draft entire notes by voice, with real-time formatting and smart punctuation.

## Dictation

**Dictation** helps you edit notes with your voice and add context that you didn't get to during the visit.

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### What It Does

* Uses real-time, speech-to-text technology to transcribe your voice into specific sections of your note.
* Meant to let you **quickly add context** without having to type out your edits.

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### When and Where It Appears

* Displayed as a **microphone** icon next to each section of your note after it is generated
* You will need a stable Internet connection in order for the dictation engine to execute. You will see a clear notification if you are offline and try to dictate.

### Benefits

* Hands-free: we know it can be frustrating to click into a box and type out by hand
* Reduce time spent editing
* Utilize dictation to help restructure and regenerate your notes