# Voice Input

## Where to Find It

The Voice Input button is located in the **Composer toolbar**, typically to the left of the send button. It appears as a microphone icon (🎤).

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### What It Does

When you click the Voice Input button:

1. **Starts recording** from your selected microphone
2. **Transcribes speech** to text in real-time (when supported)
3. **Stops recording** when you click again or after a timeout
4. **Inserts transcribed text** into the composer
5. **Ready to send** - Review and edit if needed, then send

### How to Use

#### Basic Workflow

1. **Click the Voice Input button** (🎤) and wait for it to pulse red
2. **Speak your prompt** clearly
3. **Click again to stop** recording
4. **Review the transcribed text** in the composer
5. **Edit if needed** (add details, fix transcription errors)
6. **Send** your message

#### Setting Up Your Microphone

1. **Gear icon** → **Settings** → **Microphone**
2. **Select your input device** from the dropdown
3. **Test the microphone** using the test button
4. **Adjust volume** if needed
5. **Save settings**

#### Best Practices

1. **Speak clearly** - Enunciate words for better transcription
2. **Minimize background noise** - Use a quiet environment
3. **Speak at normal pace** - Not too fast or too slow
4. **Review transcription** - Check for errors before sending
5. **Edit as needed** - Add details or fix mistakes

### Voice Input States

#### Idle State

* **Microphone icon** (🎤) - Ready to record
* **Click to start** recording

#### Recording State

* **The button will pulse**
* **Click again to stop** recording

#### Processing State

* **Shows processing indicator** - Transcribing audio
* **Wait for completion** - Text appears when ready

#### Error State

* **Shows an error message** - If recording fails or no dialog is detected
* **Check microphone** settings and permissions

### Use Cases

#### Quick Prompts

**Perfect for:**

* Fast iterations
* Quick questions
* Simple requests
* When typing is inconvenient

#### Hands-Free Operation

**Great when:**

* Your hands are busy (adjusting Premiere Pro)
* You're describing what you see
* You want to speak naturally
* You're working with a team (can speak while others watch)

#### Long Prompts

**Useful for:**

* Detailed descriptions
* Complex requests
* Natural language explanations
* When typing would be slow

### Technical Details

#### Microphone Requirements

* **Any USB or built-in microphone**
* **System default** or manually selected device
* **Permissions** - Browser must have microphone access

### Tips for Best Results

1. **Use a good microphone** - Better hardware = better transcription
2. **Speak clearly** - Enunciate, don't mumble
3. **Minimize noise** - A quiet environment works best
4. **Review before sending** - Always check transcription
5. **Edit as needed** - Add details or fix errors
6. **Practice** - Gets easier with use

### Troubleshooting

#### "Microphone not working."

**Solutions:**

* Check that the microphone is connected and powered
* Verify microphone permissions in browser/OS
* Select the correct device in Settings → Microphone
* Test the microphone using the test button
* Check system audio settings

#### "Transcription is inaccurate."

**Solutions:**

* Speak more clearly and slowly
* Reduce background noise
* Use a better microphone
* Edit transcription manually
* Check microphone volume levels

#### "Voice input button doesn't appear."

**Solutions:**

* Check the browser supports the Web Speech API
* Verify you're in a supported environment
* Try refreshing the panel
* Check for extension updates

#### "Recording stops immediately."

**Solutions:**

* Check microphone permissions
* Verify the microphone is working in other apps
* Try a different microphone
* Check system audio settings

### Related Features

* **Text Input** - Type prompts manually
* **Microphone Settings** - Configure input device
* **Composer** - Where transcribed text appears

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