Publisher's Synopsis
This unique tutorial was written for individuals who produce a significant amount of documents on computers with Microsoft Operating Systems Vista thru Windows10, but whose productivity is limited by their inability to effectively use the keyboard. Constant use of the back key, highlighting incorrect information, deleting it, and retyping the correct information creates frustration and hampers creativity.The solution for them and anyone seeking a better method of composing documents on their computer is to discover and learn to use Microsoft Windows Speech Recognition, a free application which produces text by voice. It is already part of their Microsoft operating system. The tutorial systematically teaches Microsoft Windows Speech Recognition but also contains helpful articles on other, mostly free applications and resources. If you use and frequently produce letters or more lengthy documents, but have difficulty typing, this guide will not only put you on the road to understanding and using Windows Speech Recognition, but will also show you how to add tables, diagrams, and photos to improve the quality of your work. You will learn new skills, expand your knowledge, and with practice you will become more productive. In addition to Windows Speech Recognition, it also introduces word editors and processors, construction and printing of tables, converting documents to PDF files, using image editors, Optical Character Recognition (OCR); text-to-speech. Websites, an introduction to editing and proofreading tools, and additional resource materials and tools to improve your manuscripts. If your computer does not have an adequate microphone, you will need only this book and a speech recognition compatible microphone or headset. They cost under $20.00.
