How to Use Apple Intelligence: Dictate Numbers with Siri on iPhone

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Are you looking to dictate numbers in words using Siri? If you want to say “nineteen hundred and eight” instead of just saying “1908,” you’re in the right place. Here’s how to make sure Siri understands your preferences.

How to Dictate Numbers in Words with Siri

1. Check Your Siri Settings

   • Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
   • Scroll down and tap on Siri & Search.
   • Make sure Enable Siri is turned on.

2. Adjust Dictation Settings

   • Go back to the Settings menu.
   • Scroll down to General and tap on it.
   • Select Keyboard.
   • Turn on Enable Dictation if it’s not already enabled.

3. Using Siri for Dictation

   • Open the Notes app or any app where you want to dictate.
   • Tap on the text field to bring up the keyboard.
   • Tap the small microphone icon on your keyboard.
   • Start speaking your text, using phrases like “nineteen hundred and eight” for numbers.

4. Practice for Better Recognition

   • Siri learns from your voice. Practice dictating a few different numbers in words to help improve accuracy.
   • If you need to correct Siri, simply tap on the text and make adjustments manually.

5. Consider Third-Party Apps

   • If Siri isn’t giving you the results you want, consider using third-party dictation apps that might offer more customization.
   • Look for apps specifically designed for writing or dictation that may have settings for expressing numbers in words.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to easily dictate numbers in words and ensure that Siri understands exactly what you mean. Happy dictating!

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