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Voicebrook Thursday August 04, 2016
Have you called Voicebrook support when VoiceOver seems to understand commands, but won’t type what you’re dictating (or vice versa)? If so, then you may have heard a Client Services Specialist mention the phrase “toggling modes” as a method of fixing the problem. However, you may be thinking, “What exactly does 'toggling modes' mean?”
Toggling modes means switching between the different VoiceOver modes. These modes can be found under “Vocabulary” on the VoiceOver Toolbar.
While 'Normal' mode is the standard for use, other modes may be used during troubleshooting. On occasion, VoiceOver can become stuck in the wrong mode and this can cause the program to misrecognize commands or dictation. If you find that you can execute commands but not typing, toggling modes is one way to solve this problem.
You can toggle the modes either manually or vocally. To manually toggle the modes, click on the “Vocabulary” button located on the VoiceOver Toolbar and select any mode besides “Normal Mode.” Then click again on the “Vocabulary” button and choose “Normal Mode” and try to dictate. If it’s typing again, great! The problem’s fixed. If not, try vocally toggling the modes. To vocally toggle the modes, simply make sure your microphone is on and say “Normal mode on.” If this fixes the issue you’re all set and can get back to dictating as usual. If toggling the modes still doesn’t fix the problem, please contact Voicebrook support and we’ll be happy to help you.