How do I turn on the microphone on my Apple Watch Series 7?

Answered by Robert Flynn

To turn on the microphone on your Apple Watch Series 7, please follow these steps:

1. Ensure that your Apple Watch is paired with your iPhone.
2. On your iPhone, open the Watch app.
3. Scroll down and tap on “General”.
4. In the General settings, locate and tap on “Enable Dictation”.
5. Toggle the switch to the right to enable dictation on your Apple Watch.

Enabling dictation allows you to use the microphone on your Apple Watch for various tasks, including voice-to-text messages. Once the microphone is turned on, you can use it in supported apps like Messages to dictate your messages instead of typing them.

It’s important to note that dictation may require an active internet connection on your iPhone to process and convert your speech into text. Additionally, certain restrictions or privacy settings on your iPhone may also affect the availability or functionality of dictation on your Apple Watch.

By enabling dictation, you can easily compose messages or respond to notifications on your Apple Watch using your voice. This feature can be particularly useful when you’re unable to type or prefer the convenience of dictation.

I hope this helps you turn on the microphone and enjoy voice-to-text messaging on your Apple Watch Series 7!