Word dictation not working after update

Since being forced to update to Windows 11, my Word dictation does not work. The microphone acts like it is working like it used to do, but is not. I have looked through the complicated solutions on here but I am hoping you have corrected your huge error and can give me some simple instructions for fixing this - otherwise Windows is of no use to me as this is something I need for work each day.

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Good day! This is Rodney A. an Independent Advisor here in Microsoft Community. My goal is to resolve your issue in a timely manner.

Please try this:

Option 1: Repair Microsoft Office

Open Control Panel > Programs and features > select Microsoft Office with the orange logo > right click and select Repair

Restart the computer and test if dictation is working. If issue persist, do the option 2.

Option 2: Uninstall and Reinstall

Open Control Panel > Programs and features > select Microsoft Office with the orange logo > right click and select Uninstall

Open a browser, go to www.account.microsoft.com/services and Install Microsoft Office.

Let me know how it goes, thank you!

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Last updated April 16, 2025 Views 33 Applies to: