2. Using the Dragon Dictate Interface

In This Chapter

Interface Elements 16

Modes 20

Performing Common Tasks 21

Dragon Dictate’s interface is simple and designed to be unobtrusive, especially when using it with other applications.

While the Dictate application is active, it offers the usual collection of menus and windows for setting options and working with certain application features. When another application is active, however, its interface is limited to a few translucent windows and a menu bar icon—all of which can be hidden if you prefer not to see them.

This chapter introduces the Dictate interface and explains how you can use each of its elements to work with the application. It also tells you how to perform a few basic tasks that you’ll ...

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