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How to Stop Word Read Aloud from Announcing Quotation Marks on Android
Question details
The user wants to prevent the Read Aloud feature in Microsoft Word for Android from audibly reading out quotation marks and other punctuation.
- Product
- Microsoft Word for Android
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Listening to a document using the Read Aloud feature on an Android device.
- Observed behavior
- The Read Aloud voice unexpectedly announces quotation marks and punctuation, disrupting the natural reading flow.
Ensure your Microsoft Word app for Android is updated to the latest version and verify that your device's default Text-to-Speech engine is functioning properly.
Change the Read Aloud Voice Pack
Switching the voice pack can often resolve issues where specific voices incorrectly announce punctuation marks during playback.
Different voice packs handle punctuation differently. Some accessibility-focused voices are designed to read every character, while others provide a natural reading experience.
Launch Microsoft Word for Android and open the document you wish to listen to.
Tap on the 'Review' tab in the menu ribbon, then select 'Read Aloud'.
While the Read Aloud player is active, tap the Settings (gear) icon on the player controls.
Choose a different voice pack from the list and resume playback to check if quotation marks are still being announced.
Check for Document Corruption or Formatting Issues
Determine if the issue is isolated to a specific document's formatting or hidden text corruption.
Reset Microsoft Word Settings
Clear application glitches by resetting Word settings to their defaults.
Try WPS Office for a Seamless Mobile Reading Experience
If Microsoft Word continues to read punctuation incorrectly on your Android device, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides an excellent, lightweight mobile app with robust document compatibility and a comfortable reading mode.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install WPS Office from the Google Play Store on your Android device.
- 2. Open Your Document: Launch the app and open your existing Word (.docx) document.
- 3. Use Read Aloud: Tap 'Tools', navigate to the 'View' tab, and select 'Read Aloud' to listen to your text comfortably without punctuation glitches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Read Aloud suddenly reading punctuation on Android?
This can happen due to a recent update in your device's Text-to-Speech engine, selecting a highly detailed accessibility voice pack, or hidden formatting conflicts within the document itself.
Can I completely disable punctuation announcements in Word for Android?
Microsoft Word does not have a specific built-in toggle for punctuation. You must resolve it by changing the active voice pack in the Read Aloud settings or adjusting the Android system's default Text-to-Speech engine.
Will resetting Word delete my files?
No, resetting the app settings from the Word menu only clears local configurations and preferences. Your documents saved on your device or in OneDrive will remain safe and unaffected.
