How to Fix Speech-to-Text Microphone Not Working in Adobe Fill & Sign on Android
Question details
The user is unable to use the speech-to-text feature to add text in a PDF document because the microphone icon is inactive.
- Product
- Adobe Fill & Sign
- Device & OS
- Samsung phone (Android)
- Scenario
- Attempting to dictate text into a PDF form using the mobile application's speech-to-text functionality.
- Observed behavior
- The microphone icon is visible on the screen but remains completely inactive and unresponsive when tapped.
Ensure your Samsung device has an active internet connection, as Android's native speech-to-text processing often requires network access to transcribe voice accurately.
Enable Microphone Permissions for Adobe Fill & Sign
Granting microphone access directly in your Android system settings usually resolves inactive speech-to-text icons.
Android OS restricts apps from using the device microphone by default to protect your privacy. If Adobe Fill & Sign does not have explicit permission, the dictation icon will remain greyed out or unresponsive.
Navigate to your Samsung device's home screen or app drawer and tap the 'Settings' gear icon.
Scroll down and tap on 'Apps' to view all installed applications. Search for 'Adobe Fill & Sign' and select it.
Tap on 'Permissions', then select 'Microphone'. Change the setting to 'Allow only while using the app' to grant the necessary voice access.
Configure Speech Input in Android Keyboard Settings
Ensure that your default keyboard (such as Samsung Keyboard or Gboard) has voice input capabilities enabled.
Update the Application
Outdated application versions can cause compatibility issues with standard Android voice-to-text services.
Easily Fill and Sign PDFs on Android with WPS Office
If you continue facing microphone compatibility issues in your current app, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides a robust, mobile-friendly PDF editor that integrates flawlessly with your Android device's native speech-to-text keyboard, making form filling effortless.
- 1. Open the PDF: Launch the WPS Office app on your Android device and open the PDF form you need to fill out.
- 2. Access Fill & Sign: Tap the 'Tools' menu at the bottom, select the 'PDF Edit' or 'Fill & Sign' option to begin inserting information.
- 3. Use Voice Input: Tap on any text field to bring up your on-screen keyboard. Tap the microphone icon directly on your keyboard to utilize seamless speech-to-text dictation.
- 4. Save and Export: Once your form is completely filled out, tap 'Save' or share the finalized PDF directly via email or your preferred messaging app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the microphone icon visible but greyed out in my PDF app?
A greyed-out or unresponsive microphone icon typically means the application lacks the necessary system permissions to access your device's microphone, or voice input has been disabled in your active keyboard's settings.
Can I use speech-to-text on Android without an internet connection?
Most native Android voice typing services require an internet connection to process complex speech accurately. However, keyboards like Gboard allow you to download offline language packs for basic offline dictation.
How do I change my default keyboard on a Samsung phone to one that supports voice dictation?
Go to Settings > General management > Keyboard list and default. From there, you can choose a different default keyboard (such as Gboard or Samsung Keyboard) that fully supports voice typing functionality.
Does WPS Office mobile support voice typing for PDF documents?
Yes, WPS Office fully supports your device's native keyboard inputs. This means you can use Google Voice Typing or Samsung Voice Input seamlessly when filling out PDF forms or writing documents within the app.
