Sony ICD-BP150VTP Dragon Naturally Speaking 6 Users Guide - Page 156
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CHAPTER 12 Speaking and Dictating Dictation tips s Speak in complete sentences or complete phrases. Think of what you're going to say before you say it. Composing a sentence in your head before saying it will help you maintain your train of thought. s For complex writing, outlining is key. For a detailed letter, write or dictate a few words summarizing the main point and subpoints of each paragraph. When you're dictating, look at the outline. You'll be able to expand the outline to complete sentences as you speak. s When you're writing a first draft, capture your ideas as quickly as you can get them on the screen. Don't try to edit as you go-you can come back and edit later. Tell yourself to keep talking. s If you need extra motivation to get over dictation hesitancy, think of all you have to gain from writing aloud. Imagine doubling your output. Imagine filling the screen with text without having to type. Relax your hands, arms, and shoulders, and think about how nice it is not to have to bang away at the keyboard. s As in any writing, keep your audience in mind. To help the dictation flow, think about the particular person for whom you are writing. s When composing aloud, your writing style may change. Some people find that their spoken style is less polished and more conversational. It may be easy and rapid for you to dictate first drafts, then go back and revise later. You might be pleased with your new spoken style, teach yourself how to compose aloud in your "old" style, or use a combination of dictating and revising to get the results you want. Use whatever methods work best for you. 148 Dragon NaturallySpeaking User's Guide