Hopefully you checked out our Live Captions on Windows and Mac Devices blog post and know all the reasons why one might use Live Captions. But in case you didn’t, let’s recap those reasons…

Why Use Live Captions

• Quiet Environments – for example, taking a call in a library but you’ve forgotten your headphones (or forgot to charge them)
• Noisy Environments – for example, working in a shared space where even with headphones, it can be difficult to hear what is being said
• Language Support – captions can help those who speak languages other than what is being spoken follow along more easily, and even improve comprehension
• Accessibility – not just for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, but some individuals find it easier to process written information rather than auditory information
• Focus & Comprehension – captions can reinforce spoken content, helping with focus, memory and understanding (especially during fast paced conversations or lectures)
• Clarity in Calls – Live Captions work during video calls (such as Teams), helping you catch every word even if the audio quality isn’t perfect.

Live Captions on Android Devices

To turn live captions on:

1. Go to Settings
2. Then Sound & Vibration
3. Toggle on Live Captions

Live Captions on iOS Devices

1. Go to Settings
2. Then Accessibility
3. Toggle on Live Captions

AI Usage Acknowledgement

This post was jointly written by Copilot and a human.