How to use dictation in watchOS 9 on your Apple Watch

This section gives you step by step instructions on how to use dictation in watchOS 9, with pictures of the screens to help.

2. To bring up the keyboard, tap into an area that accepts keyboard input (such as the Message box in the Messages app).

2. Tap the microphone button on the bottom row of the keyboard and begin speaking.

3. When you have finished speaking, tap the Done or Send button (depending on the app you are using) in the top-right of the screen.

4. If you receive a message saying Dictation Disabled, you can turn Dictation on in Apple Watch settings. Follow steps 5 - 9.

5. Press the Digital Crown on your Apple Watch. If your apps are displayed as icons, tap the Settings icon . If your apps are displayed in a list, scroll down and tap Settings.

6. On the Settings screen, scroll down and tap General.

7. On the General screen, scroll down and tap Dictation.

8. On the next screen, tap the toggle switch for Dictation to turn it on. You will receive a notification informing you some information will be sent to Apple when using Dictation. Tap Enable Dictation to agree to this.

9. When you are happy with your settings, you can return to the app you were previously using by double-pressing the Digital Crown.