How do I enter dictation mode with the Microphone when Smart Keyboard for iPad is attached

I cannot find a Mic button, but would still like to use dictation mode instead of the keyboard

Posted on Dec 9, 2019 01:29 PM

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Hello,

Unfortunately you cannot access the dictation button while iPad's Smart Keyboard is attached.

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Dec 9, 2019 01:30 PM in response to ThomasLangner

Hello,

Unfortunately you cannot access the dictation button while iPad's Smart Keyboard is attached.

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