Automatic punctuation in Messages

How can I stop Messages dictation from automatically punctuating when I pause?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 16

Posted on Dec 6, 2022 04:47 PM

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Posted on Dec 8, 2022 06:29 PM

Hey KindAtheist,


Thank you for using Apple Support Communities!


Here's how to turn off Auto-Punctuation:


Dictate text on iPhone - Apple Support


As you speak to insert text, iPhone automatically inserts punctuation for you.
Note: You can turn off automatic punctuation by going to Settings  > General > Keyboard, then turning off Auto-Punctuation.


Cheers!

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Dec 8, 2022 06:29 PM in response to KindAtheist

Hey KindAtheist,


Thank you for using Apple Support Communities!


Here's how to turn off Auto-Punctuation:


Dictate text on iPhone - Apple Support


As you speak to insert text, iPhone automatically inserts punctuation for you.
Note: You can turn off automatic punctuation by going to Settings  > General > Keyboard, then turning off Auto-Punctuation.


Cheers!

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