Stenography & shorthand
Hide the source, remove visual cues, and develop accurate outlines at a controlled target pace.
Explore stenography practice →Free online dictation practice
Practise dictation at a controlled target pace.
Add a passage, set a target WPM, and write what you hear. Use one focused workflow for stenography, typing, and handwriting.
- No account required
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- No DictationFlow cloud storage
Practice workspace
Set the method. Start the session.
Select a mode, add a passage, and choose a pace. Your browser reads one word at a time at the target cadence you set.
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Three practice modes
Use one workflow across the skills you are developing.
DictationFlow keeps the method consistent while adapting the workspace to each mode.
Typing transcription
Type what you hear, then compare the response locally to assess accuracy and corrected pace.
Explore typing practice →Handwriting
Select a sustainable pace, write by hand, and repeat the passage until execution is consistent.
Explore handwriting practice →A controlled practice cycle
A repeatable method for pace and accuracy.
Useful speed depends on accuracy and control. DictationFlow provides a focused process for practising relevant passages at a pace you select.
01Select relevant material
Practise the vocabulary, subject, and sentence structure required for your work.
02Control the challenge
Adjust target WPM in measured steps rather than switching between fixed recordings.
03Repeat efficiently
Proceed directly to the next repetition, with no registration or advertising.
Recommended five minute method
Use a short cycle to build consistent performance.
Start with this routine, then adapt it to your course, examination, or professional workflow.
Read the complete practice guide →- 1Begin below your limit
Select a short, familiar passage and a pace that preserves control.
- 2Complete one focused take
Maintain continuity. Note difficult points and complete the passage.
- 3Review and repeat
Correct difficult phrases, then repeat at the same pace before increasing it.
Target WPM guide
Increase pace only when control is stable.
These ranges support practice planning, not certification. The appropriate pace depends on the task, voice, and material.
Target paceUseful forPractice focus
15 to 40 WPMNew outlines, handwriting, unfamiliar vocabularyForm and comprehension
40 to 80 WPMDaily shorthand drills and typing practiceConsistency and accuracy
80 to 120 WPMDeveloping stenographers and transcriptionistsSustained concentration
120 to 150 WPMExperienced practitioners using suitable voicesChallenge and examination preparation
Ready to use passages
Select a passage and start without setup.
Choose a short passage and edit it before the session begins.
Practice content remains local
Your practice text is not sent to DictationFlow.
The player uses capabilities in your browser. If you enable session restore, your passage is stored in this browser. Imported files and images are processed in the browser. Supporting software is downloaded from external content networks. Feedback leaves your device only when you choose to submit it.
Read the privacy notice →Is DictationFlow really free?
Yes. The current web practice tool is free, has no advertising, and does not require an account.
Is the displayed WPM exact?
No. DictationFlow sets a target cadence. Audible timing varies because browsers and operating systems provide different voices and speech engines.
Which languages work?
DictationFlow shows the voices available in your browser. Coverage and quality depend on the voices installed on your device.
Can I use a PDF or image?
You can import text based PDFs and common images. English image text recognition runs in the browser and works best with clear, high contrast pages. Scanned PDFs may need conversion to images first.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes, on modern mobile browsers with speech support. A laptop or desktop generally provides the most comfortable setup for longer typing sessions.
Start with a clear plan