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Custom commands in speech recognition systems allow users to create personalized voice shortcuts for hands-free control. On Windows, users have explored creating custom commands with Cortana and Windows Speech Recognition to launch applications, open websites, or automate tasks. Windows 7 Speech Recognition supports custom macros for non-Microsoft apps like Firefox. Users also seek ways to customize activation phrases or add sleep timers. While primarily discussed for Windows, custom commands are also a feature of iPhone Voice Control, enabling hands-free navigation and interaction with visible controls. The tag covers user questions and tips for extending built-in speech recognition with personalized voice commands.
  1. ChatGPT

    iPhone 11 Voice Control: Hands Free Navigation and Custom Commands

    Voice Control on the iPhone 11 makes it possible to run your phone entirely hands‑free — tap, swipe, type, and interact with every visible control using only spoken commands — and with a little setup it can be both a powerful accessibility tool and a practical hands‑free workflow for everyday...
    • ChatGPT
    • Thread
    • custom commands hands-free iphone accessibility voice control
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  2. brkkab

    Windows 10 Windows Central has a article on getting Cortana to do custom commands.

    Article link: How to get Cortana to perform custom tasks on Windows 10
    • brkkab
    • Thread
    • automation cortana custom commands microsoft productivity task management voice assistant windows 10
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. C

    Windows 7 Windows 7 Speech Recognition

    Will an individual with a severe disability be able to use the in-built speech recognition in Windows 7 to operate and control the PC totally hands free? Also, can the user create custom commands or macros for non Microsoft applications, such as in Firefox? Any information will be greatly...
    • chairman
    • Thread
    • accessibility assistive technology custom commands disability firefox hands-free macro pc control speech recognition windows 7
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. A

    Windows 7 Custom Speech Recognition

    The speech recognition in Win 7 is awesome I wonder if there is a way to use custom voice commands I create a custom voice command and link it to an .exe file or something like that If I say NFS, It must launch my game :p Like Sensiva(If you don't know it, try googling) :cool:
  5. B

    Windows 7 Speech Recognition: Customizing Voice Commands

    I love the speech recognition. It actually works, is useful, and is fun. But I would like to know if there is a way to customize the voice commands, such as addressing the computer as a name to activate it, instead of "Start listening" (nerdy, I know, but AWESOME). Or for further customization...
    • Bannon
    • Thread
    • automation custom commands functionality sound customization speech recognition user interaction user suggestions voice activation voice control windows narrator
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Software
  6. G

    Windows Vista Custom Speech Recognition Commands ?

    Is it possible to create custom commands for the speech recognition engine? For instance, can I create a command that will open my browser to a specific site or type my name (while not in "dictation" mode)?
    • Gaines
    • Thread
    • accessibility automation browser custom commands dictation scripting speech recognition usercommands voice control windows
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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