Assistive technology at State Library Victoria

Explore the free assistive technology available at State Library Victoria.

Dragon Naturally Speaking

What is it?

Dragon is a 'word to text' speech recognition software. Words and commands can be dictated (spoken) to Dragon, allowing you to use the computer by speaking. Dragon requires headphones. There is a headset available with a microphone.

Where is it in the library?

  • Information Centre, assistive technology computer 2.

Desktop icon

Dragon Naturally Speaking logo.

Tips

Keyboard commands

Basic keyboard commands are available as downloadable documents throughout this guide. Keyboard commands are also available as print outs at each assistive technology zone in the Library (in large font, on yellow A3 paper).

Dragon how-to videos

The short video below [1:06] by LBSU Library shows the top features of Dragon Naturally Speaking.