You can use Google Speech to Text for free in a few ways:
1. Google Docs
- Open any Google Doc.
- Click on the "Tools" menu and select "Voice typing".
- Start speaking and Google Docs will automatically transcribe your words.
2. Google Assistant
- On your phone or tablet, open any app that allows you to type text, like Messages or Gmail.
- Tap in the text input area.
- Activate Google Assistant and say "type [your text]".
3. Google Cloud Platform
- Google Cloud Platform offers a free trial that includes a free tier for the Speech-to-Text API.
- This allows you to transcribe up to 60 minutes of audio for free.
- However, you need to enable billing to use the Speech-to-Text API, even during the free trial.
4. Speechnotes.co
- Speechnotes.co is a free online dictation notepad that uses Google's speech-to-text technology.
- You can use it to transcribe your recordings or take notes with your voice.
Remember that the free tiers of these services have limitations. For example, you may have to pay for transcription beyond a certain limit or may face restrictions on features.
