Step 1 — Open Direct Dictation
From the left-hand menu, click Start Direct Dictation (Beta).
This opens a new dictation page.
To start a dictation, click Start Direct Dictation in the left-hand menu.
Step 2 — Choose a Template
At the top of the page, use the Note Template dropdown to select your preferred format.
Once selected, click Start Dictation at the bottom of the screen to begin.
Select a template using the dropdown menu, then click Start Dictation to begin.
Step 3 — Begin Recording
Once you press Start Dictation, AutoScribe begins capturing your voice input in real time.
You’ll see the dictated text appear on screen as you speak.
Watch the live transcription update as you dictate your note.
Step 4 — End the Dictation
When finished, click End Dictation & Create Note at the bottom of the screen.
This will stop the recording and automatically generate your dictated note in the selected template.
Press End Dictation & Create Note to complete your recording.
Step 5 — Review and Edit the Note
After generating the note:
Review the text for accuracy.
Make any manual edits directly in the note fields.
Once finalized, click Copy & Mark Reviewed to submit the note.
Make edits and click Copy & Mark Reviewed to finalize.
Step 6 — Confirm Submission
After submission, the note moves to the Reviewed section and becomes read-only.
Reviewed notes are locked and ready for your records.
Quick Tips
Speak clearly and at a steady pace for best transcription accuracy.
Use punctuation cues (“comma,” “period”) for more structured notes.
You can re-record or edit any dictation before finalizing.
Finalized notes (Reviewed) cannot be modified.
Result
Your dictated note is saved and can be copied or pasted into your EMR, just like standard AutoScribe encounter notes.
How to Use Direct Dictation in AutoScribe (Old UI)
The Direct Dictation feature allows you to dictate text directly into a clinical note after an encounter has ended. It is designed for making edits or additions, not for recording a full patient visit.
Step 1 — Open the Completed Encounter
Navigate to the encounter you want to edit.
Direct Dictation in the old UI can only be used once an encounter has been ended.
Open the clinical note or patient summary associated with that encounter.
Step 2 — Choose Where to Dictate
Click inside the section of the clinical note or patient summary where you want to add or edit text.
The dictated text will appear exactly where your cursor is placed.
Step 3 — Start Dictation
Click Start Dictation.
AutoScribe will begin recording your voice and transcribing it word for word.
Step 4 — Dictate Your Changes
Begin speaking clearly.
AutoScribe transcribes exactly what you say and inserts punctuation based on natural pauses.
Direct Dictation is a literal transcription tool and does not interpret or restructure your speech.
Step 5 — Stop Dictation
Click Stop Dictation to end the recording.
You can reposition your cursor and restart dictation if you need to edit another section.
Step 6 — Review and Finalize the Note
Review the dictated text for accuracy.
Make any manual edits directly in the clinical note using your keyboard.
Once all edits are complete, finalize the note according to your clinic’s workflow.
Can I Dictate an Entire Encounter?
No. Direct Dictation in the old UI is not intended for full encounter recording.
If you want to dictate an entire visit, you must start a new encounter, speak naturally during the visit, and end the encounter. AutoScribe will then generate a structured note using the selected template.
Quick Tips
Speak in full sentences and pause naturally
Place your cursor carefully before starting dictation
If an error occurs, reposition the cursor and continue dictating
Use simple cues like “period” or “new line” if needed