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How to Start a Direct Dictation (Beta)

The Direct Dictation feature lets you record a dictated note outside of a live patient encounter. Use this workflow to edit or create notes directly, without the AI scribing a conversation.

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Written by Ashton Lefteris
Updated over a month ago

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.

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