Q. Do you have any recommendations for speech-to-text software?

Transcription (written versions of spoken content) and speech-to-text (real-time capturing of text as it is spoken) are commonly mistaken for the same thing. This page is about speech-to-text; learn more about transcription. 

Speech-to-text (STT) is the recognition and translation of spoken language into text in real time. Speech-to-text accuracy can be improved through steps such as using a high-quality microphone, recording in a quiet environment with minimal background noise, and speaking clearly at a moderate pace. 

UVA sponsored solutions 

• Microsoft Word has a Dictation function while using your UVA Microsoft 365 account.  
• Zoom uses automated speech recognition to provide live automated captions during meetings.  
• Read&Write’s Talk and Type feature using either Read&Write for Windows or Read&Write for Google Chrome 

There are many other non-sponsored tools that are available (i.e., Google). Your device (i.e., your phone, tablet, or computer) and operating system (e.g., Android, Apple, Windows, and Mac) likely has built-in options to explore as well.