Use voice for Q&A during Read Aloud in Word
[Windows]
Interact in real time with read aloud in Word with Copilot. While your document is being read aloud, you can ask questions with your voice—such as “What does this mean?” or “Summarize this section”—and get answers instantly. No need to pause and search manually. This keeps you in context, reduces interruptions, and helps you understand and act faster.
Roadmap ID:
523205
Details:
What changed:
Word’s Read Aloud now supports real-time voice interactions powered by Copilot Q&A. Previously, users had to pause reading to search or edit manually. Now, users can ask questions like “What does this mean?” or “Summarize this section” and receive immediate responses without stopping the audio.
Why:
This change helps users maintain focus and context while improving comprehension and productivity by enabling seamless voice-driven interaction during document reading.
Try this:
Open a Word document and start Read Aloud from the Review tab.
While listening, say a question such as “Explain this paragraph.”
Listen to Copilot’s spoken answer without pausing the reading.
Why this matters:
Real-time voice Q&A reduces interruptions and helps users understand content faster, improving accessibility and workflow.
Business impact:
Teams can review and comprehend documents more efficiently, reducing time spent switching between reading and searching.
Personal impact:
You save time and maintain focus by getting instant explanations without stopping the reading experience.