How to Find and Use the Read Aloud Button in Microsoft Word

Learn where to find the Read Aloud feature in Microsoft Word and how to use Speak in Word 2013 to read text aloud easily.

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The Read Aloud feature is available in newer versions of Word (2016 and later). In Word 2013, you can use the Speak function. Go to Quick Access Toolbar > Customize (dropdown) > More Commands > All Commands, then add Speak. Highlight the text you want read aloud and click Speak.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Where is the Read Aloud button in Microsoft Word? The Read Aloud button is available in Microsoft Word 2016 and later versions, usually found on the Review tab.
  2. How do I enable the Speak function in Word 2013? In Word 2013, add the Speak command via Quick Access Toolbar by customizing it under More Commands > All Commands. Then highlight text and click Speak.
  3. Can I use Read Aloud in versions earlier than Word 2016? No, earlier versions like Word 2013 do not have Read Aloud but offer the Speak function as an alternative.

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