Voice typing on the OnePlus 15 makes writing messages faster and more convenient, especially when you are busy or on the move. When it suddenly stops working, dictation may not activate, words may not appear, or the microphone may not respond at all. This issue is usually tied to permissions, keyboard settings, or temporary system conflicts, and you can fix it with a few focused steps.
Why Voice Typing Is Not Working on Your OnePlus 15
- Microphone access is disabled for the keyboard app.
- Voice typing is turned off in keyboard settings.
- The default keyboard is not set correctly.
- Cached data is interfering with voice input.
- Network issues are preventing speech processing.
1. Make Sure Voice Typing Is Enabled
Voice typing must be turned on inside the keyboard settings, otherwise tapping the microphone icon will do nothing. This setting can turn off after updates or keyboard resets.
Open Settings, and then tap System settings.
Tap Keyboard and input method, and then enable Voice typing.
Return to your keyboard and check if the microphone icon appears.
2. Check Microphone Permission for the Keyboard
If the keyboard cannot access your microphone, voice typing will fail even if the feature is enabled. Permissions can be revoked accidentally, especially after system updates.
Open Settings, and then tap Privacy.
Tap Permission manager, and then allow Microphone access for your keyboard app.
Close the settings and test voice typing again.
3. Set the Correct Default Keyboard
Voice typing depends on the active keyboard. If the wrong keyboard is selected, dictation may not function properly or may be missing entirely.
Open Settings, and then tap System settings.
Tap Keyboard and input method, and then set your preferred keyboard as default.
Open any app that uses typing and test voice input.
4. Clear the Keyboard App Cache
Corrupted cache files can stop voice typing from responding. Clearing the cache refreshes the keyboard without deleting personal data.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Tap App management, and then select your keyboard app.
Tap Storage usage and clear the cache, then try voice typing again.
5. Check Your Internet Connection
Most voice typing services require an active internet connection to process speech accurately. If your connection is unstable, dictation may stop working or fail to recognize words.
Open Settings, and then tap Wi Fi.
Make sure you are connected to a stable network, or switch to mobile data if needed.
Retry voice typing once the connection stabilizes.
6. Restart Your Phone
A restart refreshes system services and clears minor background issues that may block voice input. It is a simple step, but often very effective.
Swipe down to open Quick Settings, and then tap the Power icon.
Tap Restart, and then wait for the phone to boot up fully.
Test voice typing again after the restart.
Voice typing on the OnePlus 15 usually breaks due to small configuration problems rather than serious system faults. Once permissions, keyboard settings, and connectivity are corrected, dictation should work smoothly again.
FAQs
Why does the microphone icon not appear on my keyboard?
This usually means voice typing is disabled in keyboard settings or the wrong keyboard is set as default. Enabling voice typing and selecting the correct keyboard resolves this.
Does voice typing work offline on the OnePlus 15?
Some keyboards support limited offline dictation, but most voice typing features require an internet connection for accurate speech recognition.
Why does voice typing stop working after a system update?
Updates can reset permissions or keyboard preferences. Rechecking microphone access and keyboard settings usually fixes the problem quickly.
