Using Voice Control on Numbers App

Using "Voice Control" on a many forms within the Numbers App.


I am having no difficulty with the field names, e.g. "Tap Location" as the field is named "Location" however even though I have a sheet named "Patrol" the "Tap Patrol" does not always work.


If I say "Show names" using Voice Control it displays the name of this sheet as "Patrol spreadsheet cyan blue 53 background"


I am wanting to say "Tap Patrol" to open that sheet/form.


Is there anyway I can change that "sheet name" from "Patrol spreadsheet cyan blue 53 background" to "Patrol" or create a custom command that will open that sheet on the command "Tap Patrol" ?


Fairly new to using voice commands but can see the real benefits of using it.


Cheers

BernzG

Windows, Windows 6

Posted on Aug 27, 2020 5:10 PM

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Aug 29, 2020 7:33 AM in response to BernzG

Hello BernzG,


It sounds like you have a need for additional information on Voice Control and its customizable capabilities. We understand the importance of knowing how to take advantage of all your devices features and we are here to help with a resource you may find helpful.


Based off of the information that you provided to us we can point out the following article: Use Voice Control on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

"Here are ways to change a sheet’s name:

In the Sheets pane, double-click the name and edit it.

Select the sheet in the Sheets pane or an object on the sheet, and in the Sheet inspector, edit the name in the Name field."


We appreciate you reaching out to Apple Support Communities. Please feel free to circle back with us if you feel you're needing further information or guidance.


Cheers!

Aug 31, 2020 9:50 AM in response to BernzG

Hello BernzG,


We understand the importance of knowing how to navigate the accessibility features on your device and we want you to provide you with the best resources and references we have available. In the event you find the article below still lacks the clarification you need, in this case we find that you'll receive the most efficient assistance by contacting Apple Support.


How to customize Voice Control commands on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch


We appreciate you reaching out to Apple Support Communities.


Be well!



Sep 2, 2020 9:50 AM in response to BernzG

Hey there BernzG,


Thanks for following up with us and letting us know you're going to reach out to Apple Support. It's important to us to point you towards the right place of contact so you can receive the most efficient advise relevant to your question. They are going to be the best resource for guidance on specific requests and features such as those that exist in accessibility.


We appreciate your use of the Apple Support Communities.


Cheers!

Aug 29, 2020 12:14 PM in response to brenden dv

Thanks Brenden dv,


Yes I am aware of all this but this did not solve my problem.


When my Voice Control is active and I say "Shows Names" when viewing the form on an iPad the "the name of the sheet being displayed" is "Patrol spreadsheet cyan blue 53 background" when it is actually named "Patrol" on the spreadsheet in Numbers. Somehow Apple has added "spreadsheet cyan blue 53 background" to my sheet name somewhere. Is there anyway of changing this?


The reason I want to change it to make it easier when using my Voice to navigate around the different forms within the same spreadsheet. I want to say "Tap Patrol" rather than "Tap Patrol spreadsheet cyan blue 53 background"


Cheers,

BernzG


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