Dictation not responding on MacBook Pro

Hi everyone,

Dictation hasn't worked on my MacBook for a while. I've tried everything.

• Software is up to date.
• The right microphone is selected.
  • The microphone works - checked using <sound> settings (but works fine in FT and Zoom).
  • The right volume is selected.
• The right settings have been selected under <keyboard> re: dictation.
  • Including language etc.

BUT, whenever I activate <Dictation> the little indicator appears suggesting it's ready, but when I speak nothing happens. I know the Mac can hear me, but it's refusing to do anything. It's like my teenager.

Can anyone help? I really want this feature back.

Thanks

LG

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