> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.stenox.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Vocabulary

> Improve accuracy with custom word replacements

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## What is Vocabulary?

Vocabulary allows you to define custom word replacements that Stenox applies after transcription. This is perfect for:

* Technical terms
* Proper names (people, companies, products)
* Acronyms and abbreviations
* Domain-specific jargon
* Common corrections

## How It Works

**Process:**

1. You dictate and audio is transcribed
2. Stenox checks vocabulary list
3. Matches are replaced with your custom text
4. Result is enhanced (if AI enhancement enabled)
5. Final text is inserted

**Example:**

* You say: "stenox"
* Transcribed as: "stenox" (lowercase)
* Vocabulary replaces: "Stenox" (capitalized)
* Result: "Stenox"

## Adding Vocabulary Entries

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Vocabulary settings">
    Settings → Vocabulary tab
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Add Entry">
    Click the + button or "Add Entry"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter the phrase">
    **From:** What the transcription says (e.g., "gpt")
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter the replacement">
    **To:** What you want it to be (e.g., "GPT")
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save">
    Click Save
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Common Use Cases

### Technical Terms

| From         | To           | Use Case       |
| ------------ | ------------ | -------------- |
| "react"      | "React"      | Framework name |
| "javascript" | "JavaScript" | Language name  |
| "gpt"        | "GPT"        | AI model       |
| "api"        | "API"        | Acronym        |

### Company & Product Names

| From            | To              |
| --------------- | --------------- |
| "stenox"        | "Stenox"        |
| "apple"         | "Apple"         |
| "google gemini" | "Google Gemini" |

### Personal Names

| From           | To             |
| -------------- | -------------- |
| "john smith"   | "John Smith"   |
| "maria garcia" | "Maria García" |

### Medical Terms (Example)

| From                | To                         |
| ------------------- | -------------------------- |
| "hypertension"      | "Hypertension"             |
| "diabetes mellitus" | "Diabetes Mellitus Type 2" |

## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Use lowercase for 'From' field" icon="a">
    Most transcription providers return lowercase text. Match this in your "From" field.

    **Good:** "stenox" → "Stenox"
    **Bad:** "Stenox" → "Stenox" (won't match lowercase input)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Include spaces for multi-word phrases" icon="space">
    For multi-word replacements, include spaces.

    **Example:** "new york city" → "New York City"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Be specific" icon="crosshairs">
    Specific phrases are less likely to cause unwanted replacements.

    **Good:** "dr smith" → "Dr. Smith"
    **Risky:** "dr" → "Doctor" (might replace "dr" in other contexts)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Test your entries" icon="vial">
    After adding, test with dictation to ensure it works as expected.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Managing Entries

**Edit entry:**

* Click entry in list
* Modify From or To field
* Save changes

**Delete entry:**

* Select entry
* Click Delete or - button
* Confirm deletion

**Import/Export:**

* Export vocabulary for backup
* Import vocabulary to new Mac
* Share with team members

## Per-Profile Vocabulary

Advanced: Different profiles can have different vocabulary.

**Example:**

* **Medical profile:** Medical term vocabulary
* **Coding profile:** Programming vocabulary
* **Email profile:** Company name vocabulary

Configure in Profile settings.

[Learn about Profiles →](/profiles/overview)

## Limitations

**What vocabulary CAN'T do:**

* Change pronunciation recognition (happens during transcription)
* Fix poor audio quality
* Replace phrases transcribed incorrectly

**Solution:** For consistent misrecognition, try:

* Better microphone
* Speak more clearly
* Upgrade transcription model

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Create Profiles" icon="sliders" href="/profiles/overview">
    Different vocabulary for different contexts.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Choose Provider" icon="server" href="/providers/overview">
    Better transcription = fewer corrections needed.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>