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

# Voice Input

> Add entries by speaking naturally to Peanuts

## Overview

Voice Input lets you add entries to any Helper by speaking instead of typing. Just tap the microphone and describe what you want to log.

<Info>
  Voice Input costs **9 credits** per entry: 8 credits for speech-to-text transcription + 1 credit for AI parsing/routing.
</Info>

## How to Use

### In a Helper

1. Open any Helper
2. Tap the **microphone icon** 🎤 in the input area
3. Speak your entry naturally
4. Review the transcription and confirm

### Via Log Anything

1. Tap **Log Anything** on the home screen
2. Tap the **microphone**
3. Speak - AI will route to the right Helper

Both methods cost **9 credits** per voice entry.

## Speaking Tips

Speak naturally, as if telling someone what to log:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Expenses" icon="receipt">
    "Spent forty-five dollars at Target on household items"
  </Card>

  <Card title="Workouts" icon="dumbbell">
    "Did a 5K run this morning, took about 28 minutes"
  </Card>

  <Card title="Meals" icon="utensils">
    "Had a chicken salad for lunch, pretty healthy"
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tasks" icon="check">
    "Need to call the dentist tomorrow morning"
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Language Support

Voice Input supports multiple languages:

* English (US, UK, AU)
* Spanish
* French
* German
* Portuguese
* Italian
* Japanese
* Chinese (Mandarin)
* And more...

The language is auto-detected, or you can set a preference in Settings.

## Credit Costs

| Method                 | Credits    | Breakdown                           |
| ---------------------- | ---------- | ----------------------------------- |
| Voice in Helper        | 9          | Speech-to-text (8) + AI parsing (1) |
| Voice via Log Anything | 9          | Speech-to-text (8) + routing (1)    |
| Hands-Free Mode        | \~21/entry | STT (8) + parsing (1) + TTS (12)    |

<Tip>
  For simple entries like "coffee \$5", consider typing instead—these qualify for [Instant Logs](/features/instant-logs) at 0 credits.
</Tip>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Transcription is incorrect">
    * Speak clearly and at a moderate pace
    * Reduce background noise
    * Try shorter phrases
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Wrong fields populated">
    * Be explicit about values: "fifty dollars" not "fifty"
    * Include context: "at Starbucks" helps with categorization
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Microphone not working">
    * Check browser/app microphone permissions
    * Ensure no other app is using the mic
    * Try refreshing the page
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Hands-Free Mode" icon="hands" href="/features/hands-free-mode">
    Continuous voice logging without touching your phone
  </Card>

  <Card title="Log Anything" icon="plus" href="/features/log-anything">
    Voice input with smart routing for just 1 credit
  </Card>
</CardGroup>