User level: Level 1 (26 points)Smart punctuation in iOS 27 can never work because punctuation is subjective, depending upon what you're trying to say or emphasize, etc. When I pause during dictation, it puts in random periods. and? Zinn. (That was dictated as "periods and question marks in.") I use dictation a lot, and I will switch all my devices to android if there is no way to toggle this off.
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Original Title: Turn off smart punctuation!!
Posted on Sep 28, 2026 11:18 AM
User level: Level 10 (201,695 points)Sep 28, 2026 11:38 AM in response to 2albion
2albion wrote:
Smart punctuation in iOS 27 can never work because punctuation is subjective, depending upon what you're trying to say or emphasize, etc.
Technically, no. There are rules for how punctuation is correctly used. However, it's not as if anyone gives you a citation and a fine if you do it wrong. You are certainly free to use punctuation willy-nilly if it makes you happy. Note that it may decrease your texts' readability for other people who do not share your idiosyncratic views.
When I pause during dictation, it puts in random periods. and? Zinn. (That was dictated as "periods and question marks in.") I use dictation a lot, and I will switch all my devices to android if there is no way to toggle this off.
Settings>General>Keyboards>Smart Punctuation>Off
User level: Level 10 (201,695 points)Oct 17, 2026 7:30 AM in response to JackTyler58
JackTyler58 wrote:
100% agree. They fix this or I'm out. I have a million other reasons, but this one will push me to action.
You should tell "them." Apple doesn't read here for feedback, suggestions, or threats to not buy their products in the future.
I don't imagine it makes much difference to anyone reading here what device you buy. My advice is buy the tool that best meets your needs and preferences.
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Oct 16, 2026 1:49 PM in response to 2albion
100% agree. They fix this or I'm out. I have a million other reasons, but this one will push me to action.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256366666