Text to speech settings

Hi bolta22,

this is an interesting question.

- There are several reasons behind the availability of numerous English Text-to-Speech (TTS) voices in Microsoft Word.

Firstly, people have varying preferences when it comes to voice characteristics. Some prefer clear and easily understandable voices, while others may favor more expressive or even whimsical voices.

Secondly, different voices can convey various moods or tones, allowing for customization of the reading experience. For instance, a soothing voice might be suitable for bedtime stories, while a more authoritative voice can be apt for reading news articles.

Thirdly, diverse voices cater to different audiences; a playful voice can be perfect for children's books, whereas a mature and professional voice might be ideal for business presentations.

- Regarding the reading speed setting, there are valid reasons why it can be adjusted to faster speeds.

First, individuals read at different paces naturally, and TTS customization accommodates those variances.

Second, users may wish to rapidly scan through a document to grasp its main points quickly. Third, some people use TTS to improve their reading fluency. By setting a faster pace, they can challenge themselves to become more proficient readers.


But, I agree that excessively fast reading speeds can hinder comprehension and listening to text at a very high speed can be even stressful.