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Does Windows voice typing support Urdu?

Last checked: November 2026.

Can Windows voice typing do Urdu?

Windows has built-in voice typing: press Win+H in a text box and speak. You can change its language in Settings, but Urdu isn't in Microsoft's list of supported voice typing languages (checked November 2026). So if you speak Urdu, Win+H won't write it.

The free way: Bolo

Bolo is a free app on Microsoft Store that adds Urdu voice typing to every Windows app.

  1. Get Bolo from Microsoft Store (search "Bolo").
  2. Open it. There's no account and no setup.
  3. Choose your output on the Languages page: Urdu script, Roman Urdu, or English.
  4. In any app, hold your shortcut, talk, and let go.

Win+H and Bolo side by side

Can I use both?

Yes. Keep Win+H for languages it supports, and use Bolo's own shortcut for Urdu.

Get Bolo free Direct download (.exe)

The direct .exe is not code-signed, so Windows SmartScreen may show a warning (More info → Run anyway). The Store version is signed and updated by Microsoft.

FAQ

How do I change the voice typing language in Windows 11?

Windows voice typing follows your Windows input language; you can add languages under Settings > Time & language > Language & region. Urdu voice typing isn't offered there, which is why Bolo exists.

Is Bolo made by Microsoft?

No. Bolo is an independent app. It's available on Microsoft Store.

Does Bolo replace my keyboard?

No. Your keyboard works as usual. Bolo just adds a shortcut you hold to speak.

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