Move Closer
Move closer to the microphone so your voice dominates the background.
Background noise test
Test your background noise
Measure how much ambient noise your microphone is picking up and get a quick verdict on whether your space is quiet enough for calls, recording, or dictation. Stay silent and let it read the room.
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This is a relative reading in dBFS, not a calibrated sound-level (dB SPL) measurement — use it to compare rooms and setups, not for exact figures. Audio is analysed locally and never uploaded.
Why background noise matters
Background noise is the steady hum your microphone hears when you're not talking — fans, air conditioning, traffic, computer whirr, or a noisy room. Too much of it makes calls tiring, recordings sound amateur, and speech-to-text less accurate. Measuring your noise floor helps you decide whether to move, mute a fan, or switch to a closer or better microphone.
How to read the result
Lower, more negative dBFS values mean a quieter room. Use the result as a relative comparison rather than a calibrated sound-level reading.
Start the test
Allow microphone access, then stay silent for a few seconds while the reading settles.
Read the result
The number is a relative level in dBFS — lower, more negative values are quieter.
Change & Retest
Change one thing, such as closing a window or moving the mic, then test again.
Cutting background noise
A few small changes can make calls, recordings, and speech recognition much clearer.
Remove Noise
Turn off fans, air conditioning, or noisy appliances while recording.
Choose the Mic
Use a headset or directional mic instead of a laptop's built-in microphone.
Soften the Room
Add curtains, rugs, or soft furnishings to reduce echo in a bare room.
Hear the Improvement
Record a short clip and play it back after each change to compare the result.
Frequently asked questions
What is Rutta?
Rutta is an AI voice input app that turns natural speech into clear, ready-to-use text across your devices and everyday apps.
How does Rutta compare to built-in system dictation?
Rutta goes beyond transcription by removing filler words and repetition, recognizing self-corrections, formatting ideas, and refining phrasing while preserving your intent.
Does Rutta support multiple languages?
Yes. Rutta supports voice input in more than 100 languages so multilingual work can stay in the same flow.
Is my voice data kept private and secure?
Yes. Rutta encrypts data in transit, deletes original audio after cloud processing, and does not use your recordings or transcripts to train models.
Can I try Rutta for free?
Yes. Download Rutta and start with the free access currently available for your platform.
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