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Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 15 views

Test Voice Directions Option for Many Languages Reads an English Text with a Foreign Accent

The Test Voice Directions option in the Voice Instructions settings of Organic Maps allows users to test the voice language feature by selecting a language and hearing how it sounds. However, some users have reported that when testing the language options, the voice directions for certain languages sound wrong, as if an English text is being read with a foreign accent. In this article, we will explore the issue, provide steps to reproduce it, and discuss possible reasons behind this problem.

When testing the language options, some users have reported that the voice directions for certain languages sound wrong. Specifically, the following languages sound like an English text being read with a local accent:

Deutsch (German)
French
Italian
Greek (Ellinika)

On the other hand, the following languages are reported to be working correctly:

English
Spanish
Spanish (Mexican)

To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

Access the Voice Instructions settings: Go to the Settings menu and select Voice Instructions.
Select a language: Click on Voice Language and select a language from the list.
Test Voice Directions: Click on Test Voice Directions (TTS, Text-To-Speech).

The possible reason behind this issue is that the text given as an input to the TTS (Text-To-Speech) subroutine is in English, rather than the proper language. This would result in the voice directions sounding like an English text being read with a foreign accent.

The following system information may be relevant to this issue:

Operating System: Android 14
Organic Maps version: 2025.02.17-3-Google (the latest version in the Android repository)

The Test Voice Directions option in the Voice Instructions settings of Organic Maps is intended to allow users to test the voice language feature by selecting a language and hearing how it sounds. However, some users have reported that when testing the language options, the voice directions for certain languages sound wrong, as if an English text is being read with a foreign accent. By following the steps to reproduce the issue and considering the possible reason behind it, users and developers can work together to resolve this problem and provide a better user experience.

To resolve this issue, developers can consider the following recommendations:

Verify the language of the text input: Ensure that the text given as an input to the TTS subroutine is in the proper language, rather than English.
Test the voice directions for all languages: Test the voice directions for all languages to ensure that they sound correct and not like an English text being read with a foreign accent.
Provide a way to report issues: Provide a way for users to report issues with the voice directions, such as a feedback form or a bug reporting system.

In the future, developers can consider the following ideas to improve the voice directions feature:

Add support for more languages: Add support for more languages to the voice directions feature, including languages that are not currently supported.
Improve the accuracy of the voice directions: Improve the accuracy of the voice directions by using more advanced TTS algorithms or by incorporating user feedback.
Provide a way to customize the voice directions: Provide a way for users to customize the voice directions, such as by selecting a different voice or by adjusting the speed of the voice.
Test Voice Directions Option for Many Languages Reads an English Text with a Foreign Accent: Q&A

In our previous article, we discussed the issue of the Test Voice Directions option in the Voice Instructions settings of Organic Maps reading an English text with a foreign accent for certain languages. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to address some of the most frequently asked questions about this issue.

A: The possible reason behind this issue is that the text given as an input to the TTS (Text-To-Speech) subroutine is in English, rather than the proper language. This would result in the voice directions sounding like an English text being read with a foreign accent.

A: The following languages are reported to sound wrong when testing the voice directions:

Deutsch (German)
French
Italian
Greek (Ellinika)

On the other hand, the following languages are reported to be working correctly:

English
Spanish
Spanish (Mexican)

A: To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

Access the Voice Instructions settings: Go to the Settings menu and select Voice Instructions.
Select a language: Click on Voice Language and select a language from the list.
Test Voice Directions: Click on Test Voice Directions (TTS, Text-To-Speech).

A: If you are experiencing this issue, you can report it to the developers by providing the following information:

Operating System: Android 14
Organic Maps version: 2025.02.17-3-Google (the latest version in the Android repository)
Language: The language that is not working correctly
Steps to reproduce: The steps you took to reproduce the issue

You can report the issue by using the feedback form or by submitting a bug report.

A: We cannot guarantee that the issue will be fixed in the next update. However, we are working to resolve this issue as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

A: Currently, there is no way to customize the voice directions. However, we are considering adding this feature in the future.

A: Currently, there is no way to use a different voice. However, we are considering adding this feature in the future.

A: Currently, there is no way to adjust the speed of the voice. However, we are considering adding this feature in the future.

We hope that this Q&A section has provided you with the information you need to understand the issue with the Test Voice Directions option in the Voice Instructions settings of Organic Maps. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help.