An illustration project may begin in two places: a folder of current sketches and a reference webpage. Give that small routine a name before building it. This walkthrough follows Microsoft’s instructions and uses an invented printmaking project; we have not run the shortcut.
On current Windows 11, enable Voice access in Settings → Accessibility → Speech; download its speech model online and select a microphone. Select English (United Kingdom).[2][1]
Make the command
Choose a folder with recognisably named sketches and copy the full address of one reference page. For this example, keep the destinations distinct: the folder holds your own work, while the page supplies background. Avoid a general homepage if the useful material is several links deeper.
Say “Voice access wake up”, then “Open voice shortcuts” and “Click create new shortcut”. Put “Start print desk” in When I say. Under Perform actions, choose folder opening, supply its location and Apply.[1]
Use Add next action for the webpage and its URL; Apply. Choose Add this shortcut to group → Create new group, name it “Printmaking” and Add. Save.[1]
Check the destinations
Say “Start print desk” to run the saved command.[1]
Check the contents, not just the appearance of two windows. Is the folder the current edition of your project, with the expected sketches? Has the browser reached the particular reference page you chose? An archive folder or a site’s landing page can look plausible while still being the wrong destination.
The shortcut’s toggle disables it; its name and arrow open editing, including Delete.[1]
Sources & further reading
- Use voice to create voice access shortcuts Microsoft Support · Accessed 29 Oct 2026
- Set up voice access Microsoft Support · Accessed 29 Oct 2026