How to Enable Spell Check in Your Web Browser

Overview

If spell check is not working while typing in CaseFox, MatterSuite or other web applications, the issue is usually caused by your web browser's spell-check settings.

Modern browsers include built-in spell checking that can detect misspelled words as you type. This guide explains how to enable it in the most popular browsers.

Google Chrome

1. Open Chrome.

2. Click the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner.

3. Select Settings.

4. Go to Languages.

5. Turn on Spell check.

6. Enable the language(s) you want to use (for example, English (United States)).

7. Refresh your CaseFox page.

Tip: If you use multiple languages, you can enable spell checking for each supported language.

Microsoft Edge

1. Open Microsoft Edge.

2. Click the three-dot menu.

3. Select Settings.

4. Click Languages.

5. Turn on Check spelling.

6. Enable the languages you want to use.

7. Refresh the application.

Mozilla Firefox

1. Open Firefox.

2. Click the menu (☰).

3. Select Settings.

4. Scroll to Language.

5. Verify that the appropriate dictionaries are installed.

6. In any text box, right-click and ensure Check Spelling is enabled.

If the desired dictionary is missing, Firefox will prompt you to install it.

Apple Safari (macOS)

1. Open Safari.

2. From the macOS menu bar, select Edit.

3. Choose Spelling and Grammar.

4. Enable:

   • Check Spelling While Typing

   • Correct Spelling Automatically (optional)

Safari uses the spelling dictionaries provided by macOS.

Verify Spell Check Is Working

Type an intentionally misspelled word such as:

recieve

If spell check is enabled, the browser should underline the word with a red squiggly line. Right-click the word to view suggested corrections.

If Spell Check Still Doesn't Work

Try the following:

• Refresh the web page.

• Close and reopen your browser.

• Update your browser to the latest version.

• Verify that the correct language dictionary is enabled.

• Disable browser extensions that may interfere with spell checking.

• Restart your computer if the issue persists.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CaseFox include its own spell checker?

No. CaseFox uses your web browser's built-in spell checker. The available languages and spell-check features depend on your browser and operating system.

Why isn't every field showing spelling suggestions?

Some browsers only perform spell checking in standard text input areas. Depending on your browser and version, certain specialized editors or custom text fields may behave differently.

Can I use spell check in multiple languages?

Yes. Most modern browsers allow you to install and enable multiple dictionaries and switch between them automatically or manually.

Why are correctly spelled legal terms being flagged?

General-purpose dictionaries may not recognize legal, medical, or company-specific terminology. You can usually add these words to your browser's personal dictionary by right-clicking the underlined word and selecting Add to Dictionary (wording varies by browser).