> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.pro.commure.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Recording an Ambient Note

> Start an ambient AI recording from the Patient List on your Android device to automatically generate a clinical note.

<Note>
  This page is adapted from iOS documentation. Navigation paths and button labels may differ on Android. Hardware validation is pending.
</Note>

The fastest way to create a note starts by swiping on the patient and selecting **New Scribe**.

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  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/commure-pro/5mqgOy3UqtmoI4N7/images/recording-a-scribe-swipe-flow.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=5mqgOy3UqtmoI4N7&q=85&s=05501ba1931a781c0bb16464789a87cf" alt="Swipe left for New Scribe, select a template, and start recording" width="3200" height="1800" data-path="images/recording-a-scribe-swipe-flow.png" />
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## Starting a New Recording

<Steps>
  <Step title="Swipe left on a patient">
    From the **Patient List**, swipe left on the patient row and tap **New Scribe**. The recording screen opens with the patient's name and identifiers already populated from the EHR.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose a note template">
    Select a template from the dropdown (e.g., "Hospitalist Progress Note"). The template determines how the AI structures the sections of your generated note. You can change templates later if needed — see *[Note Actions](/android/ambient_ai_scribe/scribe-actions)*.

    If no Provider Documents (PDocs) are available for the current date, the app displays the full list of Commure Pro templates so you can select one manually. When a single PDoc is available, it is selected automatically and cannot be changed.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Recording">
    Tap the **Start Recording** button. The timer begins and the app captures your conversation with the patient using your device's microphone.

    <Note>
      Tapping the Record button confirms you have obtained consent from the required parties to record the conversation and use AI. If your organization has enabled the consent pop-up, you will be prompted to confirm before recording begins.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save the recording">
    When the encounter is finished, tap **Save**. The recording is uploaded and the AI generates your note. After saving, the audio uploads in the background — you can navigate away from the app or lock your device and the upload will continue. A confirmation appears when the upload completes. You can track the progress on the *[Accessing Your Notes](/android/ambient_ai_scribe/my-scribes)* screen.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Alternative: Using the + Button

You can also start a recording from the patient detail screen:

1. Tap a patient in the **Patient List** to open their detail screen.
2. Tap the blue **+** button in the bottom-right corner and select **New Scribe**.
3. Choose a note template and tap **Start Recording**.

<Note>
  If you have a recording in progress for this patient, you will also see a **Resume Scribe** option in the action sheet.
</Note>

## Resuming a Paused Recording

If you need to step away during a recording, you can pause and resume later. There are two ways to resume:

**Via swipe:**

1. Return to the patient in the **Patient List**.
2. Swipe left on the patient row and tap **More**, then select **Resume Scribe** from the action sheet. If your organization has configured Resume Scribe as a direct swipe action, you can tap it directly without going through More.
3. Confirm the session you want to resume in the dialog.

**Via the + button:**

1. Tap the patient to open their detail screen.
2. Tap the blue **+** button and select **Resume Scribe**.
3. Confirm the session you want to resume in the dialog.

<Note>
  If no paused recordings exist for the patient, selecting Resume Scribe will prompt you to start a new ambient note instead.
</Note>

The recording continues from where you left off.

<Warning>
  If you close the Commure Pro app while actively recording, the audio file will not be saved. Always end or pause the recording before leaving the app.
</Warning>

## Tips for Best Results

* **Position your device** so the microphone can clearly capture both you and the patient. Avoid placing it in a pocket or face-down.
* **Check the volume meter** — if it is not moving, verify that Commure Pro has microphone permission in your device's Settings > Apps > Commure Pro > Permissions.
* **Use multi-syllable trigger words** if you have configured *[Dot Phrases](/android/ambient_ai_scribe/dot-phrases)* or *[Macros](/android/ambient_ai_scribe/custom-formatting#macros)*, as these are recognized more reliably than short words.
* **Answering an incoming call pauses the recording** — tap **Resume** after hanging up to continue. If a call rings **unanswered** while your phone is in **Ring** mode, recording pauses; in **Vibrate** or **Silent** mode it continues uninterrupted.

<Note>
  On iOS, an unanswered incoming call does not interrupt recording in any ringer mode. See [Troubleshooting](/android/ambient_ai_scribe/troubleshooting#incoming-call-during-recording) for the full platform breakdown.
</Note>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Accessing Your Notes" icon="file-lines" href="/android/ambient_ai_scribe/my-scribes">
    Review your generated notes, transcripts, and audio playback.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Note Actions" icon="wand-magic-sparkles" href="/android/ambient_ai_scribe/scribe-actions">
    Resume, edit, or provide feedback on a completed note.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>