Keep your laboratory sample tracking sheet current while you work
Select the workbook and worksheet, start Listening Mode, then return to the bench. Lucy maps spoken measurements, status changes, storage locations, and notes to the right sample in Excel Online or Google Sheets—without selecting a cell between samples.
Runtime capture is hands-free after setup.
Live speech
“For sample RND-204, set measurement to 18.7 and status to complete.”
| Sample ID | Sample Type | Measurement | Unit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RND-203 | Protein extract | 19.1 | ng/µL | Needs review |
| RND-204 | Protein extract | 18.7 | ng/µL | Complete |
| RND-205 | Buffer aliquot | 7.18 | pH | In progress |
Applied
Measurement → 18.7
Applied
Status → Complete
Set the destination once. Stay with the samples after that.
Ordinary dictation removes typing but still makes you choose every cell. Lucy uses the sample identifier and sheet headers in the instruction, so the destination travels with what you say.
- 01
Prepare the session
Open the workbook, select Sample Log, confirm the headers and Sample ID key, then start Listening Mode.
- 02
Return to the bench
Put on gloves, handle samples, use the instrument, and keep the laptop nearby without returning to its keyboard.
- 03
Name the sample and values
Speak the Sample ID and exact fields. Lucy reports each update independently so partial outcomes remain visible.
The spoken instruction contains the destination
RND-204 identifies the row. Measurement and Status identify the columns. Lucy validates and attempts those actions separately instead of placing the whole sentence into one selected cell.
That separation matters when one value can be applied but another is incomplete or ambiguous: the outcome is reported per field rather than hidden behind a blanket success message.
Spoken update
“For sample RND-204, set measurement to 18.7 and status to complete.”
Row
RND-204
Sample ID
Column
Measurement
18.7
Column
Status
Complete
When the instruction does not match the sheet, Lucy should pause
A skipped update is safer than quietly choosing the wrong field. Lucy resolves rows and columns conservatively and shows when an action was not applied.
Ambiguous instruction
“Set the result for RND-208 to good.”
- No Result header: the sheet contains Measurement and Status.
- Unclear value: “good” is not one of the sheet's controlled statuses.
- Safe rephrasing: “For sample RND-208, set status to complete.”
A focused input layer for an existing lab spreadsheet
A strong fit when
- • The work is non-clinical and non-regulated.
- • A desktop or laptop is near the bench.
- • The spreadsheet has clear headers and unique Sample IDs.
- • The same fields are updated repeatedly across samples.
- • The user is wearing gloves, handling materials, or has wet or dirty hands.
- • Switching back and forth between the bench and keyboard interrupts the work.
Traceability for every update
When recording and persistent audit history are enabled, teams can review what was said, how Lucy interpreted it, and which spreadsheet actions were applied, skipped, or failed. Both retention features are opt-in, so they can remain disabled for workflows that do not need them.
- Replay the instruction: Review the audio associated with a spoken update.
- Follow every action: See the record, fields, values, and outcome Lucy resolved.
- Choose what to retain: Enable recording and audit history only when appropriate.
Laboratory sample tracking with Lucy
Common questions about hands-free sample updates, setup, and spreadsheet requirements.
Is Lucy a laboratory information management system?
No. Lucy is a voice-first way to update an existing spreadsheet. It does not replace sample lifecycle management, protocol control, instrument integration, approvals, or other LIMS and ELN capabilities.
Can Lucy run a completely voice-controlled lab workflow?
Setup remains manual. You connect the provider, choose the workbook and worksheet, confirm the header row and key column, and start Listening Mode. Runtime capture can then continue without selecting a destination cell for every sample update.
What happens if a sample ID is missing or duplicated?
A reliable unique key is essential. If Lucy cannot resolve one authoritative row safely, the update can be skipped rather than written to a guessed destination. Duplicate IDs should be corrected in the spreadsheet.
Does Lucy support Excel and Google Sheets?
Yes. Lucy supports Excel Online through Microsoft Graph and Google Sheets or Google Drive spreadsheet workflows. The setup and voice-command flow are designed to remain consistent across both providers.
Let the sample ID choose the row—not your mouse
Set up the workbook, start Listening Mode, and keep structured sample updates moving while the bench work is happening.
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