Works with your apps
Ottex works system-wide on macOS. Dictate directly into these apps and more.
And any other app that accepts text input. See all supported apps
Why Ottex works for accountants
Concrete benefits with real-world impact
3x Faster Than Typing
Speak 150+ words per minute vs 40 wpm typing. Finish tasks in a third of the time.
Context Awareness
Optionally let AI see your screen for smarter responses. Reply to emails with full context, answer messages knowing the conversation history.
Smart Snippets
Define custom text replacements and shortcuts. Say 'work signature' to expand your full email signature, or 'my address' for your contact info.
Inline AI Commands
Transform text as you speak: 'Ottex start fix grammar Ottex end'. Edit, improve, translate—all by voice.
Voice Corrections
Say 'scratch that' to delete mistakes, 'actually' to rephrase. Fix errors without stopping your flow or touching the keyboard.
Better Context, Better Results
Speaking naturally gives AI agents more context than typing. Describe your intent, explain edge cases, mention file names—your voice carries nuance that typing shortcuts.
Technical Term Accuracy
Cloud AI models excel at technical jargon, code terminology, and specialized vocabulary.
Custom Dictionary
Add names, technical terms, and jargon. Ottex transcribes them accurately every time.
What you can do
Respond to Emails
Dictate email responses with the right tone. Use context awareness to see the full thread, then speak your reply naturally.
Write Documentation
Dictate technical documentation, READMEs, or API docs. Speaking lets you explain context, edge cases, and examples naturally—better docs with less effort.
Works with
Prompt ChatGPT & Claude
Dictate prompts to ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, or any AI chatbot. Speaking naturally lets you give more context—better context means better results.
Other ways Ottex helps accountants
Write Meeting Notes
Dictate meeting notes in real-time or right after. Capture action items, decisions, and key points while they're fresh in your mind.
Works with
Write Status Updates
Dictate standup updates, weekly reports, or project status. Speak what happened and what's next—done.
Works with
Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
Works with
Log Billable Time
Dictate time entries with detailed descriptions. Never lose track of what you worked on.
Frequently asked questions
Can I dictate directly into Excel or QuickBooks?+
Yes. Ottex works anywhere you can type—Excel, QuickBooks, Google Sheets, Gmail, anywhere. Press Option+D and start speaking.
Does it understand accounting terminology?+
Cloud AI models like Gemini 3 Flash understand standard accounting terms: GAAP, accrual, depreciation, amortization, etc. For client-specific terms (company names, custom codes), add them to your custom dictionary for consistent accuracy.
Is my client data secure?+
Yes. Ottex offers 100% local processing with Whisper models—your audio never leaves your Mac. Or use BYOK (bring your own key) for cloud models. Either way, Ottex never stores your data.
Can I use it for billable time entries?+
Absolutely. Dictate detailed time entries with full context instead of vague descriptions. Speaking naturally captures more detail because it takes less effort than typing.
Does it work with client-specific terminology?+
Yes. Add client names, entity types, and industry jargon to your custom dictionary. Ottex transcribes them accurately every time—no more fixing company names in every email.
What about numbers and financial figures?+
Ottex handles numbers well. Say 'one million two hundred fifty thousand' and get 1,250,000. For complex financial statements, speak naturally and review the output.
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