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Speak 150+ words per minute vs 40 wpm typing. Finish tasks in a third of the time.
Voice Dictation for Content Creators
Speak your ideas. Watch them appear.
Text Editor
Example dictation
so just learned something interesting um the best way to get unstuck on a problem is to explain it out loud even if no one's listening new paragraph I was stuck on this thing for hours and the moment I started talking through it everything clicked new paragraph try it next time you're stuck
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Ottex outputs
Just learned something interesting—the best way to get unstuck on a problem is to explain it out loud, even if no one's listening.
I was stuck on this thing for hours, and the moment I started talking through it, everything clicked.
Try it next time you're stuck.
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How it works
Your voice. Right where you work.
Hold Fn
Place your cursor in any app, then hold the Fn key.
Speak naturally
Say what you want to write. Ottex follows your saved writing rules.
Release. It’s written.
Your text appears right where your cursor is.
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 content creators
Concrete benefits with real-world impact
Voice Corrections
Say 'scratch that' to delete mistakes, 'actually' to rephrase. Fix errors without stopping your flow or touching the keyboard.
Inline AI Commands
Transform text as you speak: 'Ottex start fix grammar Ottex end'. Edit, improve, translate—all by voice.
App-Specific Modes
Ottex detects which app you're in and adapts. Coding mode in Cursor, casual tone in Slack, professional in Gmail—automatic context switching.
Precision Typing
Say 'new paragraph', 'open quote', 'em dash', 'ellipsis'. Full formatting control by voice.
Global Shortcuts
Start recording with Option+D, use Push-to-Talk, or cancel with Esc. All shortcuts are fully configurable.
Works in Any App
System-wide on macOS—Ottex works wherever you can type. No app-specific integrations needed.
Filler Word Removal
Automatically removes filler words like 'um', 'uh', 'like', 'so' from your transcription. Get clean, professional text without verbal hesitations.
Accurate Transcription
Cloud AI models transcribe your voice with 99% accuracy. Filler words like 'um' and 'like' are automatically cleaned up.
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.
What you can do
Write Content Posts
Dictate tweets, LinkedIn posts, blog articles, or newsletters. Turn your thoughts into content faster than ever.
Text Editor
Example dictation
so just learned something interesting um the best way to get unstuck on a problem is to explain it out loud even if no one's listening new paragraph I was stuck on this thing for hours and the moment I started talking through it everything clicked new paragraph try it next time you're stuck
Read this example aloud, or say something of your own.
Ottex outputs
Just learned something interesting—the best way to get unstuck on a problem is to explain it out loud, even if no one's listening.
I was stuck on this thing for hours, and the moment I started talking through it, everything clicked.
Try it next time you're stuck.
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Write Scripts
Write video scripts, podcast outlines, or screenplays by voice. Speaking your dialogue makes it sound natural from the start.
Notion
Example dictation
a coffee shop morning new paragraph sarah so i've been thinking about what you said yesterday about us new paragraph she looks out the window new paragraph michelle enters holding two coffees new paragraph michelle colon hey sorry i'm late the line was insane new paragraph sarah colon it's fine i was just thinking
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Ottex outputs
[A coffee shop. Morning.]
SARAH: So, I've been thinking about what you said yesterday, about us.
[She looks out the window.]
[MICHELLE enters holding two coffees.]
MICHELLE: Hey, sorry I'm late. The line was insane.
SARAH: It's fine. I was just thinking.
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Respond to Comments
Reply to YouTube comments, Twitter threads, or social media mentions by voice. Stay engaged with your audience without the typing fatigue.
Works with
YouTube
Example dictation
thanks for watching exclamation mark um great question about the setup so I use a blue yeti actually the blue yeti x and obs for streaming let me know if you have more questions
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Ottex outputs
Thanks for watching! Great question about the setup. I use a Blue Yeti X and OBS for streaming. Let me know if you have more questions!
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Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
Works with
Text Editor
Example dictation
oh okay so what if we flip the onboarding completely um instead of asking users to set up their workspace first we let them record something immediately like within 10 seconds of signing up they're already talking and seeing the magic actually no not 10 seconds make it the very first screen and then we save that as their first note so they have an aha moment before they even configure anything
Read this example aloud, or say something of your own.
Ottex outputs
What if we flip the onboarding completely? Instead of asking users to set up their workspace first, we let them record something immediately. Within the very first screen of signing up, they're already talking and seeing the magic. Then we save that as their first note—so they have an aha moment before they even configure anything.
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Write First Drafts
Defeat writer's block by speaking your first draft. Don't edit as you go—just talk through your ideas and refine them later.
Notion
Example dictation
so the thing is writing is hard because you never know where to start um I think the best approach is to just get your ideas down first and worry about editing later new paragraph that's what this article is about actually this post is about overcoming the blank page
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Ottex outputs
Writing is hard because you never know where to start. I think the best approach is to just get your ideas down first and worry about editing later.
That's what this post is about—overcoming the blank page.
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Respond to Emails
Dictate email responses with the right tone. Use context awareness to see the full thread, then speak your reply naturally.
Gmail
Example dictation
hi Jennifer thanks for reaching out um I'd be happy to schedule a call next week here's my calendar link best regards work signature
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Ottex outputs
Hi Jennifer,
Thank you for reaching out. I'd be happy to schedule a call next week.
Here's my calendar: https://cal.com/sarah/30min
Best regards,
Sarah Chen
Marketing Director, Finteq
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Frequently asked questions
Can I dictate YouTube video scripts?
Yes. Dictate your script naturally—Ottex removes filler words like 'um' and 'uh', adds formatting, and you can use voice corrections to refine on the fly. Speaking at 150+ WPM vs typing at 40 WPM means a 10-minute script takes a fraction of the time.
How does this help with audience engagement?
Responding to comments and messages by voice is significantly faster than typing. Instead of spending an hour typing individual replies, you can speak them naturally. Clear 50 comments in 15 minutes. Your audience feels heard, and you avoid burnout from repetitive typing.
Does it work on Twitter and LinkedIn?
Yes. Ottex works in any app where you can type—social media platforms, writing apps, email, anywhere. One tool for your entire content workflow.
Can I use it for newsletter writing?
Definitely. Dictate your newsletter drafts in Notion, Substack, or Google Docs. Speaking is natural—you've been doing it since childhood. That naturalness translates into a conversational tone that connects with readers. Plus, you can use inline AI commands to improve your writing without leaving the flow.
What about creating social media captions?
Great for captions. Speak your caption naturally, and Ottex will transcribe it cleanly. You can say 'hashtag' to add hashtags, 'new line' for formatting, and use voice corrections to adjust tone without retyping.
How accurate is it for content creation?
With Gemini 3 Flash (cloud model), accuracy is 99.1% on benchmark tests. Ottex automatically removes filler words, adds proper punctuation, and you can use voice corrections like 'scratch that' or 'actually' to fix mistakes instantly. Your content reads professionally, not like raw speech.
What does it cost?
Free forever with local models. With BYOK (bring your own API key), most creators spend $1-3/month on actual usage. Or choose the $9/month premium for zero-config cloud transcription with included Gemini 3 Flash credits.
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