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 grant writers
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.
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.
Accurate Transcription
Cloud AI models transcribe your voice with 99% accuracy. Filler words like 'um' and 'like' are automatically cleaned up.
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.
Works with AI Chatbots
Dictate prompts to ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity—anywhere you type. Better prompts, better answers.
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 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.
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 grant writers
Respond to Emails
Dictate email responses with the right tone. Use context awareness to see the full thread, then speak your reply naturally.
Write Research Notes
Dictate research notes, literature summaries, or analysis. Capture your thinking process without losing momentum to typing.
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Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
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Write Status Updates
Dictate standup updates, weekly reports, or project status. Speak what happened and what's next—done.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I dictate directly into Google Docs or Word?+
Yes. Ottex works anywhere you can type—Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Submittable, Foundant, or any grant portal. Press Option+D and start speaking your proposal narrative.
How do I format proposals while dictating?+
Say 'heading two', 'bullet point', 'new paragraph'. Precision typing gives you full formatting control by voice. You can also use AI commands to polish sections: 'Ottex start, make this more compelling, Ottex end'.
Can Ottex help me research funders?+
Yes. Dictate detailed prompts to ChatGPT or Claude about funder priorities, giving guidelines, and past grantees. Speaking lets you provide more context—better prompts mean better research results.
Is my grant content 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 Ottex for budget narratives?+
Absolutely. Dictate budget justifications naturally—explain why each line item matters, how costs were calculated, and how funding will be used. AI commands can help formalize the language afterward.
How does it help with tight deadlines?+
Speaking is approximately 3-4x faster than typing. When you have multiple proposals due, dictation lets you get first drafts down quickly. You spend less time writing, more time refining.
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