Voice Dictation for Product Designers
Capture design rationale without leaving the canvas
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 product designers
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.
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.
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.
Inline AI Commands
Transform text as you speak: 'Ottex start fix grammar Ottex end'. Edit, improve, translate—all by voice.
Precision Typing
Say 'new paragraph', 'open quote', 'em dash', 'ellipsis'. Full formatting control by voice.
What you can do
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
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 product designers
Reply to Work Messages
Reply to Slack messages 3x faster. Dictate casual updates, detailed explanations, or quick acknowledgments without switching context.
Create Tickets & Tasks
Dictate Jira tickets, Linear issues, or Asana tasks. Speak the context, acceptance criteria, and details—then move on.
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
Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
Works with
Write PRDs & Specs
Dictate product requirements, feature specs, or design docs. Speaking lets you explain the full context—edge cases, user flows, and rationale—naturally.
Works with
Frequently asked questions
Can I dictate directly into Figma comments?+
Yes. Ottex works anywhere you can type on macOS. Focus on a Figma comment thread, press Option+D, speak your feedback. Ottex transcribes and inserts the text. Same workflow for text layers, annotations, or any text field.
How does it help with design rationale documentation?+
Designers often skip documenting rationale because typing breaks visual flow. With Ottex, you explain your thinking naturally while looking at your designs. The rationale flows directly from brain to document. You capture why you made decisions, not just what you made.
Does it work with AI tools for design explorations?+
Yes. Dictate detailed prompts to ChatGPT, Claude, or Midjourney. Speaking naturally gives more context than typing bullet points. Describe the aesthetic you want, reference specific design systems, explain constraints. Better prompts mean better AI explorations.
Can I use different tones for different contexts?+
Yes. Work modes let you configure different formatting per app. Keep Figma comments concise and specific, Slack messages casual, stakeholder emails professional. Describe your style once, Ottex adapts automatically based on where you're typing.
Will it slow down my Mac while designing?+
No. Ottex is built natively in Swift and uses less than 2% CPU. Your Figma performance stays smooth. Cloud transcription happens via API; local models are optimized for Apple Silicon.
Can I add design terminology to the dictionary?+
Yes. Add terms like 'kerning,' 'leading,' 'affordance,' component names, and design system tokens to your custom dictionary. Ottex transcribes them accurately every time.
What does it cost?+
Free forever with local models. BYOK (bring your own API key) costs ~$1-3/month for typical usage. Optional $9/month premium includes Gemini 3 Flash credits with zero config.
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