Voice Dictation for Product Managers

From idea to PRD in minutes, not hours

Linear

Example dictation

um we need a way for users to export their data in bulk right now they can only download one file at a time which is super frustrating new paragraph h2 requirements new paragraph one support csv and json export formats two add a progress indicator for large exports three send email notification when export is ready

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Ottex outputs

We need a way for users to export their data in bulk. Right now they can only download one file at a time, which is super frustrating. ## Requirements 1. Support CSV and JSON export formats 2. Add a progress indicator for large exports 3. Send email notification when export is ready
Profile instructions

Download for macOS

How it works

Your voice. Right where you work.

  1. Hold Fn

    Place your cursor in any app, then hold the Fn key.

  2. Speak naturally

    Say what you want to write. Ottex follows your saved writing rules.

  3. 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 product managers

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.

A woman speaks naturally while working on her laptop.

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.

Loose notes become a richer organized plan.

Technical Term Accuracy

Cloud AI models excel at technical jargon, code terminology, and specialized vocabulary.

An engineering notebook keeps API, async and JSON terms clear.

Inline AI Commands

Transform text as you speak: 'Ottex start fix grammar Ottex end'. Edit, improve, translate—all by voice.

Hands transform paper into a new form.

Voice Corrections

Say 'scratch that' to delete mistakes, 'actually' to rephrase. Fix errors without stopping your flow or touching the keyboard.

Thursday at six is crossed out and replaced with Friday at ten.

Precision Typing

Say 'new paragraph', 'open quote', 'em dash', 'ellipsis'. Full formatting control by voice.

Punctuation blocks organize a clearly formatted page.

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.

One voice adapts to a code editor, chat and email.

Context Awareness

Optionally let AI see your screen for smarter responses. Reply to emails with full context, answer messages knowing the conversation history.

A magnifying glass connects an email conversation to its reply.

Smart Snippets

Define custom text replacements and shortcuts. Say 'work signature' to expand your full email signature, or 'my address' for your contact info.

A bookmark opens into reusable notes.

Global Shortcuts

Start recording with Option+D, use Push-to-Talk, or cancel with Esc. All shortcuts are fully configurable.

Fingers press Option and D to start voice input.

Works in Any App

System-wide on macOS—Ottex works wherever you can type. No app-specific integrations needed.

One microphone connects several different application windows.

Filler Word Removal

Automatically removes filler words like 'um', 'uh', 'like', 'so' from your transcription. Get clean, professional text without verbal hesitations.

Filler-word scraps are brushed away from a clean page.

Works with AI Chatbots

Dictate prompts to ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity—anywhere you type. Better prompts, better answers.

A spoken prompt becomes a conversation on a laptop.

What you can do

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.

Linear

Example dictation

um we need a way for users to export their data in bulk right now they can only download one file at a time which is super frustrating new paragraph h2 requirements new paragraph one support csv and json export formats two add a progress indicator for large exports three send email notification when export is ready

Read this example aloud, or say something of your own.

Ottex outputs

We need a way for users to export their data in bulk. Right now they can only download one file at a time, which is super frustrating. ## Requirements 1. Support CSV and JSON export formats 2. Add a progress indicator for large exports 3. Send email notification when export is ready
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Create Tickets & Tasks

Dictate Jira tickets, Linear issues, or Asana tasks. Speak the context, acceptance criteria, and details—then move on.

Jira

Example dictation

um users are getting logged out unexpectedly after about 30 minutes of inactivity new paragraph steps to reproduce colon new paragraph one login to the app two leave it idle for 30 minutes three try to do anything new paragraph expected colon session should refresh silently new paragraph actual colon user gets kicked to login screen

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Ottex outputs

Users are getting logged out unexpectedly after about 30 minutes of inactivity. Steps to reproduce: 1. Login to the app 2. Leave it idle for 30 minutes 3. Try to do anything Expected: Session should refresh silently. Actual: User gets kicked to login screen.
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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.

Notion

Example dictation

action items colon new paragraph one john to review q 4 budget by friday actually thursday two sarah to schedule client call three uh team to finalize roadmap

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Ottex outputs

Action items: 1. John to review Q4 budget by Thursday 2. Sarah to schedule client call 3. Team to finalize roadmap
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Reply to Work Messages

Reply to Slack messages 3x faster. Dictate casual updates, detailed explanations, or quick acknowledgments without switching context.

Slack

Example dictation

hey um thanks for the update on the API changes I'll uh review the PR today actually tomorrow morning since I'm still working on the database migration and I'll leave comments if I find anything also can you ping me when the tests are passing

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Ottex outputs

Hey, thanks for the update on the API changes! I'll review the PR tomorrow morning since I'm still working on the database migration. I'll leave comments if I find anything. Also, can you ping me when the tests are passing?
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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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Capture Ideas Quickly

Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.

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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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.

ChatGPT

Example dictation

can you help me understand um why the sky is blue like I know it has something to do with light but I'm kinda confused about why it's not violet since violet has an even shorter wavelength question mark explain it simply

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Ottex outputs

Can you help me understand why the sky is blue? I know it has something to do with light but I'm confused about why it's not violet since violet has an even shorter wavelength. Explain it simply.
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Frequently asked questions

Can I dictate directly into Notion or Confluence?

Yes. Ottex works anywhere you can type—Notion, Confluence, Linear, Jira, Google Docs, anywhere. One hotkey, every app.

How do I format specs while dictating?

Say 'new paragraph', 'bullet point', 'heading two'. Precision typing gives you full formatting control by voice. No manual reformatting needed.

Does it understand product terminology?

Yes. Gemini 3 Flash accurately transcribes technical terms like 'API', 'OAuth', 'RBAC'. Add company-specific terms to your custom dictionary for perfect accuracy on internal product names.

Can I use it during meetings?

Absolutely. Many PMs dictate meeting notes in real-time or immediately after. Capture action items, decisions, and blockers while they're fresh. Built-in meeting recorder available with local models (free) or premium.

How does it help with AI-assisted work?

Modern PM work involves prompting ChatGPT or Claude constantly—for competitive analysis, user research, spec reviews. Speaking gives you more context than typing. The more context you provide, the better AI output you get.

Can it adapt to different communication styles?

Yes. Configure work modes per app: casual in Slack, professional in email, detailed in Notion. Ottex adapts formatting and tone automatically based on where you're typing.

What does it cost?

Free forever with local models. BYOK (bring your own API key) costs ~$1-3/month for heavy usage. Optional $9/month premium includes Gemini 3 Flash credits with zero config.

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