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 students
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.
Academic Writing
Transform casual dictation into formal prose with AI commands. Perfect for essays and papers.
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.
Precision Typing
Say 'new paragraph', 'open quote', 'em dash', 'ellipsis'. Full formatting control by voice.
Custom Dictionary
Add names, technical terms, and jargon. Ottex transcribes them accurately every time.
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.
What you can do
Write Essays & Assignments
Dictate essays, papers, or assignments. Speak your arguments naturally, then use AI commands to formalize your writing.
Write Research Notes
Dictate research notes, literature summaries, or analysis. Capture your thinking process without losing momentum to typing.
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 students
Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this cheating?+
No. Ottex is a dictation tool—it transcribes your own words. You're still doing the thinking and writing. It's like typing with your voice instead of your fingers.
Can I use it for research papers?+
Absolutely. Voice dictation is effective for getting your arguments and analysis down quickly. You can dictate citations, format with 'new paragraph', and use AI commands to polish your academic prose.
Will it help with writer's block?+
Yes. The blank page is intimidating because typing makes you edit as you write. Speaking lets you dump your ideas first, then edit later. Many students report that talking through their thesis helps clarify their thinking.
Does it work with ChatGPT?+
Yes. Ottex works everywhere you can type, including ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. Dictate prompts faster for homework help, essay brainstorming, or research questions. More context in your prompts means better AI answers.
Is it affordable for students?+
Free with local models. With BYOK (bring your own key), most students spend $1-3/month on API costs. That's less than a single coffee. No subscription trap—just pay for what you use, or pay nothing with local transcription.
Can I format my essay by voice?+
Yes. Say 'new paragraph', 'bullet point', 'quote', 'em dash', etc. You have full formatting control without touching the keyboard. Works well for citations, lists, and structured arguments.
I'm not a native English speaker. Will it work for me?+
Yes—especially well. Gemini 3 Flash provides excellent transcription quality across 100+ languages, including mid-sentence language switching. Many international students find voice dictation faster than typing in their second language.
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Download free. Use local models at $0/mo or BYOK at ~$1-3/mo.
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