Voice Dictation for VC Analysts
Write investment memos at the speed of insight
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 vc analysts
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.
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 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.
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
Write Research Notes
Dictate research notes, literature summaries, or analysis. Capture your thinking process without losing momentum to typing.
Works with
Other ways Ottex helps vc analysts
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.
Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
Works with
Respond to Emails
Dictate email responses with the right tone. Use context awareness to see the full thread, then speak your reply naturally.
Write Status Updates
Dictate standup updates, weekly reports, or project status. Speak what happened and what's next—done.
Works with
Reply to Work Messages
Reply to Slack messages 3x faster. Dictate casual updates, detailed explanations, or quick acknowledgments without switching context.
Frequently asked questions
Can I dictate directly into Notion or Airtable?+
Yes. Ottex works anywhere you can type—Notion, Airtable, Google Docs, Slack, anywhere. Press Option+D and start speaking your investment thesis.
How do I structure investment memos while dictating?+
Say 'heading two', 'bullet point', 'new paragraph'. Precision typing gives you full formatting control by voice. Say 'heading two: Market Analysis' and start dictating. Ottex formats as you speak.
Is my deal flow data secure?+
Yes. Ottex offers 100% local processing with Whisper models—your audio never leaves your Mac. Perfect for confidential deal information, founder financials, and proprietary market research. Or use BYOK with your own API keys.
Can I use it immediately after founder meetings?+
Yes. Many VCs dictate meeting notes right after calls while impressions are fresh. Capture founder quotes, team assessments, traction metrics, and red flags before they fade. Five meetings a day, each documented in 5 minutes.
Does it understand VC terminology?+
Yes. Gemini 3 Flash accurately transcribes terms like 'ARR', 'MRR', 'TAM', 'Series A', 'SAFE', 'dilution'. Add fund names, portfolio companies, and sector-specific terms to your custom dictionary for perfect accuracy.
How does it help with market research?+
Dictate your market analysis as you synthesize information. Speaking lets you capture nuanced observations—why a trend matters, what it means for the portfolio, how it connects to other insights. Better prompts to ChatGPT for deeper research.
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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