3x Faster Than Typing
Speak 150+ words per minute vs 40 wpm typing. Finish tasks in a third of the time.
Voice Dictation for YouTubers
Scripts that sound like you. Content at creator speed.
Notion
Example dictation
a coffee shop morning new paragraph sarah so i've been thinking about what you said yesterday about us new paragraph she looks out the window new paragraph michelle enters holding two coffees new paragraph michelle colon hey sorry i'm late the line was insane new paragraph sarah colon it's fine i was just thinking
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Ottex outputs
[A coffee shop. Morning.]
SARAH: So, I've been thinking about what you said yesterday, about us.
[She looks out the window.]
[MICHELLE enters holding two coffees.]
MICHELLE: Hey, sorry I'm late. The line was insane.
SARAH: It's fine. I was just thinking.
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How it works
Your voice. Right where you work.
Hold Fn
Place your cursor in any app, then hold the Fn key.
Speak naturally
Say what you want to write. Ottex follows your saved writing rules.
Release. It’s written.
Your text appears right where your cursor is.
Why Ottex works for youtubers
Concrete benefits with real-world impact
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.
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.
Inline AI Commands
Transform text as you speak: 'Ottex start fix grammar Ottex end'. Edit, improve, translate—all by voice.
Global Shortcuts
Start recording with Option+D, use Push-to-Talk, or cancel with Esc. All shortcuts are fully configurable.
Works in Any App
System-wide on macOS—Ottex works wherever you can type. No app-specific integrations needed.
Filler Word Removal
Automatically removes filler words like 'um', 'uh', 'like', 'so' from your transcription. Get clean, professional text without verbal hesitations.
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.
What you can do
Write Scripts
Write video scripts, podcast outlines, or screenplays by voice. Speaking your dialogue makes it sound natural from the start.
Notion
Example dictation
a coffee shop morning new paragraph sarah so i've been thinking about what you said yesterday about us new paragraph she looks out the window new paragraph michelle enters holding two coffees new paragraph michelle colon hey sorry i'm late the line was insane new paragraph sarah colon it's fine i was just thinking
Read this example aloud, or say something of your own.
Ottex outputs
[A coffee shop. Morning.]
SARAH: So, I've been thinking about what you said yesterday, about us.
[She looks out the window.]
[MICHELLE enters holding two coffees.]
MICHELLE: Hey, sorry I'm late. The line was insane.
SARAH: It's fine. I was just thinking.
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Write Content Posts
Dictate tweets, LinkedIn posts, blog articles, or newsletters. Turn your thoughts into content faster than ever.
Text Editor
Example dictation
so just learned something interesting um the best way to get unstuck on a problem is to explain it out loud even if no one's listening new paragraph I was stuck on this thing for hours and the moment I started talking through it everything clicked new paragraph try it next time you're stuck
Read this example aloud, or say something of your own.
Ottex outputs
Just learned something interesting—the best way to get unstuck on a problem is to explain it out loud, even if no one's listening.
I was stuck on this thing for hours, and the moment I started talking through it, everything clicked.
Try it next time you're stuck.
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Capture Ideas Quickly
Speak ideas the moment they hit you. Use Ottex anywhere to capture thoughts, then refine them later.
Works with
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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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
YouTube
Example dictation
thanks for watching exclamation mark um great question about the setup so I use a blue yeti actually the blue yeti x and obs for streaming let me know if you have more questions
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Ottex outputs
Thanks for watching! Great question about the setup. I use a Blue Yeti X and OBS for streaming. Let me know if you have more questions!
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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.
Notion
Example dictation
so the thing is writing is hard because you never know where to start um I think the best approach is to just get your ideas down first and worry about editing later new paragraph that's what this article is about actually this post is about overcoming the blank page
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Ottex outputs
Writing is hard because you never know where to start. I think the best approach is to just get your ideas down first and worry about editing later.
That's what this post is about—overcoming the blank page.
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Dictate with Formatting
Say 'new paragraph', 'bullet point', 'open quote' and get exactly what you mean. Full formatting control without touching the keyboard.
Notion
Example dictation
h2 weekend plans new paragraph finally have some time off so I want to make the most of it new paragraph bullet point call mom about sunday dinner bullet point finish that book I started last month bullet point maybe go for a hike if weather is nice new paragraph h3 grocery list new paragraph dash milk dash eggs dash bread dash coffee new paragraph note to self colon don't forget the phone charger
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Ottex outputs
## Weekend plans
Finally have some time off, so I want to make the most of it.
• Call mom about Sunday dinner
• Finish that book I started last month
• Maybe go for a hike if weather is nice
### Grocery list
- Milk
- Eggs
- Bread
- Coffee
Note to self: don't forget the phone charger
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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 video scripts that sound natural?
Yes—and that's the whole point. When you type scripts, they often sound stiff on camera. When you speak your script, it naturally has your voice, your rhythm, your personality. You're literally practicing delivery while writing. The script sounds like you because it is you.
How does this help with YouTube descriptions?
YouTube descriptions need keywords, timestamps, links, and structure—but writing them is tedious. Dictate the core content naturally, use formatting commands for structure ('new paragraph', 'dash'), and let Ottex handle the transcription. A description that takes 10 minutes to type can be dictated in 2-3 minutes.
Can I create pinned comments and community posts?
Absolutely. These are high-value touchpoints that most creators rush through. Speak your pinned comment with intention, dictate community posts while the video uploads, capture poll ideas on the fly. Every piece of content around your video—done by voice, done faster.
What about sponsor integration scripts?
Sponsor reads need to sound natural—forced ad reads kill viewer trust. Speaking your sponsor integration lets you find the natural rhythm, test different segues, and create copy that feels like part of the video, not an interruption. Practice the delivery while you write it.
How do I capture video ideas before they disappear?
Press Option+D anywhere on your Mac and speak your idea immediately. 'Video idea: React to that viral clip about AI. Hook: Everyone's getting this wrong. Main point: Here's what they're missing.' Captured in 5 seconds. Never lose a video concept to a forgotten thought again.
Does it work with my workflow in Notion or Google Docs?
Yes. Ottex works system-wide on macOS—anywhere you can type, you can dictate. Notion, Google Docs, YouTube Studio, Obsidian, even browser-based tools. One dictation tool for your entire content workflow.
How accurate is it for YouTube-specific terms?
Gemini 3 Flash (cloud model) delivers 99.1% accuracy and handles YouTube terminology well—thumbnails, CTR, watch time, algorithm, A-roll, B-roll. Add creator-specific terms to your custom dictionary for perfect accuracy on your niche vocabulary.
What does it cost?
Free forever with local models—no subscription required. With BYOK (bring your own API key), most creators spend $1-3/month on actual usage. Or choose the $9/month premium for zero-config cloud transcription with included credits.
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