Show HN: Private real-time dictation app for Mac
10 months ago
- #dictation
- #productivity
- #macOS
- Very Fast Dictation is a real-time, system-wide dictation tool for Mac.
- Features include blazing fast transcription using Parakeet MLX, system-wide usability, and shortcut activation (double press Control).
- Includes a visual 'Recording...' indicator and clipboard integration for automatic pasting.
- Installation involves cloning the repository, installing dependencies with uv, and running main.py.
- Dictation starts with double Control press, stops with single press, and transcribes speech instantly.
- Accessibility permissions may be required for the app to paste text; using a secondary terminal app is recommended for security.