Overview

FlashVoice enables system-wide voice dictation on macOS and Windows.
You speak, and FlashVoice inserts text directly at your cursor position.

This guide explains how to use desktop dictation effectively.

Step 1: Focus a Text Field

FlashVoice types text wherever your cursor is active.

Make sure a text field is focused in any app, such as:

  • Slack
  • Google Docs
  • Notion
  • Microsoft Word
  • Email clients
  • Code editors (VS Code, JetBrains IDEs)

If you see a blinking cursor, FlashVoice can dictate there.

Step 2: Start Dictation with a Hotkey

FlashVoice supports both push-to-talk and hands-free dictation.

Default Hotkeys

macOS

  • Push-to-talk: Fn
  • Hands-free mode: Right Command

Windows

  • Push-to-talk: Page Up
  • Hands-free mode: Page Down

Once dictation starts, speak naturally at your own pace.

Step 3: End Dictation and Insert Text

  • Push-to-talk: release the key
  • Hands-free mode: press the hands-free key again

FlashVoice will stop recording, transcribe your speech, and insert formatted text into the focused app.

Troubleshooting: Microphone Not Working

If no text appears, check the following.

Check System Permissions

macOS

  • System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone
  • Allow FlashVoice

Windows

  • Settings → Privacy & security → Microphone
  • Enable microphone access for desktop apps

Verify Input Volume

  • Ensure the microphone is not muted
  • Confirm input volume is not too low

For best results, use a built-in or wired microphone instead of Bluetooth.

Need More Help?

Use Report an Issue inside FlashVoice and include your OS, microphone, and troubleshooting steps.