Voice Dictation for Ghostwriters
Capture your client's voice. Deliver drafts faster.
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 ghostwriters
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.
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.
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
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.
Other ways Ottex helps ghostwriters
Dictate with Formatting
Say 'new paragraph', 'bullet point', 'open quote' and get exactly what you mean. Full formatting control without touching the keyboard.
Write Research Notes
Dictate research notes, literature summaries, or analysis. Capture your thinking process without losing momentum to typing.
Works with
Write Scripts
Write video scripts, podcast outlines, or screenplays by voice. Speaking your dialogue makes it sound natural from the start.
Write Content Posts
Dictate tweets, LinkedIn posts, blog articles, or newsletters. Turn your thoughts into content faster than ever.
Frequently asked questions
Can I transcribe client interviews in real-time?+
Yes. Use Ottex's meeting recorder to capture client calls with speaker separation (diarization). You'll get a clean transcript showing who said what—essential for capturing your client's authentic voice and phrasing.
How does voice dictation help with voice matching?+
Speaking naturally while writing helps you internalize your client's voice. After conducting interviews, dictate your first draft out loud—you'll naturally adopt their speech patterns, rhythms, and vocabulary. The result sounds more authentic than typed prose.
Can I dictate with proper formatting for manuscripts?+
Yes. Say 'new paragraph', 'chapter heading', 'open quote', 'em dash'. Precision typing gives you full manuscript formatting control by voice. Format as you dictate without breaking your flow.
How do I handle multiple clients with different styles?+
Create custom app modes for each client. Define their preferred formatting, vocabulary, and tone in each mode. Ottex automatically switches modes based on which project folder or document you're in.
Does it work with Scrivener and Google Docs?+
Yes. Ottex works system-wide on macOS—anywhere you can type. Scrivener, Google Docs, Word, Notion, whatever your workflow requires. One tool for all your client projects.
How accurate is the transcription for interview content?+
Gemini 3 Flash delivers 99.1% accuracy in benchmarks. Add client names, company jargon, and industry terms to your custom dictionary for perfect accuracy on specialized vocabulary. Essential for capturing the nuances that make each client's voice unique.
Can I capture revision notes from clients?+
Absolutely. When clients give verbal feedback on drafts, record the call and get a transcript. Their exact words are captured—no more interpreting vague notes or trying to remember what they meant. Track revisions with precision.
How does Ottex help with tight deadlines?+
Speaking at 150+ words per minute (vs 40 WPM typing) means faster first drafts. Dictate raw material quickly, then edit and polish. Many ghostwriters report completing projects in half the time when they switch to voice-first drafting.
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