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How to Do Speech-to-Text on Mac: A Complete Guide to Dictation Tools & Shortcuts

Julia Becker
Julia Becker Originally published Mar 03, 25, updated Dec 16, 25 e by moving the cursor over it.
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    • Pros
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    • Using this service, one can move around the document with specific instructions like "Go" or "Move."
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    • The facility to add commands and punctuation is only available in the English language.
    • Google Docs voice typing capability does not work offline on Windows and Mac.

    Pricing Plans

    • Standard (with data logging): $0.016 on 60 min and above
    • Standard (without data logging): $0.024 on 60 min and above
    • Medical: $0.078 on 60 min and above

    Compatibility:  Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge and Safari

    FAQs about Speak to Text Mac

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    No, the built-in talk-to-text MacBook feature is not supported in all Mac applications. It works in most text fields across Apple apps like Notes, messages, and Safari. Other apps have their own text processing or formatting systems, such as specialized editors.

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