AriaType v0.1
Open-source AI voice input
AriaType v0.1 launched on April 8, 2026 with 74 votes, #687 of 21,248 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches.
In plain words
AriaType is an open-source voice-to-text application for macOS that converts spoken words into typed text at the cursor using a hotkey. Designed for writers and developers seeking hands-free input, it processes speech locally for privacy and handles natural pauses, silence, and background noise. The tool integrates directly into existing applications without requiring context switching, allowing users to speak naturally and have polished text appear immediately where the cursor is positioned, ready for editing or sending.
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AriaType is an open-source voice-to-text app for macOS that lets you speak naturally and type anywhere with a hotkey. It works right at your cursor, supports local-first processing for better privacy, and helps you turn speech into polished text without breaking your flow.
AriaType is the voice layer for your desktop, turning spoken thoughts into context-aware work right where your cursor is.
Hold a shortcut, say what is on your mind, and AriaType turns spoken thoughts into context-aware text right where your cursor is. Start from the app you are already using. No dashboard, no context switch. Speak naturally. AriaType handles pauses, silence, everyday noise, and writing context. The result lands where your cursor already is, ready to send, save, or keep editing. AriaType works with the app, field, and cursor in front of you, so voice becomes part of the desktop instead of another place to move your work. Speak once and keep working in the app you already opened. No side window, no copy and paste. Everyday voice content stays on your device by default. Remote services are…from ariatype.com
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