Dictanote – Dictation‑Powered Note Taking
What it is: A modern, browser‑based notes application that integrates Google’s speech‑to‑text API to let you dictate, edit, and organize notes hands‑free. It works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS (view‑only) and stores all notes securely in the cloud.
Key Features
- Real‑time voice transcription – Over 90 % accuracy, supports 50+ languages and 80+ dialects.
- Voice commands – Insert punctuation, emojis, technical terms, and correct mistakes using spoken commands.
- Keyboard shortcuts – Start/stop dictation, switch languages, and navigate notes without leaving the keyboard.
- Cross‑device sync – All notes are encrypted and synced automatically, accessible from any browser or the native desktop app.
- Offline editing – View and edit existing notes offline; dictation requires an internet connection.
- AI‑enhanced AudioScribe – Convert messy voice recordings into clean, summarized text with AI‑driven punctuation and filler‑word removal.
- Transcribe service – Upload pre‑recorded audio files and get accurate text output.
- Privacy‑first – Audio never leaves the browser; only the transcribed text is stored on Dictanote’s servers.
Typical Use Cases
- Writers & journalists – Draft articles, scripts, or books by speaking instead of typing.
- Students – Take lecture notes quickly, capture ideas during study sessions.
- Professionals – Record meeting minutes, generate reports, or fill forms on the fly.
- Developers – Quickly jot down code snippets or documentation while coding.
- Multilingual teams – Collaborate in different languages without switching keyboards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What platforms are supported? A: Chrome and Edge on desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux), Chrome on Android, and Safari 12+ on iPhone (view‑only).
Q: Can I convert existing audio files to text? A: Yes, use the Dictanote Transcribe feature to upload audio and receive a transcript.
Q: Is my data safe? A: All notes are encrypted at rest. Audio is never stored; transcription relies on the browser’s speech API.
Q: Do I need an internet connection? A: An internet connection is required for live dictation and AI features. Editing existing notes works offline.
Q: How do I manage my subscription? A: Go to Account Settings → Subscription to upgrade, downgrade, or cancel.
Getting Started
- Visit dictanote.co and sign up for a free account.
- Click the microphone icon or press Ctrl+Space to start dictation.
- Speak naturally; use commands like “comma”, “new paragraph”, or “emoji smile”.
- Your notes are saved automatically and synced across devices.
Tip: Combine voice commands with keyboard shortcuts for the fastest workflow.
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