AiType typically completes transcription and cleanup in about 250 ms; timing varies. These 15 tips can help you test voice input in the tasks you already do.
Use it for AI prompts first
If you use Cursor, Claude, or ChatGPT, start there. Speak conversationally, then review the cleaned prompt before submitting it.
Dictate in complete thoughts, not words
Don't say "um... I... want to... email John." Say "Email John about the Thursday meeting, ask if he can move to Friday." The AI handles the rest. Complete thoughts transcribe better.
Replace "draft email" moments with voice
When you are about to type an email, try dictating a draft instead. Compare the time and editing needed across a few messages, then keep the workflow that suits you.
Dictate during walking or standing
AiType's mobile keyboard lets you dictate while pacing. Many people find their best thinking happens when moving — voice captures it without sitting down.
Use it for Slack replies, not just composition
Try voice for Slack replies that are long enough to benefit from a spoken draft. Review names, dates, and commitments before sending.
Speak louder than you think you need to
Use a clear, comfortable speaking volume and reduce background noise where possible. Test a few recordings to find what works with your microphone and environment.
Use voice history for repeated content
AiType saves your voice history. If you dictate similar content regularly (standard email intros, client update structures), browse history and re-paste instead of re-dictating.
Pin your most-used snippets to saved clipboard
AiType's saved clipboard holds up to 20 pinned text clips. Put your email signature, common responses, and standard boilerplate there for instant paste.
Dictate meeting notes in real time
During calls, have AiType open on the side. Dictate key points and decisions as they're decided — don't try to transcribe, just capture decisions. Review after the call.
Use a dedicated mic for high-volume days
Laptop mics can work for occasional use. A USB cardioid microphone or quality headset may improve audio clarity on longer sessions; test it with your environment and workflow.
Don't edit as you go — dictate the whole thought
Try finishing a thought, then review the cleaned draft and make any needed edits. Compare this with editing as you go to see which approach fits your workflow.
Dictate commit messages and code comments
Code syntax can be difficult to dictate, while prose in commit messages, PR descriptions, and inline comments can be a useful place to test voice input. Review technical details before submitting.
Use voice for your morning brain dump
Before diving into work, try dictating your priorities into a note app. Review the note and keep the approach if it helps you plan.
Set up a mic mute key for privacy
In open offices or shared spaces, remap AiType's hold key to a less-visible location, or use earbuds to signal "I'm dictating" vs "I'm just wearing headphones." Normalise it.
Track your keyboard usage before and after
Apps like WhatPulse (Mac/Windows) can count daily keystrokes. Check your baseline before starting voice input, then compare it with a later period. The change will depend on your tasks, apps, and how much editing each draft needs.
The compound effect
Combine the tips that fit your work: voice for prompts, emails, Slack, and meeting notes, plus saved clips for frequent content. Review each draft and keep the workflow that is useful for you.
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