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Dictation and voice control on a Mac, explained clearly and checked against Apple’s own documentation.
Mac dictation
How to dictate on a MacTurn on Dictation, start it with a shortcut, add punctuation by voice and pick the right mic. Step by step for macOS 27 Golden Gate, Sequoia and Sonoma.7 min read · Updated October 6, 2026
Mac dictation not working? Here’s how to fix itDictation won’t turn on, ignores its shortcut, types nothing or stops early? Work through these fixes, from Voice Control and Screen Time to microphones.5 min read · Updated October 6, 2026
Using Octaflow
Free dictation for MacHold Right ⌘, talk, and your words land in any text field.
Voice control for MacSay what you want done and Octaflow does it across your apps.
Supported appsWhat Octaflow can do in each Mac app, from real tests.
Permissions, explainedWhat Octaflow asks your Mac for, and why.
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