Stenotypist

Stenotypist provides live audio transcription directly on your Mac. Key features include: • Real-time audio to text conversion • Local processing for enhanced privacy • Transcribes system audio, microphone, or both • Supports multiple languages (English, Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean) • Transcriptions saved as text for future reference This application functions as a personal stenographer, operating quietly in your menu bar. It processes audio through a short, configurable memory buffer, ensuring that no audio is permanently stored. Only the transcribed text is saved, upholding user privacy. Users can easily start or stop the transcription process at any time, giving them full control over when the app is active. Stenotypist's robust capabilities allow it to transcribe mixed languages simultaneously, making it a versatile tool for diverse communication needs. Transcripts are viewable live in the menu bar and in a dedicated transcription view. For convenience, transcripts can be copied, deleted, or exported in Markdown (.md) or plain text (.txt) formats, facilitating easy integration into other workflows. Ideal for students, journalists, meeting attendees, or anyone needing to capture spoken information accurately and securely without storing audio recordings. Stenotypist requires Macs with Apple Silicon chips and an internet connection only for initial model installation and license checks.