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Download the Voicy app here
Voicy is a privacy-focused speech-to-text desktop app. It adds voice dictation to apps and websites on your computer.
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Speech to Text in Claude Code
Write AI prompts with your voice in Claude Code.
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How to use Speech-to-Text in Claude Code
Step 2
Open Claude Code
Open Claude Code in your terminal and put the cursor in its prompt field.
Step 3
Start dictating to Voicy
Start and stop recording with your Voicy keyboard shortcut. Your transcribed prompt is inserted into Claude Code for review before sending.
The benefits of speech to text in Claude Code
Your thoughts on paper, faster
Dictation helps you write longer, more detailed prompts faster.
Express yourself
Describe the full idea to Claude Code in your own words, then review the dictated prompt.
Vibe-Coding with Claude
Speak to your AI coding assistant rather than typing every prompt.
AI Edits
Voicy lets you use AI to improve a rough prompt before sending it to Claude Code.
Works everywhere
Voicy works on all the websites and apps you use daily. This means you can use voice typing to write emails, messages, documents, blog posts, etc.This means your voice can write emails, messages, documents, blog posts, etc.
Privacy First
Nobody sees your transcripts except yourself.
You can read more about our privacy policy here.
Automatic Punctuation
Voicy automatically adds perfect punctuation to your dictated text.
Zero typos, perfect grammar, perfect punctuation.
+50 languages
Voicy gives you over 99% accuracy in more than 50 languages, including speech-to-text in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, etc.Over 99% accuracy in more than 50 languages, including speech to text in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, etc.
Use cases
Google DocsWrite Google Docs with your Voice
Use Speech-To-Text inside Google Docs to write documents in half the time.
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Automatic punctuation and formatting help you write perfect emails!
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Stuck on that first line to start your doc? Just speak it out and it's there.
Read MoreOutlookLook out, Outlook Voice-to-Text is here!
Voicy works perfectly in all Outlook versions to help you dictate emails.
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Read MoreVibe coding with voice dictation in Claude Code
Vibe coding is all about flow — describing what you want and letting the AI build it. But typing out detailed prompts breaks that flow. With Voicy's speech to text in Claude Code, you can describe entire features, explain bugs, and give architectural direction just by talking. Your prompts come out longer, more natural, and more detailed — which means Claude Code gives you better results. Whether you're building a new feature, debugging, or refactoring, voice dictation keeps you in the zone.
Voicy also gives you AI editing commands. Not sure how to phrase a prompt? Dictate a rough version, then ask Voicy's AI to clean it up before you send it to Claude Code. It works in over 50 languages, so non-English developers can vibe code in their native language too. Voicy runs on both Mac and Windows — just install the app, set your keyboard shortcut, and start dictating into Claude Code's terminal.
Why developers choose Voicy for Claude Code
Claude Code runs in your terminal, which means you need a speech to text tool that works at the system level — not just in the browser. Voicy is a desktop app for Mac and Windows that works in every application, including terminal windows. Press your keyboard shortcut, describe what you want to build, and Voicy transcribes it with 99%+ accuracy and automatic punctuation. No copy-pasting from a separate app. No browser extension required. Your dictated prompts go straight into Claude Code.
Voicy uses AI-powered speech recognition with over 99% accuracy. It handles technical vocabulary — function names, programming terms, file paths — far better than basic dictation tools. Automatic punctuation means your prompts come out clean without manual editing. Voicy supports 50+ languages, so international developers can dictate in their native language. At 8.49 per month, it costs less than most developer tools and works across your entire workflow.
Vibe coding with voice: the natural way to use Claude Code
The vibe coding movement is built on one idea: describe what you want in plain language, and let AI build it. But most developers still type their prompts — which is slow, tiring, and interrupts the creative flow. Voice dictation is the missing piece. Speak your ideas naturally, and Claude Code turns them into working code.
With Voicy, you can describe an entire feature in 30 seconds that would take 3 minutes to type. Your prompts end up more detailed and more natural — which is exactly what Claude Code responds best to. Developers who switch to voice dictation report writing better prompts and getting better code output as a result.
Speech to text options for Claude Code
Claude Code recently added a built-in /voice command that lets you have two-way voice conversations. It's great for quick back-and-forth — but it's not a dictation tool. When you need precise, well-structured prompts with exact wording, a dedicated speech to text tool gives you more control over what Claude Code receives.
Voicy works at the system level, which means it's not limited to Claude Code. The same keyboard shortcut that dictates into your terminal also works in your browser, your email, your docs, and every other app. One tool, one shortcut — voice typing everywhere on your Mac or Windows computer.
FAQ
Can I use Claude Code voice input?
Yes. Install the Voicy desktop app, set your shortcut, and dictate into Claude Code's terminal input. Review the prompt before sending it.
How much does Voicy cost for Claude Code voice input?
Voicy has a free trial. Paid plans are $8.49/month, $82/year, or $260 lifetime, and the same account works across supported desktop and mobile apps.
Is my Claude Code dictation private?
Voicy does not store recordings or transcriptions after processing. Transcription is cloud-based, so avoid dictating secrets, credentials, or regulated data unless your requirements allow it.
How does Voicy work with Claude Code in the terminal?
Voicy runs as a desktop app. Open Claude Code in your terminal, press your Voicy shortcut, speak, and Voicy inserts the transcribed text where your cursor is.
Claude Code /voice vs dictation: which should I use?
Claude Code's voice feature supports conversation. Voicy is for editable dictated text with punctuation that you can review before sending.
Does Voicy work in the terminal for Claude Code?
Yes. The desktop app can dictate into terminal text input where Claude Code runs.
Can I vibe code with voice dictation?
Yes. Describe features, bugs, and architectural direction by talking, then review the dictated prompt before sending it to Claude Code.
Does Voicy handle technical terms and code vocabulary?
Voicy handles programming terms and technical vocabulary for everyday prompts. Review dictated code, commands, file paths, and secrets before sending them.