Three Ways to Start Recording

VoxWrite gives you three flexible ways to start recording, so you can choose the method that best fits your workflow. Whether you prefer clicking buttons, using floating controls, or working entirely with your keyboard, VoxWrite adapts to your style.

1. Click the Microphone Icon in Side Panel

The first way to start recording is through VoxWrite's side panel.

How to use:

Click the VoxWrite extension icon in your Chrome toolbar and then click the "Record" button.

The side panel opens on the right side of your browser

Choose in the dropdown what Custom Rule you want to apply to your speech and click the large microphone button to start recording
Click again to stop

Benefits:

Always accessible from any webpage
Below the microphone you can see the list of all your recordings. You can manage, download, copy, delete, or view each record.

2. Use the Floating Button

A convenient bubble button that floats over your webpage content, following you as you scroll.

How to use:

The floating bubble appears automatically on pages where it was set up.

Double click the bubble to start recording
Microphone appears and the recording starts automatically.
Click the microphone icon to stop

Customization: The floating bubble can be customized to match your preferences. Learn how to set up the bubble →

When to use this method:

When you want quick access without opening panels
When working in full-screen or focused mode
When you want minimal distraction from your work

Benefits:

Always visible, never hidden
Double-click access from anywhere on the page
Follows you as you scroll

If you double-click the floating button and see such notice, it means that microphone use is likely prohibited in the privacy policy of this website and floating button may not work properly. In this case, use the first way - recording through the Side Panel.

3. Press Your Custom Keyboard Shortcut

For power users who prefer keyboard-first workflows, VoxWrite supports fully customizable hotkeys.

Example of Default shortcuts:

Start recording: Ctrl + R (Mac)
Stop recording: Ctrl + Shift + S (Mac)

How to use:

Press your configured hotkey from any text field
When microphone appears start speaking immediately
Press the stop hotkey when finished
Your transcribed text appears in the active field

Customization: You can configure custom keyboard shortcuts to match your existing workflow. Learn how to configure hotkeys →

When to use this method:

When you want the fastest possible workflow
When your hands are already on the keyboard
When you're switching rapidly between typing and speaking
When you prefer not to use your mouse
When working with multiple applications simultaneously

If you call the microphone and see such notice, it means that microphone use is likely prohibited in the privacy policy of this website and hotkeys may not work properly. In this case, use the first way - recording through the Side Panel.

Combining Methods

You're not limited to one method! Many users combine approaches:

Start with side panel to configure settings and manage your recordings, then use floating bubble for quick recordings
Use keyboard shortcuts for rapid dictation, then open side panel to review results
Switch methods based on the task: hotkeys for emails, bubble for forms, panel for long documents

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