Advanced Usage

Go beyond basic dictation with AI voice commands, voice-driven code editing, custom vocabulary, shortcuts, macros, and powerful workflow automation.

AI Voice Commands

Wispr Flow's AI mode transforms your voice into a powerful editing tool. Instead of just dictating text, you can issue commands that the AI interprets and executes:

# Rewriting
"Rewrite this paragraph to be more concise"
"Make this sound more professional"
"Simplify this explanation for a general audience"

# Editing
"Fix the grammar in this paragraph"
"Make it shorter"
"Expand this into three bullet points"

# Generating
"Write a follow-up email based on this"
"Add a conclusion paragraph"
"Create a summary of the above"

To use AI commands, activate the AI mode (typically by double-tapping the activation key) and then speak your command. Wispr Flow will select the relevant text and apply the transformation.

Voice-Driven Code Editing

For developers, Wispr Flow's advanced code editing capabilities are transformative. You can write, modify, and refactor code using natural language:

# Say this while in VS Code:
"Add error handling to this function with a
try-catch block"

# Wispr Flow transforms:
function fetchData(url) {
  const response = await fetch(url);
  return response.json();
}

# Into:
function fetchData(url) {
  try {
    const response = await fetch(url);
    return response.json();
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Failed to fetch data:', error);
    throw error;
  }
}

Additional code voice commands include:

• "Add a comment explaining this function" - Generates descriptive comments
• "Rename this variable to [name]" - Renames with proper casing
• "Convert this to an arrow function" - Refactors syntax
• "Add TypeScript types to this function" - Generates type annotations
• "Write unit tests for this" - Generates test code based on the function

Custom Vocabulary

Every industry has specialized terminology. Wispr Flow lets you train the AI on your specific vocabulary:

1. Add Custom Words

   Open Settings > Vocabulary and add technical terms, product names, acronyms, and proper nouns that Wispr Flow might not recognize by default.

2. Set Pronunciations

   For words with unusual pronunciations, specify how you say them so the AI matches them correctly.

3. Define Expansions

   Create abbreviation expansions: say "LGTM" and have it expand to "looks good to me" or keep it as the acronym based on context.

# Technical terms
"Kubernetes" → Always capitalized, not "cuber nettis"
"PostgreSQL" → Correct spelling, not "post gres sequel"
"OAuth"      → Proper casing, not "oh auth"

# Company/product names
"Vercel"    → Not "verse el"
"Supabase"  → Not "super base"

# Acronyms
"API"       → Kept uppercase
"CI/CD"     → Properly formatted with slash

Shortcuts and Macros

Create custom voice-triggered shortcuts for repetitive tasks:

Configure macros in Settings > Shortcuts. Each macro maps a voice phrase to a text expansion, keyboard shortcut, or multi-step action.

Integration with AI Tools

Wispr Flow complements other AI tools in your workflow:

• Claude / ChatGPT: Dictate your prompts to AI chatbots instead of typing them - especially useful for long, detailed prompts
• GitHub Copilot: Use voice to describe what code you need, then let Copilot autocomplete based on your dictated comments
• Notion AI: Combine Wispr Flow's dictation with Notion's AI features for a fully voice-driven writing workflow
• IDE extensions: Wispr Flow works alongside any IDE extension since it operates at the OS level

Accessibility Benefits

Wispr Flow is not just a productivity tool - it is a powerful accessibility solution:

• RSI prevention: Reduce keyboard and mouse usage to prevent or manage repetitive strain injuries
• Motor accessibility: Full computer interaction through voice for users with mobility challenges
• Cognitive load: Speaking thoughts is often easier than typing for users with dyslexia or other processing differences
• Speed equalization: Voice input can be faster than typing, leveling the playing field for slower typists

Workflow Automation

Combine Wispr Flow with automation tools for powerful voice-triggered workflows:

1. Voice-to-Task Creation

   Dictate task descriptions that are automatically formatted and sent to project management tools like Jira, Linear, or Asana.

2. Templated Responses

   Set up voice-triggered templates for common customer support responses, code reviews, or feedback patterns.

3. Multi-App Workflows

   Chain voice commands across applications: dictate an idea, have it formatted as a document, and share it - all through voice commands.