Live typo correction
Say a correction while you keep typing; SpeakUp tries to match the spoken correction to the focused field and applies it in place with the cursor restored.
SpeakUp
SpeakUp is a native macOS voice layer for live typo correction and command dispatch. It helps users correct text, trigger shortcuts, and manage app focus without leaving the keyboard flow.
Overview
SpeakUp is a native macOS voice layer for live typo correction and command dispatch. It is designed to sit around your work rather than replace it, letting you correct text, trigger shortcuts, and manage app focus without switching away from the task at hand.
The project describes itself as “not dictation, not AI.” Instead of taking over the screen, it listens for short voice commands, maps them to the focused field or app action, and then gets out of the way. The latest release includes a ready-to-run app, while the repository also documents source build and permission steps for people running it locally.
Core features
Voice command dispatch
Trigger common editing and app actions such as paste, undo, redo, clear, copy, close, next tab, bold, and media or volume keys without leaving the keyboard flow.
Background app prep and reveal
Use `mac prepare <app or site>` to open something in the background, then bring it forward later with `mac show me <app or site>` when you want focus to change.
Split-screen workspace control
Arrange apps side by side with `mac work with <app>`, toggle focus with `mac focus`, and hide the secondary app with `mac put away <app>`.
Capture and search commands
Save quick notes or reminders with `capture note <text>` and `capture reminder <text>`, or search in the background with `mac search for <query>`.
Hands-free activation modes
Activate listening by double-tapping Right-⌘, or use a double-tap plus hold as push-to-talk that commits on release.
Common use cases
Editing live text
Correct mistakes as you type by speaking the fix instead of moving to the mouse or stopping the draft.
Keyboard-free command execution
Fire common shortcuts like paste, undo, redo, copy, close, or next tab without interrupting the current keyboard workflow.
Deferred app launching
Open an app or website in the background, then switch to it only when you are ready to focus on it.
Side-by-side multitasking
Split your screen between the current app and a second app, then swap focus or hide the secondary pane as needed.
Quick capture and background lookup
Capture a note, reminder, or background search query without leaving the task you are already working on.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Keeps the user in the typing flow by applying corrections in place.
- Supports both direct editing commands and higher-level workspace actions.
- Includes background prep, split-view, search, notes, and reminder commands.
- Offers multiple activation modes, including toggle and push-to-talk.
- Latest release is packaged as a ready-to-run app.
Cons
- Requires macOS 12 or later and several permissions, including Accessibility and Microphone/Speech Recognition.
- The README notes that Accessibility trust resets on every rebuild, so local builds need to be re-approved.
- The source does not document broad third-party integrations beyond macOS apps, shortcuts, and Apple system features.
FAQ
What is SpeakUp meant to do?
SpeakUp is built as a native macOS app for live typo correction and command dispatch. It is not positioned as dictation software or an AI assistant.
What does it need to run?
The README says it requires macOS 12 or later, Xcode Command Line Tools, Accessibility permission, and Microphone plus Speech Recognition permission.
How do you install or launch it?
The project says the app can be built with `./build.sh` and then opened as `SpeakUp.app`; the latest release includes a ready-to-run app.
Does it integrate with other apps or services?
SpeakUp supports voice commands for editing shortcuts, background app preparation, split-screen workflows, search, notes, and reminders. The README does not list third-party integrations beyond Apple system features and apps.
Is there a paid version?
The repository notes a LivePatch upgrade priced at $39 one-time, with local-only data handling and no subscription. The base SpeakUp download is available from the latest release.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Productivity / Developer Tool
- Platform
- macOS 12+ (Monterey or later)
- Source
- GitHub repository at github.com/MADR3B3L/speakup-livepatch
- Primary workflow
- Voice-driven typo correction and command dispatch while typing
- Release note
- Latest release includes a ready-to-run app
- Upgrade
- LivePatch is listed as a $39 one-time upgrade
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