Gemini on Mac can now type what you say and act on what it sees
Google has updated its Gemini app for macOS to include a built‑in speech‑to‑text dictation feature that activates with a long‑press of the Fn key. The transcribed text is inserted at the cursor and automatically removes filler words, working across any open window without additional setup. The addition positions Gemini as a native alternative to third‑party AI dictation tools that often require separate downloads or subscriptions.
- ▪The new Gemini update lets users press and hold the Fn key to speak, and the app converts the speech into clean text at the cursor location.
- ▪The dictation feature is enabled by default and operates system‑wide, allowing use in email, messaging, and document applications.
- ▪Google markets the built‑in capability as a competitor to existing AI dictation apps like Wispr Flow and Willow, which may need separate installations and paid plans.
- ▪In addition to speech input, the Gemini app now includes functionality to act on visual content displayed on the screen, expanding its utility for Mac users.
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- ▪ You Can Now Let Gemini 'See' Your Mac's Display for Free — Lifehacker
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After rolling out Gemini Spark on macOS earlier this year, Google is now upgrading the Gemini app for Mac with two useful features that could change the way you get things done, whether that means ditching your current AI dictation app or letting Gemini act on whatever’s on your screen. One key press turns speech into clean text anywhere With the latest update, you can long-press the Fn key in any open window and start talking. Gemini transcribes what you say into clean text right at your cursor, cutting out filler words like “ums” and “ahs” as you go. The feature is on by default, so there’s nothing to set up first, and it works across the system, letting you type out an email, respond to a Slack message, or draft a document.
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