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What is Yap?

Yap is a voice dictation tool specifically crafted for Apple Silicon Macs that run on macOS 13 or later. With a straightforward keyboard shortcut, users can dictate text across various applications, including emails, documents, notes, and chats, while Yap efficiently transforms spoken words into polished text right where the cursor is located. Importantly, the entire process of speech recognition and text refinement is carried out on the Mac itself, which means audio data remains private and dictation can proceed without any internet connectivity; however, initial setup and occasional license checks do necessitate online access. The application also automatically detects the language being spoken and keeps a local history of past dictations for user convenience. Users can subscribe to Yap for a monthly fee of USD 6.90 or pay USD 69 for an annual subscription, and they can take advantage of a 14-day free trial, although a credit card is required for this trial period. To summarize, Yap provides a secure and intuitive dictation solution for Mac users, boosting productivity and protecting user privacy with its offline functionality while ensuring ease of use. This makes Yap an appealing choice for those looking to enhance their dictation experience on their Mac devices.

What is Apple Dictation?

Apple Dictation is a built-in feature in macOS that enables users to input text vocally in any application that accepts text entry. After activating the feature, users can start it by using the Microphone key, a custom keyboard shortcut, or by choosing Start Dictation, and they can end it by pressing the Escape key, the same shortcut, or the Microphone key once more. For Apple silicon Mac users, it is possible to continue typing while using dictation; the feature will resume listening once the user stops typing. Users can also give voice commands to add emoji, punctuation, new lines, and paragraphs, with the system automatically inserting commas, periods, and question marks in supported languages. Dictation can accommodate text of any length and will automatically stop after 30 seconds of silence. If macOS encounters uncertainty with a word, it highlights the text for users to select an alternative or correct it manually. Furthermore, users can activate multiple Dictation languages and switch between them seamlessly while speaking, along with the option to choose their desired microphone or let macOS select one automatically. This versatility not only enhances productivity but also significantly improves accessibility across various macOS applications, making it an invaluable tool for users.

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API Availability

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Pricing Information

$6.90/month or $69/year
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

Free
Free Version

Supported Platforms

Mac

Supported Platforms

iPhone
iPad
Mac

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Company Facts

Organization Name

Yap

Company Website

yapapp.cc/

Company Facts

Organization Name

Apple

Date Founded

1976

Company Location

United States

Company Website

support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-dictation-mh40584/mac

Categories and Features

Dictation

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Categories and Features

Dictation

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