Support
Answers to common questions about Dictation Indicator, and how to reach us.
Contact
Email support@dictationindicator.com and we will get back to you.
Getting started
The first time you open Dictation Indicator, a short welcome guide shows the dictation apps installed on your Mac, lets you pick a look for the border, and ends with a test: start dictating and it confirms it works.
To change anything later, open Settings from the mic icon in the menu bar. If you have hidden both the menu bar and Dock icons, open Dictation Indicator again from Spotlight or Applications to bring back Settings.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work with Superwhisper?
Yes. Superwhisper is built in. When Superwhisper starts recording, the border appears around your screen, and it fades away when recording stops.
Does it work with Wispr Flow, MacWhisper or VoiceInk?
Yes. Superwhisper, Wispr Flow, MacWhisper, VoiceInk and Apple Dictation are built in. Any other app can be added in one click from the list of apps that recently used the microphone.
Do I need to set up a keyboard shortcut?
No. Dictation Indicator does not read the keyboard. It reacts to the microphone, so it works however you start recording: a shortcut, a click or push-to-talk. It stays correct when you cancel with Esc or the dictation app stops on its own.
Does it need microphone access or other permissions?
No. It never records or listens to audio, so macOS never asks for microphone access. It only checks which apps are using the microphone.
Will it light up during Zoom calls or screen recordings?
Not by default. Only the dictation apps on your list trigger the border. If you want, you can switch to showing it whenever any app uses the microphone.
Will the border show up in my screenshots and screen recordings?
No, not by default. The border is hidden from screenshots and screen recordings, so it does not appear in videos you record. You can change this in Settings.
Does it work in full-screen apps and with several displays?
Yes. The border sits on top of everything, including full-screen apps, and clicks pass straight through it. It shows on the main display by default, or on all displays if you choose.
Can I change how the border looks?
Yes. Choose Glow or Solid, any color, a width from 2 to 40 pt, opacity from 20 to 100% and corner radius from 0 to 40 pt. You can also turn on a pulse while recording. Changes preview live on screen.
Does it collect any data?
No. There is no account, no analytics and no network access. Nothing leaves your Mac.
What do I need to run it?
A Mac with Apple Silicon running macOS 14 Sonoma or later. Intel Macs are not supported yet.
When can I get it, and how much does it cost?
Dictation Indicator is coming soon to the Mac App Store. The price has not been announced yet.