Handy - an open-source, completely offline voice-to-text desktop application.

What is Handy?

Handy is an open-source speech-to-text desktop application that runs completely offline and supports Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. Built with Rust and React/TypeScript, it features a clean interface and easy operation. Users can activate recording via keyboard shortcuts, and the speech is processed locally and directly converted to text, requiring no internet connection and protecting privacy. Handy provides multiple speech recognition models, such as Whisper and Parakeet V3, and supports GPU acceleration and automatic language detection.

Handy's main functions

• Run completely offlineAll speech processing and transcription are done locally, without relying on the network, thus protecting user privacy.
• Cross-platform supportIt is compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux systems to meet the needs of different users.
• shortcut key operationUsers can quickly start and stop recording using customizable shortcut keys, making operation convenient.
• Speech transcriptionIt transcribes speech into text in real time and allows you to paste it directly into any text box, improving input efficiency.
• Multiple speech modelsSupports models such as Whisper and Parakeet V3, and provides GPU acceleration and automatic language detection.
• Open source and scalableBased on the open-source concept, users can extend and improve the application themselves to meet their personalized needs.

How to use Handy

• Download and installDownload the latest version from the official Handy website https://handy.computer/ or the GitHub page, and install it following the platform-specific instructions.
• Startup authorizationLaunch the Handy application and grant necessary system permissions, such as microphone and accessibility permissions.
• Configure shortcut keysIn Handy's settings, configure your preferred keyboard shortcuts for starting and stopping recording.
• Start recordingPress the configured shortcut key to start recording and speaking. Handy will transcribe the speech into text in real time.
• Get textAfter recording ends, Handy will paste the transcribed text directly into the application you are using.
• Debug modeIf you need to debug or develop, you can use the keyboard shortcut (macOS:Cmd+Shift+DWindows/Linux:Ctrl+Shift+DEnter debug mode.

Handy's project address

• Project official websitehttps://handy.computer/
• Github repositoryhttps://github.com/cjpais/Handy

Handy's application scenarios

• written recordWhen writing or taking notes, you can quickly generate text content through voice input, improving efficiency.
• Meeting minutesThe content of speeches is transcribed in real time during the meeting, which facilitates subsequent organization and review.
• Content creationVoice input is more natural and fluent when creating content for blogs, articles, social media, etc.
• Learning aidsWhen learning a language or listening to a lecture, the audio is transcribed into text for easy review and comprehension.
• Office AutomationIn office settings, it can quickly generate documents such as emails and reports, saving typing time.
• Personal AssistantAs a personal voice assistant, it helps record to-do items, schedules, and other information.