kitlangton/Hex

Legacy Swift Hex app. Try the Rust rewrite at hex.kitlangton.com; new source at github.com/anomalyco/hex.

What it solves

Hex provides a way to quickly transcribe voice to text and paste the result directly into any active application, eliminating the need for manual typing.

How it works

Users set a global hotkey to trigger recording. The app uses on-device transcription engines—specifically WhisperKit and Parakeet TDT v3 via FluidAudio—to convert speech to text. It offers two recording modes: a press-and-hold method and a double-tap lock method to start and stop recording.

Who it’s for

Mac users with Apple Silicon who want a fast, system-wide voice-to-text tool.

Highlights

  • On-device transcription for privacy and speed.
  • Integration with WhisperKit and Parakeet TDT v3.
  • System-wide pasting via accessibility permissions.
  • Two flexible recording modes (press-and-hold or lock-and-tap).

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