Glasscribe
What is Glasscribe?
Glasscribe is a lightweight macOS menu bar application designed for real-time speech-to-text transcription. It operates entirely on the user's device, ensuring privacy and security by not sending data to the cloud. The application is capable of transcribing speech in over 30 languages and provides live translation features, making it a versatile tool for various applications, including meetings, video watching, and idea capturing.
"Your voice, instantly in words. Turn meetings, videos, and spontaneous ideas into text — right on your Mac."
Glasscribe captures system audio and microphone input seamlessly, requiring no additional extensions or virtual audio drivers. It provides instant results with low latency, allowing users to see their spoken words transcribed as they speak, facilitating quick note-taking and content generation. The app includes a floating overlay for easy visibility and session history for searching previous transcriptions.
Features
- Real-Time Transcription: Words appear immediately as they're spoken.
- 100% On-Device Processing: No internet required; processes remain local.
- Live Translation: Transcribe in one language and read in another simultaneously.
- System Audio Capture: Transcribe audio from platforms like Zoom and YouTube.
- 30+ Languages Supported: Automatic detection of languages as Apple expands support.
- Floating Overlay: Displays transcript on top of any application for easy reference.
- Session History & Search: Auto-saves transcriptions for easy access later.
- Auto-Copy & Paste: Automatically copies transcribed text to the clipboard.
- Custom Shortcuts: Adjustable settings for a personalized user experience.