Troubleshooting

Microphone Not Working

macOS

1. Check System Permissions

• System Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone
• Ensure Voicetypr is toggled On
• Restart Voicetypr after granting permission

1. Check Input Device

• System Settings > Sound > Input
• Select your microphone
• Test that the input level moves when you speak

1. Try a Different Mic

• Built-in MacBook mic works best for most users
• External USB mics may need driver updates

Windows

1. Check Privacy Settings

• Settings > Privacy > Microphone
• Enable "Microphone access" and "Let apps access your microphone"
• Find Voicetypr and toggle On

1. Check Default Device

• Right-click the speaker icon in taskbar
• Select "Open Sound settings"
• Verify correct input device is selected

Slow or Laggy Transcription

Possible cause: The selected model is too demanding for the current hardware or other apps are competing for CPU and memory.

Fixes:

• Switch to a smaller model (Whisper Base or Parakeet)
• Close unnecessary apps
• Compare the documented model sizes, platforms, and trade-offs, then test a smaller model on the same recording

Text Not Pasting

macOS: Grant Accessibility permission

• System Settings > Privacy & Security > Accessibility
• Add Voicetypr and toggle On

Windows: Run as administrator

• Right-click Voicetypr > Run as administrator

Crashes on Startup

1. Delete the model folder and re-download:

• Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/voicetypr/models
• Windows: %APPDATA%\voicetypr\models

1. Restart Voicetypr
2. Re-download your model

Still Stuck?

Email support@voicetypr.com with:

• Your macOS/Windows version
• Voicetypr version (check the About menu)
• What you tried