LibreAI / Audio / DictateKeyboard
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DictateKeyboard

Capable AI keyboard for reliable speech transcription.

💎 Hidden gem★ 297 stars⑂ 105 forksApache-2.0updated 2026-10
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// project facts

Project facts

DictateKeyboard is an open-source audio project by DevEmperor (DevEmperor/DictateKeyboard on GitHub). It has 297 GitHub stars and 105 forks, is released under the Apache-2.0 license, and was last updated on GitHub on 1 October 2026.

GitHub stars
297
Forks
105
License
Apache-2.0
Last updated on GitHub
1 October 2026
Category
Audio
Listing
Hidden gem — a shorter page for a lesser-known project
Official site
Official site
// how it works

How it works

  1. Check for updates

    Pull the latest changes to stay current with fixes.

  2. Follow the quickstart

    The README documents setup; start with the install section.

  3. Make it yours

    Change the config to match your workflow, then run it daily.

  4. Pick your use case

    Decide what you want DictateKeyboard to do first — capable AI keyboard for reliable speech transcription.

// features

Why people love it

Android

Working android support built in.

Claude integration

Works with Anthropic Claude models.

Dictation support

Type by speaking anywhere.

Gpt

Working gpt support built in.

Kotlin codebase

Modern JVM language.

Apache 2.0 license

Commercial use allowed with attribution.

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// run it

Run it yourself

  1. Step 1 — Clone the repo

    Download the source and move into the project folder.

    git clone https://github.com/DevEmperor/DictateKeyboard.git
    cd dictatekeyboard
  2. Step 2 — Build

    Build with Gradle.

    ./gradlew build
  3. Step 3 — Run it

    Launch the packaged app.

    java -jar build/libs/app.jar  # jar name may vary
// use cases

What you can build

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// faq

Questions, answered

Is DictateKeyboard free to use?

Yes. It is Apache-2.0 licensed, so you can use it freely, including commercially, with attribution.

Do I need an account to use DictateKeyboard?

No. It is a self-run project — clone it and run it on your own machine. Some features may optionally call external APIs; check the README.

Can I run DictateKeyboard on my own hardware?

Yes, that is the point. The code is public, so you can run, modify, and host it yourself.

How is DictateKeyboard licensed?

It is released under Apache-2.0. Read the LICENSE file in the repo for the exact terms.

Can I use it for a client project?

Yes. It is Apache-2.0 licensed, so you can use it freely, including commercially, with attribution.

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