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The latest features, improvements, and fixes in FlowDictate.

v1.1.73

macOS
  • ImprovedUp to 3× faster dictation with upgraded speech recognition.
  • NewOrganize Custom Words into sections that sync across your Macs.
  • ImprovedBetter custom vocabulary support for names and specialized terms.
  • ImprovedSmoother punctuation and more reliable customization syncing.

v1.1.72

macOS
  • ImprovedDictation now ends instantly the moment you release after holding to talk — no more brief pause before your text appears.
  • ImprovedFaster paste once you finish speaking, so your words land in the app sooner.
  • ImprovedQuicker, more reliable first dictation after the app has been idle.

v1.1.71

macOS
  • ImprovedFixed an issue where dictation could stop immediately with an "Audio route changed" message on some Macs.

v1.1.70

macOS
  • ImprovedNumbers, dates, and prices now appear as digits automatically (e.g. "3 meetings on June 5, $1,250").
  • ImprovedLong dictations now break into paragraphs automatically.
  • ImprovedMore reliable when your microphone or audio device changes mid-dictation, stopping gracefully instead of capturing silence.
  • ImprovedFaster first dictation after the app has been idle, and quicker recovery from speech recognition hiccups.
  • ImprovedVarious stability fixes: fewer crashes and fewer dropped or cut-off dictations.

v1.0.10

Windows
  • ImprovedYour clipboard is now preserved across dictations — whatever you had copied before triggering Flow Dictate is restored after the paste.
  • NewSmarter dictation start: the HUD shows a brief 'preparing' indicator while the mic initializes, then expands to the full dictating state only once audio is actually flowing.
  • ImprovedFaster cold start — the audio engine now warms up at app launch so your first dictation feels snappier.
  • ImprovedCleaned up a false-alarm log entry that was reporting paste failures when paste was succeeding.

v1.0.9

Windows
  • ImprovedDictation no longer silently fails when another app (like Microsoft Teams) changes your default audio device mid-session — Flow Dictate now pins the system default capture device on every recording.
  • NewPick a specific microphone in Settings → Input Device instead of always tracking the system default.
  • ImprovedWhen no speech is detected, the HUD now briefly shows a "No speech detected" message instead of disappearing silently.
  • ImprovedIn-app "Check for Updates" was silently broken in earlier versions. Future updates will install automatically again — existing users will need to install this one manually one time.

v1.0.8

Windows
  • ImprovedInternal diagnostics to help us track down a rare silent-dictation issue some users have reported. No behavior changes in this release.

v1.0.7

Windows
  • ImprovedInstaller no longer shows a scary "ERROR: process not found" message when no existing Flow Dictate is running.
  • ImprovedSmoother progress bar during install.
  • ImprovedInstaller internals hardened against antivirus false positives — uninstaller is now code-signed alongside the main app.

v1.0.6

Windows
  • NewNo-microphone warning during onboarding setup so you know to plug one in.
  • ImprovedClearer "dictate to continue" hint on the playground step of onboarding.
  • ImprovedSharper tray icon at high-DPI displays.
  • ImprovedStartup no longer hangs waiting for sign-in restore when the network is slow (5-second timeout).
  • ImprovedExisting Pro users no longer briefly see 'Membership Required' on first dashboard load.
  • ImprovedHistory storage and logging stability improvements.

v1.0.5

Windows
  • ImprovedRemoved the stray console window that appeared alongside Flow Dictate at launch.

v1.0.4

Windows
  • ImprovedMicrophone access errors now show clear instructions for enabling access in Windows Settings.
  • ImprovedSign-in can now be cancelled if you close the browser tab mid-flow.
  • ImprovedWindows Firewall blocking the sign-in callback now shows a troubleshooting dialog instead of hanging.
  • ImprovedNew accounts no longer get stuck on 'Membership Required' due to a webhook timing race.

v1.0.3

Windows
  • ImprovedFixed a crash that prevented Flow Dictate from launching on new installs (missing configuration error).

v1.0.2

Windows
  • ImprovedInstaller is now code-signed — Windows no longer warns about an unknown publisher.
  • ImprovedSmoother download and install experience for new users.

v1.0.1

Windows
  • NewWindows 10 support — FlowDictate now installs and runs on Windows 10 alongside Windows 11.
  • ImprovedStability polish and packaging improvements under the hood.

v1.1.69

macOS
  • NewMajor upgrade to FlowDictate's speech engine — sharper recognition, especially on custom words you've added.
  • ImprovedPunctuation and capitalization now happen natively in the speech engine, so Smart Format feels snappier.
  • ImprovedSmart Format toggle now behaves consistently across the board.
  • ImprovedGeneral reliability and stability improvements.

v1.1.68

macOS
  • FixResolved an issue where dictation and Magic Edit could trigger simultaneously on certain keyboards
  • ImprovedBetter keyboard compatibility for Magic Edit on new installs

v1.1.67

macOS
  • FixDictation results are no longer occasionally dropped after cancelling a previous session
  • ImprovedGeneral reliability and stability improvements

v1.1.66

macOS
  • FixImproved Magic Edit reliability
  • ImprovedGeneral stability and performance improvements

v1.1.65

macOS
  • FixDictation now pastes correctly in VS Code, Slack, Discord, and other Electron-based apps
  • ImprovedBug fixes and stability improvements

v1.1.64

macOS
  • FixResolved an issue that could cause the app to stop responding after extended use
  • ImprovedMore reliable session recovery and authentication handling

v1.1.63

macOS
  • ImprovedFaster dictation processing — text appears quicker after you stop speaking
  • ImprovedShorter dictations now feel near-instant

v1.1.62

macOS
  • FixCustom words and app instructions no longer disappear after restarting the app
  • ImprovedCloud sync now safely preserves your saved customizations across devices

v1.1.61

macOS
  • ImprovedDictation is now significantly faster — audio uploads are ~50% quicker
  • ImprovedHUD responds instantly when you press your trigger key
  • FixDictation no longer silently stops working after audio device changes

v1.1.60

macOS
  • ImprovedEnhanced performance diagnostics for faster dictation

v1.1.59

macOS
  • NewSmart typing nudges gently remind you to dictate when you've been typing heavily
  • NewEmail notifications for feedback submissions with image compression
  • ImprovedPerformance and responsiveness during extended use sessions
  • FixOnboarding screens no longer cut off on smaller windows

v1.1.58

macOS
  • NewHands-Free Dictation — double-tap your trigger key to lock dictation on, freeing your hands. Tap again to stop.
  • NewAuto-stop timer (1-10 minutes) keeps you in control during hands-free sessions
  • NewAnimated HUD border and distinct sound so you always know when hands-free mode is active
  • ImprovedSession expiry is now detected automatically with a clear re-authentication prompt
  • FixRare issue where dictation could start twice from a single key press
  • FixOther bug fixes and stability improvements

v1.1.57

macOS
  • FixFixed an issue where trial users could be incorrectly locked out of dictation

v1.1.56

macOS
  • ImprovedBetter error reporting for faster issue resolution
  • ImprovedStability and reliability improvements across the app

v1.1.55

macOS
  • NewReset & Repair tool in Settings to diagnose and fix permission, accessibility, and audio issues
  • NewDuplicate app detection warns when multiple copies of FlowDictate cause permission conflicts
  • ImprovedSmarter accessibility permission recovery handles macOS startup race conditions
  • ImprovedSettings page is now scrollable for smaller screens
  • FixHotkey state no longer gets stuck after sleep/wake cycles
  • FixHotkey rebinding no longer leaks event monitors on navigation

v1.1.54

macOS
  • FixBug fixes and stability improvements
  • ImprovedRefined dashboard visuals with a softer, modern surface treatment

v1.1.53

macOS
  • NewCustomizations — add custom words for accurate spelling and set per-app formatting instructions, synced across devices
  • NewMicrophone picker — choose your input device from Settings or the menu bar, with live Bluetooth detection
  • ImprovedRebuilt audio engine — eliminates speaker volume ducking and fixes AirPods/Bluetooth reliability
  • ImprovedSmartFormat no longer executes dictated instructions as commands
  • ImprovedBetter dictation feel with trailing space after paste and cleaner short-text handling
  • FixResolved AirPods audio format crash when switching devices

v1.1.52

macOS
  • NewSearch and filter your dictation history by keyword, date range, and app
  • NewHover over the activity chart to see exact word counts for any time period
  • NewWhat's New link in the sidebar to stay up to date with releases
  • ImprovedActivity chart shows hourly detail in 24H mode
  • ImprovedApp colors are now consistent across dashboard and history
  • ImprovedUpgraded calendar date picker for smoother date range selection
  • ImprovedPolished UI with refined backgrounds and card styling

v1.1.51

macOS
  • NewActivity dashboard with dictation charts to track your usage over time
  • NewTime saved metric shows how much faster you are by dictating
  • NewApp usage breakdown shows which apps you dictate into most
  • ImprovedSession history now tracks which app each dictation was used in

v1.1.50

macOS
  • FixMagic Edit now pastes correctly instead of sometimes using old clipboard contents

v1.1.49

macOS
  • ImprovedMagic Edit now works reliably with external keyboards
  • NewUpdate notification banner in the sidebar when new versions are available
  • ImprovedReorganized sidebar layout for a more intuitive navigation flow

v1.1.48

macOS
  • ImprovedDictation results now appear up to 50% faster
  • ImprovedFirst dictation after launching the app is now instant
  • ImprovedDictation stays fast after waking your Mac from sleep

v1.1.47

macOS
  • ImprovedUpgraded Magic Edit AI for faster, more accurate text transformations
  • FixBug fixes and stability improvements