We’ve all been talking about ChatGPT lately, haven’t we? It’s the golden child of AI, helping you draft your resume, code a program, compete in a chess match, and maybe even spin some tracks as a DJ if that’s what you fancy. The real magic of ChatGPT lies in the power of the prompts – those little nudges we give the AI to steer it towards the output we desire. Sure, crafting the perfect prompt can be a chore, and revising it to get it just right might consume more of your time than you’d like. But what if I told you there’s a way to breeze through all that? Yes, the secret is to use your voice. Let me tell you how to command ChatGPT without typing a word.
Speaking to ChatGPT: Is It Possible Yet?
Well, here’s the thing. OpenAI and Microsoft haven’t introduced voice commands to ChatGPT yet, so it’s still fundamentally a text-based AI model. You can’t just start ordering ChatGPT around using your voice…not directly, at least. But don’t let that discourage you. We’ve got a couple of clever workarounds that will let you put your vocal cords to good use.
First off, you can use speech recognition software to convert your spoken words into text, which then gets fed into ChatGPT. It’s a great way to avoid typing out those lengthy prompts and instead, let your voice do the talking.
Then we have some unofficial modifications that go a step further. These not only let you use your voice as an input method, but also enable ChatGPT to verbally deliver the results back to you. It’s like having a conversation with your very own AI assistant.
How to Make ChatGPT Listen
Alright, let’s get down to the specifics. How can you use your voice to command ChatGPT?
Speaking into Text
One way is to use speech-to-text software, available on most platforms, to transform your spoken words into written text. Whether you’re using Android, iPhone, Mac, or Windows, there are convenient solutions available.
On Android, you can use Google Assistant’s voice typing feature with Gboard, or go for the Voice to Text function. iPhone users can activate Dictation to convert speech into text anywhere they can type. To start dictating, just tap the Dictate key on your onscreen keyboard and start speaking. When you’re done, tap the Stop Dictation button.
Mac users can also use Dictation. To enable it, go to Apple menu > System Settings > Keyboard > Dictation. You can even set up a shortcut for starting and ending dictation.
For those on Windows 11, Microsoft Speech Services is the tool to use. Just navigate to a text box and press the Windows logo key + H on your keyboard. If you’re using the touch keyboard, press the microphone key next to the spacebar.
Engaging with ChatGPT Directly
If you’re looking for an even more seamless experience, the Voice Control for ChatGPT extension could be your ticket. This handy Chrome extension lets you speak directly into the text field, with the AI’s response read back to you, facilitating an engaging conversational experience with the AI.
Setting it up is a breeze. First, install the Voice Control for ChatGPT extension on Chrome or Microsoft Edge. Head over to ChatGPT and you’ll find a large microphone icon at the bottom of the screen. To start speaking, press and hold the spacebar. Release the spacebar when you’re done talking and your prompt will be submitted.
Once ChatGPT churns out the results, the voice assistant from the extension will read back the entire result to you. It’s pretty much like having a chat with your AI assistant. And if you need help coming up with descriptive prompts, you might find the best ChatGPT prompts handy for your school or business needs.
What About a Voice Version of ChatGPT?
Now, you might be wondering if there’s a dedicated voice version of ChatGPT in the pipeline. Unfortunately, I don’t have a definitive answer for you. OpenAI and Microsoft have remained tight-lipped about whether they’re planning to launch a voice version of ChatGPT in the future. But who knows? We might just be surprised one day.
