CapsWriter-Offline
Hold CapsLock to speak and type completely offline.
Free alternative to Dragon NaturallySpeaking · Otter.ai
Screenshot from the project’s own README · tap to enlarge
CapsWriter-Offline is an offline speech-to-text tool for Windows. Hold down CapsLock or a mouse button to dictate, and text appears instantly on your screen when released. It also supports converting audio or video files into subtitles and text.
✓ Good for
Windows users who want fast, private, offline voice typing.✕ Skip it if
Mac or Linux users, as it currently supports Windows only.How to start
- Download the app release and the offline voice model package.
- Extract the model files into the models folder.
- Run the server and client, then hold CapsLock to talk.
Only runs reliably on Windows 10/11 (64-bit) and requires installing VC++ runtime.
Not sure how to install, or if it’s safe? Read the beginner guide
FAQ
Is CapsWriter-Offline free?
Yes, CapsWriter-Offline is completely free and open source under the MIT license, requiring no API keys or paid subscriptions.
Is CapsWriter-Offline safe to download?
It is open source (MIT license) with 7,117 GitHub stars, last updated 2026-09-14. Download only from the official link on this page, and scan the file before installing: see the safety checklist in our beginner guide.
Does CapsWriter-Offline work offline?
Yes, all speech recognition runs entirely on your local machine using downloaded offline models, ensuring fast typing and total privacy without an internet connection.
Compiled from the project README. 7,117 GitHub stars (2026-11-13) · License MIT · Last update 2026-09-14