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Download Stenox

1

Download the app

Visit stenox.app/download and download the latest version.
2

Open the DMG file

Locate the downloaded DMG file in your Downloads folder and double-click to open it.
3

Drag to Applications

Drag the Stenox app icon to your Applications folder.
4

Launch Stenox

Open Stenox from your Applications folder or Launchpad.

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Required Permissions

Stenox requires two system permissions to function properly.

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Microphone Access

Stenox needs microphone access to capture your voice. You’ll be prompted automatically on first launch:
  1. Click OK when the microphone permission dialog appears
  2. If you accidentally deny access, go to System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone
  3. Enable the toggle next to Stenox

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Accessibility Access

Stenox uses Accessibility API to insert text at your cursor position.
1

Open System Settings

The Stenox onboarding wizard will guide you to System Settings.
2

Navigate to Accessibility

Go to Privacy & Security → Accessibility in System Settings.
3

Click the lock to make changes

Click the lock icon at the bottom left and authenticate with Touch ID or password.
4

Enable Stenox

Find Stenox in the list and toggle it on. If Stenox isn’t listed, click the + button to add it.
5

Return to Stenox

Go back to Stenox and continue through the onboarding wizard.
Without Accessibility permission, Stenox cannot insert text into other applications. This permission is essential for core functionality.

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Initial Configuration

After granting permissions, you’ll complete the onboarding wizard:
  1. Welcome Screen - Overview of Stenox features
  2. Permission Setup - Grant microphone and accessibility access
  3. Completion - Learn about the default hotkey (Option+Space)

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What’s Next?

Quick Start

Configure your first provider and learn the basics.

Your First Dictation

Step-by-step guide to your first voice dictation.

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Troubleshooting

  • Make sure Stenox is running (check Activity Monitor)
  • Restart Stenox
Stenox in the macOS menu bar
Look for the Stenox icon in your menu bar (top-right of your screen, near the clock). Click it to access the app.
If the permission prompts don’t appear automatically:
  1. Open System Settings → Privacy & Security → Accessibility
  2. Click the lock icon to make changes
  3. If Stenox is in the list, remove it by selecting it and clicking the − button
  4. Click the + button and add Stenox from your Applications folder
  5. Ensure the toggle next to Stenox is enabled
Repeat for Privacy & Security → Microphone if needed.
Enable Stenox in Accessibility settings
  • Ensure you’re running macOS 13.0 or later
  • Try switching to a different transcription or AI provider in Settings
  • If the issue persists, send us feedback directly from the app (see below)
Contacting support is easy! If the issue isn’t with recording itself, go to Settings → About → Send Feedback. Simply record your feedback with your voice, and it will be transcribed and sent to us automatically. You can also use the feedback hotkey (Right ⌘ + Right ⌥) from anywhere.
Need more help? Visit our Troubleshooting guide or email [email protected]