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This is an AI ENHANCEMENT provider. It improves transcribed text with grammar correction and formatting. For speech-to-text transcription, see Transcription Providers.

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Overview

OpenAI provides access to GPT-4o and other powerful language models for text enhancement. These models offer top-tier quality for grammar correction, formatting, and tone adjustment. Key Benefits:
  • GPT-4o for highest quality enhancement
  • Consistent, reliable results
  • Great for professional writing
  • Works on any Mac

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Setup Instructions

1

Create OpenAI Account

Visit platform.openai.com and sign up or log in
2

Add Payment Method

Go to Settings → Billing → Add a payment method
OpenAI requires a payment method for API access.
3

Generate API Key

Go to API Keys → Create new secret key → Copy the key immediately
API keys are shown only once. Store it securely before continuing.
4

Add to Stenox

Open Stenox Settings → Providers tab → OpenAI → Paste your API key
5

Select as AI Enhancement Provider

In your Profile settings, set AI Enhancement Provider to OpenAI

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Models

Stenox uses GPT-4o for AI enhancement:
ModelQualitySpeedBest For
GPT-4oExcellentFastProfessional writing, complex edits
GPT-4o offers the best balance of quality and speed for text enhancement.

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Pricing

OpenAI API is pay-per-use. For typical dictation enhancement:
UsageApproximate Cost
Light (10 enhancements/day)~$0.01-0.02/day
Moderate (50 enhancements/day)~$0.05-0.10/day
Heavy (100+ enhancements/day)~$0.10-0.20/day
For free AI enhancement, consider Google Gemini (1,500 free/day) or Groq (generous free tier).

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What OpenAI Enhancement Does

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Grammar & Punctuation

  • Fixes grammatical errors
  • Adds proper punctuation
  • Corrects tense and agreement

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Professional Formatting

  • Proper capitalization
  • Number and date formatting
  • Structure and flow improvements

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Tone Adjustment

  • Configure via custom prompts in Profile settings
  • Professional, casual, formal, or custom tones

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When to Use OpenAI

Best Quality

When you need the highest quality text enhancement

Professional Writing

For important emails, documents, and presentations

Complex Edits

When text needs significant restructuring or improvement

OpenAI Ecosystem

Already using OpenAI for other services

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When to Consider Alternatives

  • Budget-conscious: Google Gemini or Groq offer free tiers
  • Maximum privacy: MLX runs locally on your Mac
  • Maximum speed: Groq offers sub-second responses

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Troubleshooting

  • Verify you copied the complete key
  • Check the key is active in OpenAI dashboard
  • Ensure billing is set up
  • OpenAI has usage limits based on account tier
  • Wait a few minutes or upgrade your account
  • Consider using Gemini or Groq as fallback
  • Adjust custom prompt in Profile settings
  • Try being more specific about desired output
  • Check that the right model is selected

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Next Steps

OpenAI Transcription

Use OpenAI Whisper for transcription too.

Custom Prompts

Customize how OpenAI enhances your text.

Create Profiles

Set up OpenAI for specific use cases.