Speech to text for Cursor IDE
Free voice dictation in Cursor's chat, Composer, and Cmd+K or Ctrl+K on macOS, Windows, and Linux. HTTP MCP voice loops are available only in Spokenly's macOS sideload build.
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Download SpokenlyHow Spokenly works with Cursor
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Download Spokenly free
Install from spokenly.app/download. Spokenly is a separate desktop app, not a Cursor extension.
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Open Cursor and pick a chat or agent panel
Spokenly works in Cursor's chat, Composer, and Agent panels. Anywhere you can type, you can dictate.
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Press your shortcut and speak
Press Right Command on macOS or Ctrl+Space on Windows and Linux. Spokenly transcribes in real time and types the text into Cursor.
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Optional on macOS: connect MCP
Install Spokenly's macOS sideload build, then open Cursor Settings → MCP → Add new MCP server. Set type to 'http' and URL to http://localhost:51089/mcp, then restart Cursor.
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Use voice for code descriptions
Describing logic, refactors, and edge cases by voice is faster than typing. Cursor handles the code, you handle the intent.
Why Spokenly for Cursor
Cursor-aware voice loops on macOS
With the macOS sideload build and MCP enabled, Cursor Agent can call Spokenly when it needs input.
State-of-the-art accuracy on code
Spokenly's transcription handles function names, library names, and shell commands well. Custom word replacements catch the rest.
Local audio, your code never leaks
Spokenly's local mode keeps audio on your device. Nothing goes to a third-party transcription service. Only the typed text reaches Cursor.
Common use cases
Describing refactors to Cursor Agent
Long refactor instructions are easier to speak than type. Spokenly transcribes 200-word descriptions in 30 seconds.
Voice-first feature specs
Dictate the spec, Cursor implements. Voice is faster for back-and-forth iteration than typing.
Composer prompts
Cursor's Composer accepts long, multi-file prompts. Voice dictation is far less tedious than typing them.
Pair programming alone
Talk through your logic out loud. Spokenly captures it as a comment or commit message draft.
Inline edits with Cmd+K or Ctrl+K
Cursor's inline-edit command accepts natural-language transforms. Voice describing 'extract this into a hook' is faster than typing it.
Multilingual coding sessions
Spokenly supports 100+ languages.speak Spanish, German, Japanese into Cursor's chat without changing keyboard layouts. Useful for international teams or non-English commit messages.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does MCP integration work in Cursor?
Spokenly's macOS sideload build runs a local HTTP MCP server on localhost:51089. Add it to Cursor's MCP settings and Cursor Agent can request voice input. This MCP integration is not available in the Windows, Linux, iOS, or Mac App Store builds.
Do I need MCP to use voice in Cursor?
No. Spokenly's dictation works in any text field including Cursor's chat and Composer. MCP is only needed if you want the agent to call Spokenly autonomously.
Will Spokenly handle programming terms?
Mostly yes. Function names, library names, common acronyms work well. For terms it consistently mishears (your codebase-specific names), Spokenly's word replacements fix them automatically.
Is this free for Cursor users?
Yes. Spokenly's local mode is completely free. Pro is optional and BYOK is also free. See spokenly.app/pricing.students get 50% off at spokenly.app/students.
Does Cursor have its own built-in voice mode?
Cursor has no native voice dictation as of 2026. macOS users can use Apple Dictation in Cursor, but Spokenly is built for technical content like function names and shell commands.
What is the Spokenly MCP server URL?
In Spokenly's macOS sideload build, the HTTP MCP server runs at http://localhost:51089/mcp. Add it to Cursor Settings → MCP and restart Cursor.
Does this work with project-level .cursor/mcp.json?
Yes, on macOS with Spokenly's sideload build. Add the MCP config to a project's .cursor/mcp.json for that workspace, or use Cursor Settings for all projects.
Can I dictate Bugbot review comments by voice?
Yes. Cursor Bugbot's review comments use standard text input, so Spokenly's dictation works there. Useful for explaining context or proposing fixes inline without typing.
Does Spokenly work on Windows or Linux Cursor?
Spokenly for Windows is generally available at spokenly.app/windows, so it works with Cursor on Windows. Spokenly for Linux is available at spokenly.app/linux, so Cursor on Linux works too. See spokenly.app/dictation-for-mac for the Mac feature list.
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