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Capture your thoughts instantly with Cleft’s voice recording feature. Tap record, see your words—minimal loading time thanks to our optimized Whisper model.

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Starting a Recording

  1. Tap the microphone icon to begin recording
  2. Speak clearly into your device microphone
  3. Continue speaking - Cleft will capture everything
Position your device’s microphone toward your mouth for best audio quality

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During Recording

  • See live transcription as you speak (v1.10+)
  • Pause recording by tapping the pause button
  • Resume recording by tapping the microphone again
  • Monitor recording time in the interface

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Stopping a Recording

  1. Tap the stop button when finished
  2. Choose your save options:
    • Save as audio only
    • Save as text only
    • Save as both audio and text

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Audio Devices

Cleft works seamlessly with your audio devices—switch between them anytime, even mid-recording.

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Switch Devices Mid-Recording

Need to swap from AirPods to your built-in mic? Just switch. Cleft handles the transition without losing your recording.
  • AirPods / AirPods Pro — Automatic detection when connected
  • Bluetooth headsets — Full support for calls and recording
  • Built-in microphone — Always available as fallback
  • Wired headphones — Detected when plugged in
Your preferred audio device “just works”—Cleft remembers your last choice and uses it automatically.

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Other Apps Can Use Audio

FaceTime, Spotify, and other apps work while Cleft is open. You can:
  • Listen to music while reviewing notes
  • Take a call without closing Cleft
  • Use other audio apps alongside recording
When you start a recording, Cleft will pause other audio temporarily, then resume it when you’re done.

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Recording Tips

  • Speak at a moderate pace for better transcription
  • Use quiet environments for clearer audio
  • Pause between topics to create natural breaks
  • Speak directly toward the microphone for best results
Recordings are processed immediately and stored securely on your device