> For AI agents: the complete documentation index is at [llms.txt](https://saydart.com/llms.txt). A concatenated dump of public pages is at [llms-full.txt](https://saydart.com/llms-full.txt). Markdown versions of pages are available at the same path with a `.md` extension (for example `https://saydart.com/workflows/excel.md`).

Source: https://saydart.com/product/assistant/

# SayDart Assistant

Select text, or just ask. The answer streams into a card above the capsule. No extra window to manage.

## Ask with the context you choose

Select the text first and it comes along with your question automatically.

Highlight any text, press Right Alt + Space (Right Option + Space on Mac) and ask out loud. Nothing selected? Just ask. No browser tab, no copy-paste. Web search and deep thinking are built in.

## Turn a vague request into a useful question

Example: “Explain this paragraph in plain English. Keep the two dates exactly as written, then list the questions I should ask the author.”

For a draft, specify the audience, purpose and length. For an explanation, say exactly what you need clarified: each question gets its own answer card.

## An answer card above the capsule

The answer streams into a 560×360 card just above the capsule. The card shows your question and the answer; copy either with one click.

Web search and deep thinking are built in, so you don’t switch anything on. Press Esc, click ✕ or click elsewhere to close the card.

## Use dictation and the assistant for different jobs

Dictation writes your words into a text field. The assistant answers in a card above the capsule. If you asked about selected text and the selection is still in place, you can replace it with the answer; if the selection has changed, the answer stays in the card for you to copy.

## Local history, cloud answers

Each question and answer is saved on your computer and shows up in your recent history. Answers come from the cloud, so you'll need to be online.

## A voice prompt or a voice assistant?

Use voice typing in a compatible ChatGPT, Claude or coding-assistant field, or paste the result. Ask SayDart’s assistant when you want SayDart to answer. It does not connect your accounts in those other apps or submit prompts for you.

## Related

- [Dictate a prompt for another AI app](https://saydart.com/workflows/ai-prompts/)
- [Voice typing without an answer](https://saydart.com/product/voice-typing/)
- [Check shortcuts and text delivery](https://saydart.com/guides/dictation-not-working/)
- [Read the privacy policy](https://saydart.com/privacy/)
- [AI dictation app for Windows and Mac](https://saydart.com/product/ai-dictation-app/)

## FAQ

### Can I speak my question?

Yes. Press the assistant shortcut and ask out loud. If text is selected, it comes along as context.

### What is the default assistant shortcut?

Right Alt + Space on Windows and Right Option + Space on Mac. You can change it in Settings > Shortcuts, where you can also see your current shortcut.

### Can I insert the answer into my document?

If you selected text before asking and the selection is still in place, you can replace it with the answer. Otherwise the answer stays in the card: copy the part you need and paste it where you want it.