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Overview

Voice Mode listening Voice Mode lets you talk to Onyx instead of typing. Speak your question and hear the answer read back.

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Requirements

Voice Mode is available in all editions, but an admin must set it up first. An admin connects a speech-to-text and a text-to-speech provider at Admin Panel → Voice. Onyx supports OpenAI, ElevenLabs, and Azure as voice providers. Until an admin finishes setup, the microphone button in the input bar shows Voice not configured.

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Speech-to-Text

To talk to Onyx, click the microphone button in the input bar. Onyx listens and transcribes your speech in real time. Click the microphone button again to stop.

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Text-to-Speech

Voice Mode speaking After you send a message, Onyx writes the answer and can read it back as audio. The full text stays visible during playback. Read Aloud button If Auto-Playback is off, click Read aloud under a response to hear it.

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User Settings

Set your voice preferences under Settings → Voice: Voice Mode Settings
  • Auto-Send on Pause: When on, Onyx sends your message when you pause speaking. When off, Onyx keeps listening until you click the microphone button to stop.
  • Auto-Playback: When on, Onyx reads each response aloud as soon as it finishes, then starts listening again for a hands-free conversation. When off, Onyx shows the response as text and you play it manually.
  • Playback Speed: Make spoken responses slower or faster.
For setup details, see the admin configuration guide.