What's New
Modifier-Only Global Shortcuts
- Support for modifier-key-only shortcuts (e.g., double-tap ⌃⌘) alongside traditional key combinations
- Polling-based detection at 50Hz for reliable global modifier tracking
- Tap-to-toggle and hold-to-record modes both supported
- New shortcut recorder UI that accepts either key combos or modifier-only taps
Instant Recording (Microphone Warm-Up)
- New "Keep microphone ready" option in Settings > Shortcuts
- Pre-initializes audio hardware via
prepareToRecord()for near-instant recording start - Eliminates the 50-200ms cold-start delay when triggering recording
- Privacy-respecting: no audio is captured while idle — only hardware buffers are pre-allocated
- Automatically re-warms after each recording and on microphone device changes
- Opt-in toggle, disabled by default
Dark Mode Recording Button Redesign
- Dark frosted glass background that blends naturally with the dark window
- Deep wine-red idle state with brighter mic icon for better contrast
- Enhanced amplitude ring glow and halo opacity for dark backgrounds
- Subtle gradient edge stroke replaces invisible drop shadows
- Rich forest-green "copied" state adapted for dark mode
Download
Download the DMG below and drag OpenSuperWhisper to your Applications folder.