How to Convert Text to Audio on a Mac Using Built-In Text to Speech
Learn how to easily convert text to audio on a Mac with the built-in Text to Speech feature for hands-free listening.
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To convert text to audio on a Mac, use the built-in Text to Speech feature. First, enable it by going to System Preferences > Accessibility > Speech. Here, choose a voice and adjust the speaking rate as desired. Then, highlight the text you want to convert in any application, right-click, and select Speech > Start Speaking. Alternatively, for a quick access, set up a keyboard shortcut in the Speech settings. This feature is great for listening to documents, emails, or any text content without the need for additional software.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I change the voice used for text to speech on a Mac? Yes, in System Preferences under Accessibility > Speech, you can select from different voices and adjust the speaking rate to suit your preferences.
- Is it possible to create a keyboard shortcut for text to speech on a Mac? Yes, the Speech settings allow you to set up a custom keyboard shortcut to quickly start and stop text-to-speech functionality.
- Which applications support Mac’s text to speech feature? Most applications where you can highlight text, such as Pages, Mail, Safari, and TextEdit, support the built-in text to speech feature.