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Get started with QuipJot

From installing to your first saved word. Each part takes a minute or two.

Download for Mac

  1. Install and allow access

    1. Download the DMG, open it, and drag QuipJot to Applications.
    2. Open QuipJot and sign in with the code sent to your email.
    3. Allow Accessibility when asked, so QuipJot can read the text you select in any app.
    4. Allow Screen Recording the first time you frame text, and Microphone the first time you practise speaking.

    Tip You can check every permission later in Settings → Permissions.

  2. Translate selected text

    1. Select text in any app: a website, PDF, email, chat, or code editor.
    2. A small QuipJot icon appears beside it. Click it to open the translation right there.
    3. From the translation card, listen to it, copy it, or save it to your wordbook.

    Tip Some sandboxed apps block selection. Frame the text instead.

  3. Frame text you can't select

    1. Press Option+A+Z, then drag around text in an image, video, or app interface.
    2. QuipJot recognizes it on your Mac and shows the translation beside the original.
    3. Press Option+Q+A to extract the text only, then copy it or choose Translate.

    Tip The first time, macOS asks for Screen Recording permission. QuipJot may need to restart after you allow it.

  4. Look up a word quickly

    1. Press Option+Space anywhere to open the lookup box.
    2. Type a word or sentence; the translation appears as you type.
    3. Press Option+` to hide or bring back the last translation card.

    Tip Change these shortcuts in Settings → Shortcuts.

  5. Practise speaking

    1. Press Option+Shift+Space, or open Speaking practice in the sidebar.
    2. Start a call and talk with the coach. A call lasts up to 25 minutes.
    3. After the call, reread the whole conversation in your history.

    Tip Speaking practice needs a plan with the speaking coach.

  6. Save and review words

    1. Click Save on the toolbar or the translation card.
    2. QuipJot sorts what you save into words, sentences, and articles, and adds an AI word entry to single words.
    3. Search your library from the main window. Reviewing on your phone arrives with the mobile app.

  7. Plans, usage, and settings

    1. Choose a plan on the pricing page. You can upgrade at any time during a paid period.
    2. Your plan, usage, and orders are on your account page.
    3. In the app, Settings covers language, appearance, shortcuts, permissions, and opening at login.