There are many different AI models that have emerged in recent years & many now feature software allowing query submissions via voice input. We need to make it easier to access such functionality & auto-disallow access.
I propose we re-map and/or replace the "CAPSLOCK" key with an "Mic" key.
Near-term, we can use simple hotkey software. Long-term, open-source desktop software with a GUI can be written. I'll add scripts I write to this project & will link to software I write (or software written by others) that provides similar functionality. Collaboration welcome!
I propose the software provide the following features, by default:
* Double-Press & hold the "Mic" key to un-mute your microphone & allow the AI access to your audio. Release the key when you're done with your query.
* Single-Press & hold the "Mic" key to un-mute your microphone. Release the key when you're done talking (e.g. during a
Files
Mickey.ahk
Windows AutoHotKey script to run VS Code if CapsLock key is double-pressed. Default CapsLock behavior is remapped to Alt+CapsLock. Open in Notepad for more details.
My initial research during creation of an AutoHotKey script let me to this post. Software mentioned in the post allows a fair amount of control of microphone functionality. This software could have features added to auto-launch apps in the background based on mic state & recent keystrokes. Good options!