Voice Dictation for WhatsApp: Messages, Group Chats & Quick Replies
Send WhatsApp messages 4× faster on desktop. Contextli formats your voice for personal and business conversations.
WhatsApp is personal communication—quick, casual, and conversational. On desktop (WhatsApp Web or app), you have full keyboard access but typing still takes time, especially when juggling multiple conversations. Contextli lets you speak naturally and send messages that sound like you actually typed them, just faster.
Contextli Modes for WhatsApp
Each mode transforms your voice into WhatsApp-ready content with specific formatting.
Casual Message
Natural, conversational messages for friends and family
Best for: Personal conversations with friends and family
You say:
"Hey just wanted to check if we're still on for dinner tomorrow night, let me know what time works for you, I was thinking maybe 7 or 7:30"
Contextli outputs:
Hey! Still on for dinner tomorrow? I was thinking 7 or 7:30 - what works for you?
Group Update
Clear updates for group chats
Best for: Coordinating with groups
You say:
"Hey everyone quick update on the trip, I booked the Airbnb for Friday to Sunday, it's near the beach, we need 4 people to split the cost, please confirm if you're in by tomorrow"
Contextli outputs:
🏖️ Trip update! Booked the Airbnb - Friday to Sunday, near the beach. Need 4 people to split cost. Please confirm by tomorrow if you're in!
Business Reply
Professional but friendly WhatsApp Business messages
Best for: WhatsApp Business customer responses
You say:
"Thanks for reaching out, yes we have that item in stock, it's 49 dollars, I can hold it for you until tomorrow if you'd like to come pick it up"
Contextli outputs:
Hi! Thanks for reaching out. Yes, we have that in stock - $49. I can hold it for you until tomorrow. Let me know if you'd like to come pick it up!
How to Use Contextli in WhatsApp
Step-by-step workflows for common WhatsApp tasks.
Handle Multiple Conversations While Working
You're working on your laptop and have several WhatsApp messages waiting—some from family, some from friends making plans.
- 1
Open WhatsApp Web or desktop app
Navigate to the conversation
- 2
Activate Casual Message mode
Quick, conversational responses
⌘+Shift+V - 3
Speak your reply naturally
Say what you'd type
- 4
Send and move to next
Quick review, send, switch to next chat
Example Output:
Sounds good! I'll be there around 6. Need me to bring anything?
Voice to WhatsApp: Real Examples
What you say versus what Contextli produces for WhatsApp.
"Hey so I checked and the restaurant is fully booked for Saturday but they have availability on Sunday at 8, would that work for everyone, let me know so I can confirm the reservation"
Hey! Restaurant is fully booked Saturday but they have Sunday at 8. Would that work for everyone? Let me know and I'll confirm!
"Yeah that sounds perfect, see you then"
Sounds perfect, see you then!
Contextli vs Other WhatsApp Voice Solutions
Contextli vs WhatsApp Voice Messages
| Feature | Contextli | WhatsApp Voice Messages |
|---|---|---|
| Recipient experience | ✅ Read instantly | ⚠️ Must listen to audio |
| Edit before sending | ✅ Full editing | ❌ Re-record only |
| Searchable | ✅ Text is searchable | ❌ Audio not searchable |
| Quiet environments | ✅ Reading is silent | ⚠️ Needs audio playback |
Voice messages are great for tone but require recipients to listen. Contextli gives you voice speed with text convenience—instant to read and fully searchable.
Why Use Contextli for WhatsApp?
WhatsApp conversations should sound natural, not dictated. Generic voice-to-text produces overly formal messages that feel off in personal chats. Contextli keeps your messages casual and conversational—matching how you'd actually type in WhatsApp.
WhatsApp + Contextli: Common Questions
Does Contextli work with WhatsApp on mobile?
Contextli is a macOS desktop app, so it works with WhatsApp Web (web.whatsapp.com) and the WhatsApp Desktop app. For mobile, you'd use WhatsApp's native voice messages or type normally.
Can I send voice messages through Contextli?
Contextli converts voice to text. If you want to send a WhatsApp voice message (audio), use WhatsApp's native voice message feature. Contextli is for when you want text output from voice input.
How do I add emojis?
You can say emoji names ("smiley face", "thumbs up") and Contextli will include them. Or use WhatsApp's emoji picker after Contextli inserts the text. Most people find adding emojis after faster than speaking them.
WhatsApp Integration Details
descriptionSupported Formats
- checkPlain text
- checkEmojis
- checkLine breaks
lightbulbPro Tips
- Keep Casual Message mode as default for personal chats
- Use Group Update mode when sending info that needs to be clear
- For business accounts, create a slightly more professional custom mode
infoGood to Know
- arrow_rightCannot send media attachments
- arrow_rightCannot create or send voice messages
- arrow_rightStatus updates require manual posting
- arrow_rightMobile WhatsApp not supported (desktop only)
devicesPlatform Support
Works with WhatsApp Web (web.whatsapp.com) and WhatsApp Desktop app on macOS.
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