Settings Guide
Settings Guide
Section titled “Settings Guide”In the Settings interface, you can customize Owlfy’s features and behaviors to match your workflow.
Enter Settings
Section titled “Enter Settings”Click the ⚙ Settings icon at the bottom of the left menu to enter the settings interface.
General
Section titled “General”Run on System Startup
Section titled “Run on System Startup”- Option: On/Off
- Description: Automatically start Owlfy when your computer boots
- Recommendation: On — ensures Owlfy is always available
Mouse Wheel as Voice Key
Section titled “Mouse Wheel as Voice Key”- Option: On/Off
- Description: Use the mouse middle button as the voice shortcut
- Click wheel → Voice Input
- Hold wheel → Task execution
- Recommendation: On — convenient when hands are on the mouse
Keyboard Voice Key
Section titled “Keyboard Voice Key”Customize which keyboard key triggers Owlfy:
- Windows Default:
Right Alt - macOS Default:
Fn
How to change:
- Click the keyboard voice key input box
- Press the key you want to set
- Auto-saved
Text Command Bar Shortcut
Section titled “Text Command Bar Shortcut”Set the shortcut to open the text command bar for silent typing:
- Default:
Option + Space(macOS) /Ctrl + Space(Windows) - Use case: When speaking is inconvenient
How to change:
- Click the shortcut input box
- Press your desired key combination
- Auto-saved
Screenshot Shortcut
Section titled “Screenshot Shortcut”Set the shortcut to launch the screenshot tool:
- macOS Default:
Shift + Control + A - Windows Default:
Shift + Ctrl + A
Interface Language
Section titled “Interface Language”- Options: English / 简体中文
- Description: Switch the software display language
Appearance Theme
Section titled “Appearance Theme”| Theme | Description |
|---|---|
| ☀️ Light | Light theme for bright environments |
| 🌙 Dark | Dark theme for night use |
| 🖥️ System | Follow system theme automatically |
System Permissions
Section titled “System Permissions”View and manage system permissions required for Owlfy to function:
| Permission | Purpose | Required |
|---|---|---|
| 🔵 Accessibility | Simulate keyboard/mouse, control system functions | Yes |
| 🟢 Screen Recording | Recognize screen content, contextual AI processing | Yes |
| 🟢 Full Disk Access | Access and process files | Yes |
| 🎤 Microphone | Voice input and recording | Yes |
macOS Users: If a permission icon is gray, click it to re-grant the permission in System Settings.
Clipboard
Section titled “Clipboard”Clipboard Shortcut
Section titled “Clipboard Shortcut”- Description: Set the shortcut to open the clipboard history window
- Use case: Quickly access previously copied content
History Record Count
Section titled “History Record Count”- Description: View the current number of clipboard history entries that can be saved
- Note: The available count may vary by version
AI Assistant
Section titled “AI Assistant”AI Assistant Sandbox Mode
Section titled “AI Assistant Sandbox Mode”Determines the scope of operations AI Assistant can perform on your computer:
- Higher permission → More capabilities, but higher risk
- Lower permission → Safer, but more limited
Recommendation: Start with restricted mode and expand as needed.
AI Assistant Workspace Directory
Section titled “AI Assistant Workspace Directory”In restricted workspace mode, AI Assistant can only read and write files within the folder you specify.
How to set:
- Select the folder you want AI to access
- AI will be confined to this directory for file operations
AI Assistant Approval Policy
Section titled “AI Assistant Approval Policy”Determines whether AI asks for confirmation before high-risk or restricted operations:
- Always confirm: AI asks before every sensitive action
- Threshold-based: Confirm only when stamina cost exceeds a set value
- Never confirm: AI executes freely (not recommended)
Confirm Before AI Assistant Tasks
Section titled “Confirm Before AI Assistant Tasks”When enabled, tasks sent to AI Assistant via voice or text require your confirmation before execution. This prevents accidental stamina consumption.
Voice Input
Section titled “Voice Input”Microphone
Section titled “Microphone”- Description: Select your current recording device
- Test: Built-in microphone test to check audio levels
- Tip: Choose a quiet environment for best recognition accuracy
Mute System During Recording
Section titled “Mute System During Recording”- Option: On/Off
- Description: Automatically mute system sound during voice input, restoring it afterward
- Benefit: Prevents background audio from interfering with recognition
Voice Bar Sound Effects
Section titled “Voice Bar Sound Effects”- Option: On/Off
- Description: Play sounds when the voice bar appears and disappears
- Benefit: Clear auditory feedback on recording state
Account
Section titled “Account”See Account Management for detailed information about login, membership, devices, and redemption codes.
Quick links from Settings:
- Login/Logout — Manage account status
- Membership Info — View plan and expiration
- My Devices — See connected devices
- Redemption Code — Redeem points or benefits
Current Version
Section titled “Current Version”View the version number of your current Owlfy installation.
Check for Updates
Section titled “Check for Updates”Manually check whether a new version is available.
Install Update
Section titled “Install Update”When a new version has been downloaded, install it directly from here.
Official Homepage / Social Media
Section titled “Official Homepage / Social Media”Links to the official website and social media accounts for the latest news, tutorials, and help.
Related Documentation
Section titled “Related Documentation”- Account Management — Detailed account, membership, and device management
- Stamina System — Learn about stamina rules
- Privacy & Security — Learn about privacy protection measures