Jira tickets are mostly writing. Dictation helps you capture context quickly (especially repro steps and acceptance criteria), then you can polish specifics by hand.
Option A: Use macOS Dictation (works in the browser)
- Open Jira and click into the summary/description field.
- Start macOS Dictation (shortcut often Fn twice).
- Speak the ticket, then stop Dictation to insert.
- Edit: IDs, links, and code snippets are faster to type.
Option B: Use Voice Type (best for daily ticket writing)
- Install Voice Type and set a hold‑to‑dictate hotkey.
- Hold to dictate; release to finalize.
- Use the same hotkey in Jira, Linear, GitHub, Slack, and docs.
A Jira ticket structure you can dictate
- Summary (one sentence).
- Context (why we’re doing this).
- Steps to reproduce (if bug).
- Expected vs actual.
- Acceptance criteria (checklist).
Make Jira faster (small productivity habits)
- Use Jira keyboard shortcuts to reduce mouse travel.
- Dictate the bulk (prose), then type only the precise details.
- If you’re remote, combine dictation with microbreaks to avoid marathon typing sessions.
Related: work from home productivity tips • microbreak schedule.
Troubleshooting (mic permissions)
- System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone → allow your browser (and Voice Type if you use it).
- Dictation not working on Mac (checklist)