Apple Intelligence Setup
Setting up free, on-device AI Polish with Apple Intelligence.
Apple Intelligence is Apple’s built-in system for processing language on your Mac. EnviousWispr can use it to tidy up your dictation by removing filler words and fixing punctuation. It is free, needs no API key, and keeps your text on your Mac. A fresh install starts with it selected, but it only works on macOS 26 or later.
What do I need for Apple Intelligence polish?
- macOS version. You need macOS 26 or later.
- Hardware. You need a Mac that supports Apple Intelligence.
- System setting. Apple Intelligence must be switched on in System Settings.
How do I turn on Apple Intelligence polish?
- Turn it on in macOS. Open System Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri and switch it on.
- Open AI Polish. In EnviousWispr, open Settings > AI Polish.
- Select Apple Intelligence. Choose Apple Intelligence under On this Mac.
You know it worked when your next dictation comes back with the filler words removed and the punctuation corrected.
What if Apple Intelligence is not available?
EnviousWispr checks your Mac and names the missing requirement on the AI Polish page. The usual reasons are an older macOS, Apple Intelligence not switched on yet, or the model still downloading in the background. Read Apple Intelligence Not Available.
Which on-device option should I use on an older Mac?
If your Mac cannot run macOS 26, pick EG-1 or S1-mini under On this Mac. Both polish on your Mac without Apple Intelligence, and neither needs a key. EG-1 is our own model and is marked Recommended. S1-mini by Superwhisper is smaller.