Step by step
- System Settings › Accessibility › Spoken Content › turn on Speak selection.
- Select text and press Option+Esc.
- Or paste text into the box above and press Read aloud.
At a glance
| Option | Where | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Speak selection | Option+Esc | Any app |
| Change voice or rate | Spoken Content settings | Download more voices |
| Reader above | Safari or Chrome | Voice, speed and pitch |
Related questions
Can I change the shortcut?
Yes, click the info (i) button next to Speak selection.
How do I get Siri voices?
In Spoken Content › System voice › Manage Voices, download the ones you like.
Can I save the speech as audio?
Not from the shortcut; record it with the Screen recorder and convert with Video to MP3.
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Updated November 14, 2026.