Foot controller setup for talking to an AI assistant

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A programmable pedal can send a keyboard shortcut while the user's hands remain on another task.

• A programmable pedal can send a keyboard shortcut while the user's hands remain on another task. Sources: Elgato
• Voice input still depends on the operating system or application accepting the assigned shortcut. Sources: Microsoft Support, Apple Support
• The pedal should be tested with a reversible shortcut before it is added to a longer workflow. Sources: Elgato, Microsoft Support, Apple Support
• Microphone permission and the selected input device remain independent of the pedal mapping. Sources: Microsoft Support, Apple Support