Skip to main content
All CollectionsAbilities Panel
Access a microphone through the browser 🎤
Access a microphone through the browser 🎤
Updated yesterday

How it Works:

  • This ability enables your app to access the user's microphone directly through the browser.

  • Users will need to give consent through a browser prompt to allow the app access to their microphone.

  • Utilizes JavaScript's getUserMedia() function to capture audio input from the user's microphone.

Note:

  • While testing your app, this functionality may not be available in the testing tab. You'll need to open your app in a new browser tab to consent to microphone access.

  • For more information on getUserMedia(), refer to the MDN Web Docs.

Use Case:

You want to incorporate audio features in your app, such as voice commands, audio recording, or live audio streaming. This ability allows your app to capture audio input from users via their microphones after they grant permission.

For example, if you're developing a voice chat application or implementing speech-to-text functionality, you can use this ability to access the user's microphone and process the audio input directly within the browser, enhancing user interaction without requiring external software.

Did this answer your question?