> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.hermesvoice.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Settings Overview

> A map of all Hermes settings and how they relate to each other.

## Settings architecture

Hermes settings are organized into four main categories, plus Vibecode. Understanding how they connect helps you configure the app effectively.

```
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                          SETTINGS                                │
├────────────────┬────────────────┬────────────────┬───────────────┤
│   Dictation    │  AI Formatting │   Interface    │    Privacy    │
├────────────────┼────────────────┼────────────────┼───────────────┤
│ • Language     │ • Modes        │ • Theme        │ • Cloud Sync  │
│ • Microphone   │ • Instructions │ • Menu Bar     │ • Analytics   │
│ • Audio        │ • Vision       │ • Animations   │ • History     │
│ • Processing   │ • Local AI     │               │ • Crash Data  │
└────────────────┴────────────────┴────────────────┴───────────────┘
```

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## Vibecode

Vibecode is its own settings section. It controls tracking, status pills, completion alerts, and auto-pause video.
Open it from **Settings -> Vibecode**.

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## How settings affect each other

Some settings have dependencies or affect other features. Here are the key relationships:

### Privacy Mode → Everything

When **Privacy Mode** is enabled:

* Cloud Sync is disabled
* Analytics is disabled
* Crash reports are disabled

Privacy Mode is a master switch that blocks all data from leaving your Mac.

### Vision → AI Formatting

When **Vision** is enabled:

* AI Formatting gets screen context
* Better app and content detection
* More accurate formatting modes

Vision makes AI Formatting smarter, but it's optional for privacy reasons.

### Local AI → Cloud Features

When **Local AI** is enabled:

* Text processing happens on your Mac
* Cloud AI is not used for formatting
* Vision context is not available

Local AI prioritizes privacy over features.

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## Settings categories

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Dictation" icon="microphone" href="/settings/dictation">
    Language, microphone selection, audio processing, and text cleanup options.
  </Card>

  <Card title="AI Formatting" icon="wand-magic-sparkles" href="/settings/ai-formatting">
    Formatting modes, talking habits, Vision, and Local AI options.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Vibecode" icon="code" href="/settings/vibecode">
    Vibecode tracking, alerts, and auto-pause video settings.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Interface" icon="desktop" href="/settings/interface">
    Theme, menu bar, and animation settings.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Privacy" icon="lock" href="/settings/privacy">
    Cloud sync, analytics, history retention, and Privacy Mode.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## Quick reference: Defaults

| Category          | Setting             | Default       |
| ----------------- | ------------------- | ------------- |
| **Dictation**     | Language            | English       |
| **Dictation**     | Remove filler words | Off           |
| **AI Formatting** | Enabled             | On            |
| **AI Formatting** | Smart Punctuation   | On            |
| **AI Formatting** | Vision              | Off           |
| **AI Formatting** | Local AI            | Off           |
| **Interface**     | Theme               | Auto (system) |
| **Interface**     | Menu Bar Icon       | Visible       |
| **Interface**     | Animations          | On            |
| **Privacy**       | Privacy Mode        | Off           |
| **Privacy**       | Cloud Sync          | On            |
| **Privacy**       | Analytics           | On            |
| **Dictation**     | Hotkey              | Fn            |

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## Syncing settings

Your settings sync across devices automatically when:

* **Cloud Sync** is enabled (Settings → Privacy)
* You're signed in to your Hermes account
* **Privacy Mode** is off

If any of these conditions aren't met, settings stay local to your Mac.

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## Resetting settings

To reset all settings to defaults:

1. Open Hermes
2. Go to **Settings**
3. Scroll to the bottom
4. Click **Reset to Defaults**

<Warning>
  This resets all settings. Your dictionary, triggers, and notes are not affected.
</Warning>