How It Works

ElastoType is a macOS application that provides AI-powered spell checking for English and Korean, plus intelligent romanization-to-Hangul conversion. It works at the system level, meaning it operates across all your applications without requiring individual app integrations.

Using advanced AI models, ElastoType provides context-aware corrections, understands natural language patterns, and offers highly accurate suggestions for both languages.

Secure Input Detection

When you type in password fields or secure applications, macOS enables "Secure Input Mode." Elastotype automatically detects this and:

• Stops monitoring keystrokes completely
• Does not process or buffer any text
• Resumes normal operation when you leave the secure field

Privacy & Data Handling

ElastoType prioritizes your privacy:

• Encrypted Processing: Text is sent to our AI service with encryption for spell checking
• No Permanent Storage: Processed text is not stored permanently or logged
• No Personal Data Collection: We do not require or store personal information (names, emails, IPs)
• No Analytics Tracking: We do not track usage patterns or which applications you use

ElastoType is designed for seamless operation:

• Real-time corrections: Near-instant suggestions as you type
• Low resource usage: Minimal impact on system performance
• Automatic error recovery: Gracefully handles temporary issues
• User-friendly notifications: Clear messages keep you informed

macOS Version

• Minimum: macOS 12.0 (Monterey)
• Recommended: macOS 13.0 (Ventura) or later
• Architecture: Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) and Intel both supported

Permissions

• Input Monitoring: Required to provide spell checking and romanization features (System Settings → Privacy & Security → Input Monitoring)

Disk Space

• Application size: ~50MB (includes dictionaries)
• Additional space: ~10MB for preferences and cache

Language Support

• English: Advanced spell checking with context awareness
• Korean: Spell checking and romanization-to-Hangul conversion
• Cross-app compatibility: Works across all macOS applications

Usage Guidelines

• Fair use limits: Designed for everyday typing with reasonable usage limits
• Automatic management: The app handles everything automatically
• Clear notifications: You'll be informed if you need to take any action

We're actively working on enhancing ElastoType with AI advancements:

• Advanced grammar checking: Full sentence analysis with AI-powered grammar suggestions
• More languages: Japanese, Chinese, and other language support
• Improved AI models: More accurate corrections with better context understanding
• Custom preferences: Personalized correction styles and vocabulary

ElastoType isn't working in some apps

Verify Input Monitoring permission is granted: System Settings → Privacy & Security → Input Monitoring → Enable ElastoType

Corrections not appearing

Check your internet connection. ElastoType requires connectivity for AI-powered features. If connected, try restarting ElastoType from the menu bar.

Password fields security

ElastoType automatically respects Secure Input Mode and stops monitoring when you're in password fields. Your credentials are always safe.

Need help? We're here for you:

Email: support@elastotype.com
Website: elastotype.com