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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

This section addresses common questions about using VRCT.

Getting Started​

Q: Who is that character in the VRCT icon?​

Chato
This character serves as the app's icon and is named Chato, VRCT's official mascot.
We commissioned this creation from creator Done.

Q: Which transcription engine should I use?​

VRCT offers two main transcription engines:

  • Whisper: Recommended for most users

    • Works completely offline
    • More stable and reliable
    • Best for unstable network connections
    • Does not require external API access

  • Google: Alternative option

    • Requires stable internet connection
    • May not work in some regions with limited Google access
    • Can be affected by network issues

Recommendation: Start with Whisper for the most reliable experience.

See the Voice-to-Text Guide for more details.

Q: Which translation engine is best?​

The choice depends on your needs:

  • DeepL: High-quality translations, especially for European languages
  • Google Translate: Wide language support, good for general use
  • LLM APIs: More natural and context-aware translations

Each engine has different strengths. Try a few to see which works best for your language pair.

See the Translation Engine Guide for more details.

Q: Do I need to run VRCT as administrator?​

In most cases, no. However, you may need administrator privileges if:

  • Speaker2Log feature doesn't work properly
  • VRCT cannot access audio devices
  • You encounter permission-related errors

Try running as administrator if you experience issues with audio device detection.

Q: Why isn't my transcription working?​

Common solutions:

  1. Check your microphone/speaker settings in Windows
  2. Try switching transcription engines (Whisper is more reliable)
  3. Verify audio device selection in VRCT settings
  4. Check if multiple audio devices with the same name exist - disable unused ones
  5. Restart VRCT if settings changes don't take effect

Features & Capabilities​

Q: Can I translate between multiple languages?​

Yes! VRCT supports multi-target language translation. You can send messages in one language and have them translated to multiple target languages simultaneously.

See the Multi-Target Language Guide for details.

Q: Can I use VRCT with VRChat?​

Yes, VRCT integrates with VRChat through OSC (Open Sound Control). This allows you to:

  • Display translated text in-game
  • Sync mute status with VRChat

See the OSC Integration Guide for setup instructions.

You can also display overlays inside VRChat.

See the Overlay Mode Guide for setup instructions.

Q: What upcoming features are planned?​

Check the GitHub Issues page for the latest updates.

VRCT status​

We are managing current issues using a Google Spreadsheet.

Need More Help?​

If your question isn't answered here, please:

  1. Check the Feature Guide for detailed documentation
  2. Search or create a new issue on GitHub Issues
  3. Make sure to include:
    • Your VRCT version
    • Operating System (Windows version)
    • Error logs if applicable (see How to Attach Logs)