AI Narration

AI Narration allows you to add professional voice-over audio to your interactive demos using text-to-speech technology. Transform your written explanations into natural-sounding speech that guides viewers through each step of your demo.

What is AI Narration?

AI Narration is HowdyGo’s text-to-speech feature that converts your written text into high-quality audio narration. The generated audio appears as audio bubbles that play automatically or on-demand during your demo, providing:

• Professional voice-overs - Natural-sounding speech without recording equipment
• Multi-language support - Generate narration in multiple languages
• Voice variety - Choose from different voice options to match your brand
• Automatic subtitles - WebVTT subtitle files generated automatically
• Consistent quality - Perfect audio every time without background noise

How to Add AI Narration

1. Access the Narration Tool

While editing your demo, look for the narration tool in your editor toolbar. Click to open the AI text-to-speech interface.

2. Enter Your Text

In the text area, type the narration script you want to convert to speech. You can write:

• Step-by-step instructions - Guide users through each action
• Feature explanations - Describe what they’re seeing on screen
• Context and benefits - Explain why features matter
• Call-to-actions - Encourage specific next steps

3. Choose Language and Voice

Select your preferred options:

Language Selection

• Choose from multiple supported languages
• Each language offers native voice options
• Language affects pronunciation and intonation

Voice Selection

• Multiple voice options per language
• Different gender and tone options available
• Preview voices before generating final audio

4. Preview Your Narration

Before generating the final audio:

1. Click the preview button (play icon) to hear a sample
2. Make adjustments to text, language, or voice as needed
3. Test different options until you find the perfect match

5. Generate and Add to Demo

When you’re satisfied with the preview:

1. Click Generate to create the final audio file
2. Wait for processing - this typically takes a few seconds
3. Audio bubble appears in your demo at the current step
4. Subtitles included - WebVTT subtitles are automatically generated

Best Practices for AI Narration

Writing Effective Scripts

• Use conversational language - Write as you would speak naturally
• Keep sentences clear - Avoid overly complex sentence structures
• Include pauses - Use commas and periods to create natural breaks
• Be concise - Focus on key points that add value to the visual demo

Voice and Language Selection

• Match your audience - Choose language and voice that resonates with viewers
• Stay consistent - Use the same voice throughout your demo for cohesion
• Consider your brand - Select voices that align with your company’s tone

Timing and Placement

• One concept per step - Don’t overwhelm viewers with too much audio at once
• Allow processing time - Give viewers time to absorb both visual and audio information
• Strategic placement - Add narration to complex steps that benefit from explanation

Technical Details

Supported Features

• Multiple languages - Wide range of language support
• Voice variety - Different voice options per language
• Automatic subtitles - WebVTT files generated for accessibility
• High-quality audio - Professional-grade speech synthesis
• Quick processing - Fast generation times for immediate feedback

Examples and Use Cases

Product Walkthrough

Use AI narration to explain each feature as users interact with your product, creating a guided tour experience.

Onboarding Flow

Add voice guidance to help new users understand your interface and complete setup steps successfully.

Training Material

Create comprehensive training demos with professional narration that explains processes and procedures.

Sales Presentations

Enhance sales demos with personalized voice-over that highlights benefits and addresses specific customer needs.

AI Narration makes it easy to create professional, accessible demos that engage viewers through both visual and auditory channels, ensuring your message is clearly communicated regardless of viewing preferences or accessibility needs.