Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about LittleTTS's features and performance.

General Features

Q: Which languages are supported?
A: LittleTTS currently supports English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Portuguese.

Q: Does text-to-speech require an internet connection?
A: No. LittleTTS uses local TTS models. All speech generation stays on your device for maximum privacy.

Q: Can I control the speaking style?
A: Yes. Use prompt instructions to adjust tone, emotion, and style without leaving your Mac.

Troubleshooting

Q: Why does the status show "Model Missing"?
A: This means the TTS model was not detected. Please ensure the required model folders are in the app's resource directory.

Q: Why is generation slow?
A: Performance depends on your hardware. While functional on Intel-based Macs, performance is significantly better on Apple Silicon chips.