How to Use Descript AI Voice
- George Apostolov
How to Use Descript AI Voice: step-by-step guide
Navigate to "AI Speakers" on the left side of the window.
Click on "+ New Speaker".
Enter a name for your AI speaker and click "Confirm".
Click "Record" to record yourself reading the script.
You can choose to "Re-record" or "Submit" your recording.
Open your project or create a new one.
Assign the newly created voice clone to your project.
Write a script or generate one using AI.
Hit the Play button. Descript will convert the text to speech, and you can listen to your voice clone reading the script.
Quick answer: To create a voice clone in Descript, navigate to AI Speakers, add a new speaker, record your voice, and submit the recording. Next, open your project, assign the new voice, write a script, and hit Play to convert your text to speech.
About this Descript tutorial
Generate custom AI voice clones and convert text to speech easily using Descript by recording your script and assigning the speaker to your project. This guide shows how to use Descript AI Voice in 9 steps, starting with "Navigate to 'AI Speakers' on the left side of the window" and finishing with "Hit the Play button. Descript will convert the text to speech, and you can listen to yo...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Descript interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use Descript AI Voice?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Descript data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Descript. Related guides: How to Use Descript for Transcription, How to Use Descript for Video Editing and How to Use Descript Text to Speech. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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