8 GB
Absolute RAM minimum
Suitable for lighter usage, but may feel constrained during heavier local AI tasks.
System requirements
Hardware and platform guidance for stable daily use
Minimum and recommended system requirements for running Overshow on macOS and Windows.
macOS and WindowsMinimum specsRecommended specsOperational planning
Plan capacity before rollout
16 GB+
Recommended RAM
Provides better stability for continuous capture and local AI workflows.
20 GB
Recommended free storage
Leaves practical headroom for models, caches, and growing local history.
Planning guidance
What to verify before deployment
Hardware baseline
Confirm CPU, RAM, and storage meet expected workload and user behaviour.
Operating system policy
Check OS version support, patch policy, and endpoint controls across pilot users.
Permission model
Validate how screen and microphone permissions are granted and managed.
Need help planning rollout for mixed hardware estates?
Use enterprise enquiry for deployment planning and policy-aligned rollout sequencing.
System requirements
Minimum and recommended specifications
System Requirements
macOS
Minimum
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M1 or Intel with 4+ cores |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 5 GB free (for models and data) |
| macOS | 12.0 Monterey or later |
With 8 GB RAM, you may experience occasional slowdowns when using local AI while recording. Transcription remains usable for most day-to-day activity.
Recommended
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M1 Pro/Max, M2, M3, or M4 |
| RAM | 16 GB or more |
| Storage | 20 GB or more free |
| macOS | 13.0 Ventura or later |
Windows
Minimum
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel i5 (10th gen+) or AMD Ryzen 5 (3000 series+) |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 5 GB free |
| Windows | Windows 10 (22H2) or Windows 11 |
| GPU | Integrated graphics with current drivers |
Recommended
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel i7 (12th gen+) or AMD Ryzen 7 (5000 series+) |
| RAM | 16 GB or more |
| Storage | 20 GB or more free |
| Windows | Windows 11 (current stable build) |
| GPU | Dedicated GPU recommended for heavier local AI usage |
Permission and policy prerequisites
Before rollout, confirm users can grant and retain required permissions:
- Screen recording permission
- Microphone access permission (if audio capture is enabled)
- Accessibility permission (optional, for richer context features)
For managed estates, validate these permissions with your endpoint management policies before broad deployment.
Deployment recommendations
- Start with a pilot cohort representing your real device mix.
- Track resource usage on lower-spec machines before wider rollout.
- Reserve additional storage headroom if users record continuously.
- Review Installation and Security before production rollout.