Marv

Marv is a Windows desktop assistant companion that sees the screen, speaks aloud, and guides users.

Marv is a desktop companion designed for Windows that helps you complete tasks from start to finish. It takes a spreadsheet question from the formula to the next app. You can ask questions out loud by holding a hotkey to talk. Marv speaks responses so you can keep moving and shows the next step using visual indicators like circles, arrows, and highlights. The tool remains helpful when needed and stays quiet when you do not need it. Users can currently join an early-access waitlist to get access.

Marv at a glance

Best for: Software engineer, Product manager
Runs on: Windows
Pricing: Free
Released: October 2026
Category: AI agent tool
Website: meetmarv.org

Key features

Sees your screen
Answers out loud with voice output
Shows the next step with visual guides
Circles, arrows, and highlights for navigation
Hotkey activation to talk
Desktop companion interface

Use it for

Ask questions about spreadsheet formulas
Get step-by-step visual guidance on screen
Talk to an assistant while working on tasks

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