Overview
PaletteBrain is a native macOS application that integrates ChatGPT capabilities directly into your workflow. Access AI assistance across all macOS apps via keyboard shortcuts (Option + Space) without switching windows. Create custom AI commands with keyboard bindings for one-click response insertion. Works with Notion, Google Docs, Slack, Discord, Gmail, and any other app.
Pricing: $29 one-time (early supporter) | Future: $99/year | Requires OpenAI API key
Architecture: Apple Silicon, Intel
Key Features
- Global text selection and AI processing via Option + Space
- Custom AI command creation with keyboard bindings
- Compatible with all macOS applications
- Support for OpenAI and Microsoft Azure OpenAI API keys
- One-click response insertion
- Conversation management and search
- Multiple AI models support (coming soon)
- Image attachment and AI vision (planned)
- BYOK with typical usage under $2/month
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