Pixley
Native Markdown reader with on-device AI chat powered by Apple Intelligence
Overview
Pixley is a native macOS Markdown reader designed for browsing, reading, and asking AI questions about your files. It features a folder tree sidebar with search and filtering, over 10 color themes including Solarized, Dracula, and Nord, and built-in AI chat powered by Apple Intelligence that runs entirely on-device. Ask for summaries, explanations, or detailed answers about your Markdown content without any cloud uploads or API keys. Ideal for managing documentation generated by AI coding assistants and chat tools.
Minimum macOS: 15.0 (Sequoia)
Architecture: Apple Silicon, Intel
Key Features
- Folder tree sidebar with search, filtering, and file starring
- Quick Switcher for fast file navigation
- 10+ color themes including Solarized, Dracula, Nord, and One Dark
- Built-in AI chat powered by Apple Intelligence for on-device Q&A
- Reading progress indicator and line bookmarks
- Per-file scroll position memory
- External file change detection with reload prompts
- Light, Dark, and System appearance modes
- Adjustable fonts, sizes, heading styles, and line numbers
- Keyboard shortcuts for all major actions
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