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MacGPT

MacGPT brings the power of ChatGPT directly to your Mac. It allows for seamless interaction with ChatGPT through various methods, enhancing productivity and accessibility.

The application offers multiple ways to interact with ChatGPT, including a global shortcut, inline integration within text fields, and convenient access from the menu bar. It supports both the ChatGPT website and native API integration for a faster experience. Users can also enjoy a conversation mode for voice interaction and easily copy entire conversation transcripts.

ChatTab

ChatTab is a dedicated macOS application designed to provide a seamless and optimized experience for interacting with various large language models, including GPT-3.5, GPT-4, and Claude2. It prioritizes speed, security, and a user-friendly interface. The application offers both built-in API key access and the option to use a personal API key.

ChatTab ensures user data privacy and security by storing API keys in the Apple keychain and never transmitting them externally. Prompts are stored locally and in Apple's iCloud. Conversation records are maintained locally, with planned future synchronization via iCloud. The app features native performance, resulting in low memory usage and faster startup times.

MacGPT

Pricing

Free

ChatTab

Pricing

Pay Once

MacGPT

Features

  • Global: Access ChatGPT from anywhere on your Mac.
  • Inline: Integrate ChatGPT directly into text fields.
  • Menubar: Quickly access ChatGPT from your menu bar.
  • Web or Native: Access the ChatGPT website or use the API natively.
  • Conversation Mode: Talk to ChatGPT without typing.
  • Easy Copying: Copy entire ChatGPT conversations.

ChatTab

Features

  • Native macOS App: Optimized for performance and integration with the macOS environment.
  • Multiple Model Support: Access to GPT-3.5, GPT-3.5-16k, GPT-4, GPT4-1106, GPT4-Vision, GPT4-32k, and Claude2.
  • Built-in and Personal API Key: Use either the built-in API Key or your own.
  • Markdown Support: Enhanced text formatting with Markdown.
  • Prompt Management: Organize prompts and sync them via iCloud.
  • Multiple Tabs: Switch between different message conversations easily.
  • Assistant API: Interact with documents such as pdf, XML, txt, JSON, CSV, and md, leveraging Code Interpreter and Knowledge Retrieval.
  • Security & Privacy: API Keys stored in Apple's keychain; prompts and conversations stored locally or in iCloud.
  • Fast Performance: Reduced memory usage and quick startup.
  • Multi-language Support: Available in multiple languages, with English as the primary language.

MacGPT

Use cases

  • Quickly access ChatGPT for information retrieval.
  • Integrate AI-powered text generation into any application.
  • Hands-free interaction with ChatGPT using voice.
  • Efficiently manage and copy ChatGPT conversations.
  • Access ChatGPT without leaving your current workflow.

ChatTab

Use cases

  • Engaging in conversations with various AI models.
  • Generating text with Markdown formatting.
  • Managing and organizing different AI interactions using multiple tabs.
  • Utilizing the Assistant API to analyze and chat with diverse document types.
  • Securely accessing AI models with enhanced privacy.
  • Developing and testing prompts for different AI models.
  • Accessing AI models with different capabilities and token limits.
  • Switching between different conversations in different contexts.

MacGPT

FAQs

  • Can I use MacGPT with a ChatGPT Plus account?
    Yes you can. Just login with your credentials and you should be able to access the GPT Plus features.
    How can I use MacGPT with my OpenAI API key?
    You can use MacGPT through the ChatGPT API for a nicer and faster experience. To use the native mode you will need to get your own OpenAI API key and connect a credit card to it.
    I added my API key and want to use GPT-4 but I get an error.
    Currently the GPT-4 API is only available through the API after signing up for a waiting list. Please sign up through the OpenAI website and you should have access in a few days.

ChatTab

FAQs

  • Is there a free trial?
    Yes, you can download and use it for free, but it will limit the use of a single Tab.
    Do you require a credit card for the free plan?
    Pay-as-you-go usage scenario
    Do I still need to use pay-as-you-go when purchasing a Lifetime license?
    No specific answer to that question was mentioned in the context.
    How do you handle personal information?
    ChatTab pays great attention to the privacy and security of users. They have not stored any data or tracked logs. The API Key is stored in Apple's keychain and is not sent to anyone. Prompts are stored locally and in Apple's iCloud.
    What are the requirements to use ChatTab?
    No specific answer to that question was mentioned in the context.

MacGPT

Uptime Monitor

Average Uptime

99.04%

Average Response Time

178.57 ms

Last 30 Days

ChatTab

Uptime Monitor

Average Uptime

99.76%

Average Response Time

288.57 ms

Last 30 Days

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