This project provides a native desktop application for ChatGPT, allowing users to access the AI model directly from their menubar on macOS. It offers a convenient shortcut for quick access from any application, enhancing productivity for frequent ChatGPT users.

How It Works

The application is built using Electron, a framework for creating cross-platform desktop applications with web technologies. It wraps the ChatGPT web interface, providing a native-like experience and a global hotkey for immediate access.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install: Download the .dmg file for Mac Arm64 or Mac Intel.
• Prerequisites: macOS. No Windows binaries are currently offered.
• Development: Clone the repo and run npm install electron-forge.

Highlighted Details

• Global hotkey (Cmd+Shift+G on Mac) for quick access.
• Menubar integration for seamless use.

Maintenance & Community

The project is maintained by vincelwt. Further community engagement details are not provided in the README.

Licensing & Compatibility

The project's licensing is not explicitly stated. However, it leverages OpenAI's ChatGPT, which is subject to OpenAI's terms of service. Compatibility is limited to macOS.

Limitations & Caveats

Currently, only macOS binaries are provided; Windows support is not available. The application is a wrapper around the web interface and relies on OpenAI's service availability.