Questions
Which apps does it work with?
Almost any Windows app where you can select text and paste: email, documents, browsers, chat and business apps. It relies on standard copy and paste, so it won't work in apps that block those, such as some terminals, games and remote-desktop windows, or in windows running as administrator.
Do I need an AI subscription?
You need an API key from the AI provider you choose, or a free local setup with Ollama. A ChatGPT or Claude chat subscription is not the same as an API key. Setup links for each provider are in the app.
Is my text stored?
AI Hotkey doesn't store or log your text. It is sent only to the AI provider you configure, under that provider's own data terms. For xAI, AI Hotkey asks xAI not to store requests.
Can I use it on more than one computer?
Yes. One license covers you on all of your own computers.
Does it need to be online to check my license?
No. License keys are checked on your computer; AI Hotkey never contacts a license server.
What does it change in my writing?
By default: spelling, grammar, punctuation, clarity and flow, while keeping your meaning and your voice. It is told not to invent facts. You can rewrite the instructions to do anything you like, such as making text more formal, shorter, friendlier, or translating it.
System requirements?
Windows 10 (version 1809 or later) or Windows 11, 64-bit. Nothing else to install. Available as an installer or a portable version.
Why does Windows warn me when I download it?
AI Hotkey isn't code-signed yet, so Windows SmartScreen shows a warning the first time you run it. The download page shows what you'll see and how to continue.