I got tired of sending half-written thoughts to cloud AI, so I built this for Mac
Every AI writing tool seemed to ask me to do something slightly ridiculous: Write half an email. Stop. Copy it. Open an AI tab. Paste it. Ask it to fix the sentence. Copy the answer. Go back. Paste it. Continue writing. All of that because I wanted to fix a typo or make one sentence sound less awkward. So I built DraftKey. 👉 https://www.getdraftkey.com/ The idea is pretty simple: AI writing help…
Tired of repeatedly sending incomplete thoughts to cloud-based AI tools for minor edits, a Mac user decided to create a solution of their own. The result is DraftKey, an AI writing assistant designed to streamline the editing process directly on the user's Mac. Unlike other AI tools that require copying and pasting text to a cloud service, DraftKey operates locally, processing updates, corrections, and rewrites on the user's Mac using Apple Silicon.
The core functionality of DraftKey includes automatic spelling and grammar checks, AI-driven sentence rewrites in various tones (shorter, clearer, friendlier, professional), and custom rewrite instructions per application. The user can simply hit Tab to accept a suggested rewrite, and the tool requires no copy/paste gymnastics. The AI runs locally, ensuring that sensitive text remains private and does not leave the user's Mac.
While DraftKey relies on internet connectivity for activation, updates, and model downloads, the actual text editing process remains private and local. The product acknowledges the limitations of macOS text fields and does not claim compatibility with every application. Instead, DraftKey focuses on compatible text fields and continues to improve support for edge cases.
Adding a touch of personality, DraftKey includes mechanical keyboard sound effects for each keystroke, allowing users to customize the sound based on their keyboard type and personal preferences. Despite the creative addition, the developer maintains that the local AI writing assistant should not be marketed as a solution for every app, emphasizing the tool's intended use for enhancing the text editing experience within compatible applications.
DraftKey is marketed as a lifetime license for up to three Macs, offering a one-time purchase option without recurring subscription fees. The local model is approximately 1.12 GB in size, requiring Apple Silicon and macOS 14 or later with at least 8 GB of RAM. For users interested in trying the tool, DraftKey offers a browser-based version, allowing users to experience the keyboard sounds without the need for installation.
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