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ClipboardAI

Desktop app for Mac & Windows — select text, press a shortcut, get AI-powered edits instantly in any app.

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Quick facts
What is it	Desktop app for Mac & Windows — select text, press a shortcut, get AI-powered edits instantly in any app.
Pricing	Paid
Free tier	No
Platform	Desktop Application
API	Yes
Best for	fixing grammar and spelling in emails, translating text on the fly
Domain registered	2024

Data updated Aug. 1, 2026

What does ClipboardAI do?

ClipboardAI is a desktop application for Mac and Windows that lets you apply AI text transformations instantly, anywhere on your computer. You simply select text in any application—whether it's an email client, code editor, or messaging app—and press a keyboard shortcut. The tool then processes your selected text using AI models and replaces it with the improved version immediately, without you needing to switch windows or copy-paste between applications.

The tool works by connecting to your preferred AI provider using your own API key from OpenAI or OpenRouter. This means you pay directly for the AI usage without any markup from ClipboardAI. You can create custom prompts for specific tasks like fixing grammar, adjusting tone, translating languages, or summarizing content. The application is designed to be fast and lightweight, running locally on your machine while keeping your data private by sending requests directly to your chosen AI service.

ClipboardAI is particularly useful for professionals who work with text across multiple applications daily. Writers and editors can polish documents instantly, developers can get code explanations or refactor snippets without leaving their IDE, and consultants can refine client communications quickly. It eliminates the friction of constantly switching to a separate AI chat interface, making AI-assisted editing a natural part of your existing workflow.

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Key features

What makes it stand out

Works in any app by selecting text and using a keyboard shortcut

Uses your own OpenAI or OpenRouter API key with no subscription fees

Create custom prompts for tasks like grammar fixes, translations, or summaries

Processes requests directly with your AI provider for maximum privacy

Lightweight desktop app built for speed on Mac and Windows

Who is ClipboardAI for?

Who benefits most from this tool

fixing grammar and spelling in emails

translating text on the fly

summarizing long documents quickly

Pricing

Lifetime

€29 one-time

Unlimited AI shortcuts
Works in every app
Custom prompt library
Bring your own API key
Lifetime updates included

Trust & presence

Domain Domain registered 2024

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