> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.selectedai.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

> An AI Writing Assistant that brings AI to where your context lives

## What is Selected?

Selected is an AI Writing Assistant that brings AI to where your context lives. Our mission is simple: empower professionals to communicate more effectively by providing intelligent, context-rich writing assistance that feels natural and intuitive.

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  Follow our quickstart guide to try Selected.
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## Key Features

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  <Card title="Works Across All Apps" icon="window">
    Use Selected anywhere you write with seamless AI assistance and no context switching.
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  <Card title="Fast, Intuitive Popup" icon="bolt">
    An intuitive, user-friendly popup with rich interactivity that makes working
    with AI feel effortless and responsive.
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  <Card title="Built-In Commands" icon="terminal">
    Ready-to-use commands cover the most common writing tasks like improving
    clarity, fixing grammar, and drafting Slack or email replies.
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  <Card title="Simple Yet Powerful" icon="wand-magic-sparkles">
    Low cognitive load with flexible inputs including selected text, attachments,
    commands, and custom prompt.
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  <Card title="Cross-Platform" icon="desktop">
    Available on macOS, Windows, and Linux with a consistent desktop experience.
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  <Card title="No API Keys Needed" icon="key">
    Start instantly without technical setup or managing API credentials.
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  <Card title="Local-First Privacy" icon="shield">
    Your chat history stays on your device, keeping your writing private and under
    your control.
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  <Card title="Cutting-Edge Models" icon="stars">
    Work with the latest leading models including OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and DeepSeek from a single interface.
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## Always Evolving

Selected continuously evolves with user feedback to better serve your writing needs. We're committed to building features that make AI assistance more intuitive, powerful, and seamlessly integrated into your workflow.