WriteMage

WriteMage is an AI writing application that integrates ChatGPT natively into macOS and iOS.

WriteMage integrates ChatGPT natively into macOS and iOS. It works inside any application on supported devices, functioning like a floating menu or custom keyboard so users avoid copy and pasting text. The application includes session memory to track conversation context and saves chat history locally with labels. Users can customize prompts using a built-in prompt editor GUI. It supports using personal OpenAI API keys or managed API plans, and includes a lifetime deal option.

WriteMage at a glance

Best for: Writer
Runs on: macOS, iOS
Pricing: Free during beta; Basic $10/mo; Personal $11.87/mo; Lifetime deal available
Released: August 2018
Category: AI writing tool
Website: writemage.com

Key features

Context-aware AI integration in any app
Local chat history storage
Prompt editor GUI for customization
iOS keyboard integration
Session memory for conversations
Support for custom API keys

Use it for

Generate text inside macOS applications
Chat with AI using the iOS keyboard
Customize prompts for specific tasks
Maintain chat history across sessions

Companions

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Firecrawl — Provides direct web data access for AI agents with open source flexibility.
ElevenLabs — Text-to-speech, voice cloning and sound from the chat.
Runway — Leading video model plus editing, upscaling and an agentic collaborator

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