AlwaysReddy

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AlwaysReddy is an open-source LLM voice assistant that is always just a hotkey away, allowing users to interact with AI via voice commands and clipboard context. It supports local execution and various LLM and TTS systems.

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Pricing

Open Source

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Technical

About

What is AlwaysReddy?

AlwaysReddy is an open-source LLM voice assistant designed to be accessible via hotkeys, providing a seamless voice interaction experience with AI. It allows users to voice chat, read from and write to the clipboard, and even process images from the clipboard with supported LLMs. The tool emphasizes minimal UI friction and can run 100% locally, supporting Windows, Mac (experimental), and Linux (super experimental). It integrates with various LLM servers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and local options like LM Studio and Ollama, as well as TTS systems like Piper TTS and OpenAI TTS API. AlwaysReddy is ideal for quick tasks like note-taking, proofreading, information retrieval, and journal entries, all without needing to switch windows or tabs.

Best used for

Ideal for developers and technical users who need to quickly interact with AI for tasks like note-taking, proofreading text, and retrieving information without interrupting their workflow. Especially valuable for those who prefer local execution and customizable hotkey-driven interactions.

Common actions

voice control AI

automate tasks

transcribe speech

generate text

manage clipboard

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Capabilities

Key features

Hotkey-based voice interaction
Local LLM support
Clipboard read/write
Custom hotkey actions
Image context for LLMs
Local TTS and STT

Target Audience

developercontent creatorstudent

Integrations

Not yet documented

Pricing & Plans

Open Source

Free

FAQs

What LLM servers does AlwaysReddy support?

AlwaysReddy supports a variety of LLM servers including OpenAI, Anthropic, TogetherAI, and local options like LM Studio and Ollama. This flexibility allows users to choose their preferred AI model for voice interactions.

Can AlwaysReddy run entirely on my local machine?

Yes, AlwaysReddy is designed to run 100% locally, supporting local LLM servers like LM Studio and Ollama, and local TTS systems like Piper TTS. This ensures privacy and potentially faster response times without relying on external APIs.

How do I provide context to AlwaysReddy for my questions?

You can provide context to AlwaysReddy by copying text to your clipboard and then double-tapping the hotkey (Ctrl + Alt + R). The AI will then use the clipboard content to answer your questions or perform tasks.

Is AlwaysReddy compatible with Linux?

AlwaysReddy has experimental support for Linux, though there are known issues, particularly with hotkey detection when the application is not in focus. The developer is actively seeking assistance from Linux users to improve compatibility.

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