Use local AI within the browser. What is LocalAI? LocalAI is designed to bridge the gap where traditional tools fall…

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1.17.33
Update
August 26, 2024
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107KiB
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21
Rating
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Manifest Version
3
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ActiveTab
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Local AI helper Extension

Use local AI within the browser.

What is LocalAI?

LocalAI is designed to bridge the gap where traditional tools fall short—offering access to web content, local files, and on-the-go resource fetching.

Why use it?

If you value privacy but still want the power of LLMs, LocalAI is for you. There’s no need to install applications, deal with configurations, or handle version compatibility issues. It works seamlessly with Chrome, Firefox, and their derivatives.

Key Benefits:
* Local Control: Your data stays on your device—no sharing or storing of your actions. You control what to keep or delete.
* Task Assistance: Need summaries or quick insights? LocalAI helps with tasks using the information in your active tab.
* Custom Prompts: Create, store, and execute your own prompts locally for a personalised experience.
* External Hooks: Enhance functionality by integrating your own solutions and resources.

What do you need to use it?

You’ll need enough hardware power, preferably with a GPU.

A local AI tool—these are easy to set up, usually just download and run:

LM Studio
Ollama
Mozilla LlamaFile

And the browser extension.

It’s easy—give it a try and let us know your thoughts!

Read documentation here: https://github.com/ivostoykov/localAI
The change log: https://github.com/ivostoykov/localAI/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Local AI helper", "version": "1.17.33", "options_page": "options.html", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "storage", "contextMenus", "scripting", "webRequest" ], "host_permissions": [ "*://*/*" ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "" ], "js": [ "jslib/stream_processor.js", "jslib/utils.js", "jslib/stt.js", "lai-main.js", "content.js" ], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "action": {}, "icons": { "16": "img/icon16.png", "48": "img/icon48.png", "128": "img/icon128.png" }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": [ "sidebar.html", "button.css", "sidebar.css", "lai-main.js", "img/*.svg" ], "matches": [ "" ] } ]}
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How to download and manually install Local AI helper extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Local AI helper extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Local AI helper extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Local AI helper extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Local AI helper extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Local AI helper extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Local AI helper Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Local AI helper extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Local AI helper extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Local AI helper extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Local AI helper extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Local AI helper extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Local AI helper extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Local AI helper extension file

Select and download the Local AI helper extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Local AI helper extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Local AI helper extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Local AI helper extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Local AI helper extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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