Overview
Quill is an AI-powered system-wide technical dictionary application available for both macOS and Windows. It provides instant, context-aware definitions and explanations for technical terms across any application.
Technical Stack
- macOS: Native Swift application leveraging system APIs for global hotkey activation
- Windows: Built with Rust and Tauri for near-native performance with a web-based UI
- AI Backend: LLM integration for intelligent, context-aware definitions
Key Features
- System-wide activation: Access definitions from any application via global hotkey
- Context-aware: Understands the context of selected text for more relevant definitions
- Offline-capable: Core dictionary available without internet connection
- Cross-platform: Consistent experience across macOS and Windows
Open Source
Quill is open source and available on GitHub. We welcome contributions from the community.