Does RewriteBar work with any app?

Yes, RewriteBar uses macOS accessibility features to work within any application where you can select text, including browsers, email clients, and code editors.

Can I use my own API key?

Absolutely. RewriteBar supports 'Bring Your Own Key' (BYOK) for providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Mistral.

Yes. If you use local models (like Ollama), your data never leaves your Mac. For cloud providers, RewriteBar does not store your text or API keys on its servers.

What are the system requirements?

RewriteBar requires macOS 13.0 (Ventura) or later and is compatible with both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.

How do I trigger the tool?

You can trigger RewriteBar using a customizable keyboard shortcut or through its integration with PopClip.

Does it support local LLMs?

Yes, it supports local providers such as Ollama, LM Studio, and Apple Intelligence natively.

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Writing

Freemium

RewriteBar v2.18.0

A native macOS menu bar assistant that rewrites, translates, and polishes text across all apps using local or cloud AI models.

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Writing Assistants

macOS Productivity

AI Rewriter

Privacy

Local AI

Grammar Checker

Translation

Summarizer

Text Transformation

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Tool information

Provider

Mathias Michel

Platforms

macOS

Languages

English

German

Spanish

French

Italian

Portuguese

Chinese

Japanese

Korean

Over 500+ languages supported

Added to directory

3 months ago

Last updated

about 1 month ago

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Pricing

Freemium

About RewriteBar v2.18.0

What the tool does and who it's for

RewriteBar is a native macOS productivity tool that integrates AI-powered writing assistance directly into your workflow. By using a simple keyboard shortcut, users can rewrite, refine, or translate text within any application—from Slack and Notion to Xcode and Microsoft Word. It supports a wide range of AI backends, including cloud providers like OpenAI and Anthropic, as well as local models via Ollama and Apple Intelligence for maximum privacy. The tool features side-by-side diff comparisons, custom templates, and follow-up actions to streamline text transformation without switching tabs.

Key capabilities

Universal Integration: Works across all macOS applications including Slack, Notion, and VS Code.

Local AI Support: Compatible with Ollama, LM Studio, and Apple Intelligence for offline processing.

Side-by-Side Comparison: View original and rewritten text in a diff-style window to track changes.

Custom Workflows: Create personalized commands and templates for specific tones or tasks.

Multiple AI Providers: Connect via BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) to OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and more.

PopClip Integration: Trigger AI actions directly from the PopClip menu for a faster mouse-driven workflow.

Multi-Step Actions: Chain multiple transformations together, such as summarizing then translating.

Privacy-First: Local models ensure text never leaves your device; cloud requests are not stored.

Pricing

Freemium — plans below

Free Trial

100 free transformations
1 Active device
Access to basic commands
No credit card required

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Pro

$59

One-time payment
3 Active devices
1 Year RewriteBar Gateway subscription
3 Million monthly credits
Local & Third-party providers
Unlimited app updates

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