AIaW

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AIaW (AI as Workspace) is a versatile, lightweight AI client designed for seamless interaction with multiple large language model providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google. It supports multiple workspaces to organize conversations by themes, a plugin system for extensibility, and cross-platform availability including Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Android, and Web (PWA). AIaW offers a consistent user experience with features such as conversation branching, customizable shortcuts, and real-time cloud synchronization with a local-first approach. It is ideal for users seeking a powerful, flexible AI client that integrates smoothly into diverse workflows and environments.

Use This MCP client To

Manage multiple AI conversation workspaces by theme Use plugins to extend AI client functionality Sync AI conversations in real-time across devices Customize AI interaction with keyboard shortcuts Branch and regenerate AI responses for comparison Access AI tools on Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, Web Integrate multiple AI providers in one client

README

AI as Workspace

A better AI client

Website - Download - Docs - Self-hosting Guide - 简体中文

Features Overview

Consistent Experience Across All Platforms

  • Supported platforms: Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Android, Web (PWA)
  • Multiple AI providers: OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, xAI, Azure, etc.

Conversation Interface

  • User input preview
  • Modifications and regenerations presented as branches
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Quick scrolling to the beginning/end of a message

Multiple Workspaces

  • Create multiple workspaces to separate conversations by themes
  • Group workspaces into folders; supports nesting
  • Create multiple assistants within a workspace or global assistants

Data Storage

  • Data is stored locally first, accessible offline and loads instantly
  • Cloud synchronization available after login for cross-device syncing
  • Multi-window collaboration: open multiple tabs in the same browser with responsive data synchronization

Design Details

  • Support for text files (code, csv, etc.) as attachments; AI can see file contents and names without occupying display space
  • For large text blocks, use Ctrl + V outside the input box to paste as an attachment; prevents large content from cluttering the display

  • Quote content from previous messages to user inputs for targeted follow-up questions
  • Select multiple lines of message text to copy the original Markdown

  • Automatically wrap code pasted from VSCode in code blocks with language specification

  • Support for MCP Tools, Prompts, Resources
  • STDIO and SSE connection methods
  • Install MCP-type plugins from the plugin marketplace or manually add MCP servers

Web Search

  • Web search based on SearXNG, ready to use out of the box.
  • Also provides the functionality to crawl web content via URL.
  • Supports concurrent search and concurrent crawling.
  • Convert any part of assistant responses into Artifacts
  • User-editable with version control and code highlighting
  • Control assistant read/write permissions for Artifacts
  • Open multiple Artifacts simultaneously

  • Built-in calculator, document parsing, video parsing, image generation plugins
  • Install additional plugins from the marketplace
  • Configure Gradio applications as plugins; compatible with some LobeChat plugins
  • Plugins are more than just tool calling

Lightweight and High Performance

  • Quick startup with no waiting
  • Smooth conversation switching

  • Create prompt variables using template syntax for dynamic, reusable prompts
  • Extract repetitive parts into workspace variables for prompt reusability

Additional Features

Assistant marketplace, dark mode, customizable theme colors, and more

LightHouse

Desktop Mobile

Related Projects

  • New API: AI model interface management and distribution system, supporting various large models with OpenAI-compatible format

Install the dependencies

pnpm i

Start the app in development mode (hot-code reloading, error reporting, etc.)

quasar dev

Lint the files

pnpm lint

Build the app for production

# SPA
quasar build

# PWA
quasar build -m pwa

AIaW FAQ

How do I install AIaW on different platforms?
AIaW supports Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Android, and Web (PWA). You can download installers or use the web version from the official website.
Can I use AIaW with multiple AI providers?
Yes, AIaW supports OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, xAI, Azure, and more, allowing flexible provider integration.
How does AIaW handle conversation organization?
AIaW allows creating multiple workspaces to separate conversations by themes, making management easier.
Is there support for offline or local-first usage?
AIaW is designed with a local-first approach and supports real-time cloud synchronization for seamless offline and online use.
Can I customize the AIaW interface?
Yes, AIaW offers customizable keyboard shortcuts and conversation branching for enhanced user control.
Does AIaW support plugins?
Yes, AIaW includes a plugin system to extend its capabilities and tailor the client to your needs.
How do I keep my conversations synced across devices?
AIaW provides real-time cloud sync to keep your workspaces and conversations consistent across platforms.
Where can I find documentation and support?
Comprehensive docs and a self-hosting guide are available at https://docs.aiaw.app/.