AI Writing
Typeahead
AI autocomplete that works across every app on your Mac, finishing your sentences locally with no cloud processing.
Typeahead
What is Typeahead?
Typeahead is a macOS app that provides AI-powered autocomplete suggestions as you type in any application. It runs entirely on your device, ensuring privacy, and learns your writing style over time.
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How to use Typeahead?
- 1Download and install Typeahead from the website.
- 2The app runs in the background automatically.
- 3Start typing in any app (e.g., Mail, Slack, Notion).
- 4When an inline suggestion appears, press Tab to accept it.
Typeahead Key Features
- Runs locally with no cloud processing
- Inline autocomplete suggestions in any Mac app
- Press Tab to accept suggestions
- Learns your writing style over time
- GPU-accelerated for zero lag
- One-time purchase with no subscription
- Works offline after initial license check
Typeahead Use Cases
- Writing emails faster in Apple Mail, Gmail, Outlook
- Completing messages in Slack, Discord, Telegram
- Drafting documents in Notion, Google Docs, Obsidian
- Writing status updates, PR descriptions, and issue comments
Typeahead Pricing & Free Credits
Typeahead currently operates on a Paid model.
Typeahead Pros & Cons
Pros
- 100% private – all processing happens on your Mac
- Works in every app, not just browsers or IDEs
- One-time payment, no subscription fees
- Fast, GPU-accelerated performance
Cons
- Only available for macOS (requires macOS 14+)
- Requires 8GB RAM and 3GB disk space for AI model
- Initial setup may take time to learn your style
What is Typeahead best for?
- Mac users who type a lot and want to save time
- Professionals who send many emails daily
- Developers who need autocomplete for non-code writing
- Non-native speakers looking to improve fluency