AI Grammar Fixer

A lightweight background application that corrects grammar, spelling, and punctuation using the Google Gemini API. Triggered by a simple hotkey, it seamlessly integrates into your workflow, enhancing text accuracy across various applications.

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Features

• System Tray Operation: Runs silently in the background without a terminal window.
• Hotkey Activation: Press Ctrl + ; to correct selected text instantly.
• Powered by Google Gemini API: Utilizes the latest LLM from Google for grammar and spelling corrections.
• Clipboard Management: Automatically copies corrected text back to the clipboard.
• Cross-Application Compatibility: Works with any application where text can be copied and pasted.

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Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/NeuralFalconYT/AI-Grammar-Fixer.git
   cd AI-Grammar-Fixer

2. Install Dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Set Up Google Gemini API Key:

   • Sign In: Visit Google AI Studio and sign in with your Google account.

   • Generate API Key: Navigate to https://aistudio.google.com/apikey and create a new API key.

   • Store the Key: Create a .env file in the project root and add your API key:

     Gemini_API=YOUR_GOOGLE_GEMINI_API_KEY
     

4. Run the Application:

   python app.py

   The application will start, and an icon will appear in your system tray.

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Usage

• Activate: Select any text in an application and press Ctrl + ;.
• Corrected Text: The selected text will be replaced with its corrected version using Google Gemini.
• Exit: Right-click the system tray icon and select Quit to close the application.

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Customization

• Hotkey: Modify the hotkey by editing the keyboard.add_hotkey() function in app.py.
• API Integration: Currently uses Google Gemini API. You can update the generate_script() function to integrate with other APIs if desired.

How to Get a Free Gemini API Key

1. Sign in to Google AI Studio Visit Google AI Studio and sign in with your Google account.

   

2. Navigate to the API Keys Page Click on “Create API Key” to generate a new key.

   

3. Select a Project Choose an existing project or create a new one.

   

4. Copy Your API Key Once the key is generated, copy it to a safe place.

   

5. Set Up Your .env File Inside the project folder AI-Grammar-Fixer, create a file named .env and add your Gemini API key:

   Gemini_API=YOUR_API_KEY_HERE