RayCast Extension (unofficial)
FreeInteract with OpenAI's ChatGPT right from your command bar
FreeFree tier
About RayCast Extension (unofficial)
The ChatGPT Raycast Extension is an open-source tool that brings OpenAI's ChatGPT directly into the Raycast command bar. Users can ask questions, continue conversations, and save answers without leaving their workflow. It supports GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 models, custom engines, auto-saved conversation history, text-to-speech, proxy configurations, and other customizable preferences. The extension requires a valid OpenAI API key with a pay-as-you-go plan.
Key Features
Ask anything from the Raycast command bar
Customize the AI model with custom engines
Continue conversations where you left off
Save answers for later retrieval
Auto-save all conversation history for quick lookup
Supports GPT-3.5-turbo and GPT-4 models (with API access)
Enable text-to-speech for generated answers
Proxy support for requests (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4, SOCKS5)
Auto-load selected text from frontmost application
Use full text input form for longer questions
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open source and free to use (MIT license)
- Seamless integration with Raycast for quick access
- Supports both GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 (subject to API access)
- Auto-saves conversation history for easy retrieval
- Customizable preferences including proxy and TTS
- Built by the community with regular updates
Cons
- Requires a paid OpenAI API key (free-tier OpenAI accounts cause errors)
- Dependent on the Raycast application (macOS only)
- Unofficial extension, not maintained by OpenAI
- Model availability depends on OpenAI API access
Best For
Getting AI-generated answers without leaving RaycastContinuing conversations across sessionsSaving and searching past Q&A historyUsing custom model parameters for specific tasksAccessing ChatGPT via a keyboard-driven interface
FAQ
Do I need an OpenAI API key?
Yes, you need a valid OpenAI API key with a pay-as-you-go plan. Free-tier accounts may receive 429 errors.
Does the extension support GPT-4?
Yes, but you must have access to the GPT-4 API via OpenAI's waitlist to see the GPT-4 model option.
Is this extension free?
The extension itself is free and open source under the MIT license, but you pay OpenAI for API usage.
How is my data handled?
All preferences and conversation history are stored locally using Raycast's Preferences API.