Overview

Selectly brings AI text tools into the browser. Select a passage while reading or writing to translate it, explain it, polish it, or run a custom action.

Who it's for

People who regularly read in another language, work with text on the web, or want AI assistance within their browsing workflow.

Use it when

You want to translate a passage without leaving the page.
You need help understanding a concept or a section of text.
You want to improve something you are writing in a browser.
You have recurring text tasks that would benefit from a custom action.

Key features

Selection-based actions: work directly with the text you have selected.
Several ways to help: translation, explanation, polishing, and conversation.
Custom workflows: configure text actions around the way you work.

Why I built it

Copying text between a web page and a chat window breaks the flow of reading and thinking. Selectly brings common actions to where the text already is.

For more background, read Why I built another text selection extension.

Compared with a chat window

A general-purpose chat tool works well for open-ended conversation. Selectly focuses on quick actions around a particular piece of text in your browser.

Status

Active. Check the website for supported browsers and current installation instructions.

FAQ

What can Selectly do with text?

It supports common tasks such as translation, explanation, and polishing, as well as actions you configure for your own needs.

Where can I install it?

Visit the official website for the current version and installation instructions.