BlackboxAI

BlackboxAI

A browser extension that provides real-time coding assistance and AI-powered support directly within your browser environment.

About BlackboxAI

The BLACKBOX AI Extension enhances your coding productivity by delivering instant answers and intelligent suggestions. Seamlessly integrated into your browser and GitHub workflows, it offers features like Code Chat, contextual question answering, and OCR (Image-to-Text) capabilities to streamline your development process.

How to Use

Access the BLACKBOX AI Extension via its browser icon, use customizable keyboard shortcuts, or operate directly within GitHub. Use Code Chat for coding questions, enable 'Include Context' to ask about the current webpage, and activate OCR with CTRL+E (Windows) or CMD+E (Mac) to extract text from images.

Features

OCR (Image-to-Text) conversion for extracting text from images
Real-time Code Chat for coding guidance and support
Context-aware question answering based on webpage content
Seamless GitHub integration for code-specific assistance

Use Cases

Extract text from images for coding tasks
Understand complex code snippets on GitHub
Get instant coding help without disrupting workflow
Ask questions about code directly within your browser

Best For

Web developers Coding studentsSoftware engineersProgrammers seeking quick assistanceTechnical teams

Pros

OCR feature for efficient text extraction from images
Multiple access options: icon, shortcuts, GitHub button
Provides instant answers and coding suggestions
Integrates smoothly into existing development workflows

Cons

Requires installation of the browser extension
OCR relies on keyboard shortcut activation
Effectiveness varies with AI model quality

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about BlackboxAI

How can I open the BLACKBOX AI Extension?
You can launch the extension by clicking its icon in your browser toolbar, using a keyboard shortcut, or by clicking the 'Code Chat' button on GitHub during code review.
How do I activate and use the OCR feature?
Press CTRL+E (Windows) or CMD+E (Mac) to activate OCR. Select the text area in an image, then copy or paste the extracted text as needed.
How can I ask questions about the current webpage or code?
Click the Blackbox AI icon, enable 'Include Context,' and type your question to receive relevant answers based on the page content.
Is the extension compatible with all browsers?
The BLACKBOX AI Extension is designed for popular browsers like Chrome and Firefox. Check compatibility before installation.
Can I customize keyboard shortcuts for the extension?
Yes, you can configure shortcuts in the extension settings to suit your workflow preferences.