
Ctrl-F GPT
A browser extension that enhances the default Ctrl+F functionality by integrating AI-driven semantic search and regular expression capabilities for more powerful text searches.
About Ctrl-F GPT
CtrlF-GPT is a versatile browser extension available on GitHub that transforms the standard Ctrl+F search function with advanced AI features. It enables users to perform searches using natural language queries, leveraging OpenAI's models for semantic understanding. The extension supports regex-based searches, synonym and antonym matching, and identifies similar text segments on web pages. Users can navigate search results efficiently using keyboard shortcuts and toggle case sensitivity easily.
How to Use
Download and install the CtrlF-GPT extension from GitHub. Use Ctrl+F as usual, then type natural language queries to find relevant text. Press ENTER to move to the next match and SHIFT+ENTER for the previous match. Toggle case sensitivity and access other features through designated keyboard shortcuts.
Features
- Supports regex-based searches for pattern matching
- Finds similar text passages quickly
- Performs antonym and synonym searches to broaden results
- Case-insensitive search option for flexibility
- Powered by ChatGPT for semantic search accuracy
- Allows natural language queries for intuitive searching
Use Cases
- Searching concepts or ideas even if exact words differ
- Utilizing regex to locate specific text patterns
- Navigating search results efficiently with keyboard shortcuts
- Finding information on web pages when exact keywords are unknown
Best For
Pros
- Enables regex for sophisticated pattern matching
- Keyboard shortcuts streamline navigation
- Provides AI-powered semantic understanding for better results
- Identifies similar text segments easily
- Supports natural language queries for intuitive searching
- Includes synonym and antonym matching to expand search scope
Cons
- Search performance may vary based on webpage complexity
- Depends on OpenAI API, which may require subscription or API key
- Semantic search accuracy relies on AI model capabilities
