Beam

What is Beam?

Beam is a ChatGPT interface for macOS that puts the AI one keyboard shortcut away, in any application. Instead of switching apps or copying and pasting text back and forth, you press a shortcut and a floating chat window opens over whatever you’re working on — another app, a website, or a document. The app is lightweight and follows the interface conventions Mac users expect.

Beam was created by David Ryan and targets Mac users who want faster, less disruptive access to ChatGPT throughout the workday, with an emphasis on productivity features such as macros and direct PDF interaction.

Key Features

• Instant access: Open a floating chat window with a keyboard shortcut in any application, without leaving your current work.
• AI profiles: Build custom profiles that tailor GPT responses to specific tasks.
• Macros: Assign text shortcuts to phrases and snippets you type often.
• PDF interaction: Generate summaries and ask questions about the contents of your PDF documents through ChatGPT.
• Privacy and security: Beam requests no special system permissions, and your data stays stored locally on your Mac.

Pricing and Availability

Beam is a one-time purchase of $39 or $79. Both tiers include lifetime access, free future updates, and a license that can be moved to another device if needed. A 7-day money-back guarantee covers the purchase, and support is available if you need help.