TextGen

What is TextGen?

TextGen is a free, open-source plugin that adds AI-powered templates and smart content generation to Obsidian. It integrates directly into your note-taking workflow and includes collaborative template hubs for sharing templates with other users, prompt customization via Template Metadata, broad compatibility with different language models, and an advanced template engine for dynamic templates. It is designed to streamline note-taking and content creation within your personal knowledge base, and it works seamlessly with Obsidian.

Who created TextGen?

The Text Generator Plugin was made by the YouWrite Team, as noted in the plugin’s documentation. The team built it to improve how users work with AI-driven templates and smart content generation. The plugin supports multiple language models, including gpt-4-1106-preview, gpt-3.5-instruct, Claude, Bard, and Llama, so it can connect to many different AI systems. Documentation and a GitHub repository are available on the website for further details.

Who is TextGen for?

TextGen suits users who need help with:

• Creating content
• Writing marketing copy
• General writing assistance

Key features

• Free and open-source: Use the plugin at no cost, with source code available on GitHub.
• Collaborative template hub: Share templates with others, creating a community space for generative AI ideas in note-taking.
• Smart prompt customization: Build specific prompts using Template Metadata to get the text output you need.
• Broad model support: Compatible with many language models, such as gpt-4-1106-preview, gpt-3.5-instruct, Claude, Bard, and Llama.
• Advanced template engine: Use dynamic templates to make note-taking and content generation more efficient.