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Getting Started with LightUp

Introduction

✨ Welcome to LightUp Beta

LightUp is currently in beta, available through manual installation from GitHub. This guide will walk you through the installation process and help you get started with AI-powered annotations on any webpage.

Features

  • Smart Text Analysis: Get instant explanations for complex text passages
  • Multiple Modes:
    • πŸ” Explain - Detailed explanations of text
    • πŸ“ Summarize - Quick summaries of longer content
    • πŸ“Š Analyze - Deep analysis of selected content
    • 🌐 Translate - Instant translations to any language
    • 🎯 Focus - Stay in your reading flow
  • AI Model Options:
    • OpenAI GPT Models (GPT-4, GPT-3.5)
    • Local LLM Support (llama.cpp, LM Studio, Text Generation WebUI)
    • Google Gemini Models (Pro, 1.5 Pro, 1.5 Flash)
    • Grok-beta by xAI

Manual Installation

⚠️ Beta Installation Notice

LightUp is currently in beta and requires manual installation through developer mode. Chrome Web Store installation will be available in future releases.

1Download Extension Files

  • Visit the LightUp Releases page on GitHub
  • Download the latest ZIP file (e.g., lightup-vX.X.X.zip)
  • Extract the ZIP file to a location on your computer

2Enable Developer Mode

  • Open Chrome or Brave browser
  • Go to chrome://extensions in your browser
  • Enable the β€œDeveloper mode” toggle in the top-right corner

3Load the Extension

  • Click β€œLoad unpacked” in the top-left corner
  • Select the folder where you extracted the ZIP file
  • The LightUp extension icon should appear in your browser toolbar

4Pin the Extension

  • Click the puzzle piece icon in your browser toolbar
  • Find LightUp and click the pin icon
  • The LightUp icon will now be easily accessible

AI Setup

1Choose Your AI Backend

  • OpenAI (Recommended for most users):
    • Get your API key from OpenAI Platform
    • Click the LightUp icon and go to Settings
    • Enter your API key in the OpenAI section
  • Local LLM:
    • Install LM Studio or Text Generation WebUI
    • Start your local server
    • Configure the endpoint in LightUp settings
  • Google Gemini:
    • Get your API key from Google AI Studio
    • Enter the API key in LightUp settings
    • Select your preferred Gemini model
  • Grok-beta by xAI:
    • Get your API key from Grok-beta by xAI
    • Enter the API key in LightUp settings
    • Select your preferred Gemini model

Usage Guide

1Basic Usage

  • Select any text on a webpage
  • The LightUp popup will appear automatically
  • Choose your desired mode (Explain, Summarize, etc.)
  • Get instant AI-powered insights

2Advanced Features

  • Use follow-up questions to dive deeper into topics
  • Switch between different AI models for varied responses
  • Use keyboard shortcuts for quick mode switching
  • Toggle dark mode for comfortable reading

Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Mode Switching
    • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + Z β†’ Explain Mode
    • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + S β†’ Summarize Mode
    • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + A β†’ Analyze Mode
    • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + T β†’ Translate Mode
    • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + R β†’ Focus Mode
    • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + D β†’ Theme Toggle

Troubleshooting

Common Issues
  • Extension not loading: Try removing and re-loading the extension
  • API Key issues: Verify your API key is correctly entered
  • Local LLM connection: Ensure your local server is running and the endpoint is correct
  • Need help? Visit our GitHub Issues page