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PromptOS - A desktop AI agent that actually controls your machine — not just a chatbot

Prompt OS is an open-source Python desktop app that gives any LLM direct access to your local machine through a real agentic loop.


Capabilities

It doesn't just answer questions—it takes action. Prompt OS chains tools together until the task is actually done by:

  • System Control: Runs shell commands and executes Python scripts.
  • Web & Browser: Controls your browser and searches the web.
  • Document Processing: Reads PDFs, DOCX, and XLSX files.
  • Vision & Context: Interprets your screen via vision models and manages your clipboard.

Real-World Examples

User: "What's eating my RAM?"

Prompt OS: Runs the necessary system commands and identifies the processes for you.

User: "Rename all images in my Downloads by date."

Prompt OS: Writes the Python script and executes it autonomously.


Supported Providers

Switch between your favorite LLMs directly from the GUI:

  • Anthropic
  • Google
  • OpenAI
  • Groq
  • OpenRouter
  • And more...

Note: Two providers are completely free with no API key required.


Privacy & Open Source

  • Local First: Everything runs locally. Your memory, keys, and system prompts are all stored in plain files you can inspect and edit.
  • Open Source: Released under the MIT License.

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