TextCompare

A web-based text editor for comparing and rewriting text, featuring side-by-side editing, markdown support, and AI-assisted rewriting powered by Ollama.

Features

• Dual-Column Interface

  • Left column for new text
  • Right column for original text
  • Adjustable column widths
  • Synchronized scrolling option
  • Markdown preview support
  • Word count and last updated timestamps

• File Management

  • Organized folder structure for text pairs
  • Save and load text files
  • Automatic file listing
  • Markdown file support
  • File structure:

    data/
    ├── text-pair-1/
    │   ├── text-pair-1_original.md
    │   └── text-pair-1_new.md
    ├── text-pair-2/
    │   ├── text-pair-2_original.md
    │   └── text-pair-2_new.md
    └── ...
    

• AI Integration

  • Powered by Ollama LLM
  • Multiple model support
  • Adjustable terminal height
  • Commands for text manipulation:
    • /rewrite - Rewrite text more concisely
    • /improve - Enhance clarity and style
    • /summarize - Create brief summary
    • /expand - Add details and examples
  • Text reference commands:
    • /old - Reference original text
    • /new - Reference new text
    • /both - Reference both texts

• Markdown Support

  • Live markdown preview
  • Full markdown syntax support
  • Preserved formatting in AI operations

Requirements

• Python 3.6+
• Flask
• Requests
• Ollama (optional, for AI features)

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone [repository-url]
   cd textcompare

2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. (Optional) Install Ollama for AI features:

   • Download from ollama.com
   • Install and start the Ollama service
   • Download a model (e.g., llama3)

Usage

1. Start the application:

   python app.py

   Or use the setup script:

   setup.bat

2. Open your browser to http://127.0.0.1:5000

3. Basic Usage:

   • Enter or paste text in either column
   • Adjust column widths by dragging the handle between columns
   • Use the file controls to save/load
   • Toggle markdown preview as needed
   • Enable sync scrolling if desired
   • Monitor word count and last updated timestamps

4. AI Features (requires Ollama):

   • Click "Connect" in the terminal
   • Select a model from the dropdown
   • Adjust terminal height by dragging the handle
   • Use commands or ask questions
   • Reference text using /old, /new, or /both

Development

The application is built with:

• Flask for the backend
• Vanilla JavaScript for the frontend
• CSS for styling
• Ollama API for AI features

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. You are free to use, modify, and distribute this software as long as you provide attribution to the original author.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.