Recapext is an open-source Chrome extension that helps you condense text on web pages. It works via integration with ChatGPT: you highlight a passage, run the extension, and get a short summary.
How it works
- Select the text you want to summarize on any website
- Launch the Recapext extension in Chrome
- Receive a concise recap generated with ChatGPT
Who it’s for
- Students reviewing long articles and study materials
- Researchers scanning sources and references
- Professionals who read and analyze large volumes of online content
Features and limitations
- Uses ChatGPT to generate short summaries
- Chrome-only support (no other browsers)
- Requires a ChatGPT account to work
- Runs locally in the browser without sending data to third-party services
The interface is designed to be straightforward, and installation doesn’t require special skills. New users may still need a bit of time to get familiar with the UI and options.
