Question 1

How do I set up TextCraft with Ollama on Windows?

Accepted Answer

Install Ollama, pull a language model (e.g., qwen2.5:1.5b) and an embedding model (e.g., all-minilm), download the correct TextCraft ZIP for your system, extract it, run setup.exe for dependencies, then install via OfficeAddInSetup.msi. Open Word to verify the add-in appears.

Question 2

TextCraft or Microsoft Copilot: which is better for privacy?

Accepted Answer

TextCraft is better for privacy as it uses local models via Ollama, keeping data offline, while Copilot relies on cloud processing. However, Copilot offers more seamless integration with Microsoft 365 cloud features and easier setup.

Question 3

Can I use TextCraft with cloud AI APIs like OpenAI?

Accepted Answer

Yes, set the TEXTCRAFT_OPENAI_ENDPOINT environment variable to a cloud endpoint (e.g., https://api.openai.com/v1) and provide an API key. This allows flexibility but sacrifices the offline privacy focus.

Question 4

How to change the AI prompts for proofreading in TextCraft?

Accepted Answer

Modify the TEXTCRAFT_PROOFREAD_PROMPT environment variable with a custom system prompt (e.g., 'You are a proofreading assistant...') to tailor the AI's feedback style for your specific writing needs.

Question 5

Is TextCraft compatible with Office on Mac?

Accepted Answer

No, TextCraft only supports Windows 10 or later and Microsoft Office for Windows; it won't work on Mac or other platforms due to its reliance on Windows-specific dependencies and VSTO.

Question 6

What happens if Ollama isn't running when I use TextCraft?

Accepted Answer

TextCraft will fail to generate responses or perform AI tasks, as it defaults to the Ollama endpoint. Ensure Ollama is active or reconfigure the endpoint to a cloud service for fallback functionality.

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