MinimalChat: A Simple and Customizable LLM Chat Client

What is MinimalChat?

MinimalChat is an open-source, lightweight chat application supporting multiple language models like GPT-4 Omni and various Local/Custom Model Endpoints. It is designed to be simple, fully featured, and highly responsive, with full mobile PWA support.

Self-Hosting with Docker

docker pull tannermiddleton/minimal-chat:latest

Application Demo

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Experience the Power of Web Local LLM Models

Thanks to Web LLM, you can now download and cache popular LLM models like llama-3-8b-instruct directly in your browser.

More details in the Wiki

Getting Started

Installation

1. Install packages: npm install
2. Build the app: npm run build
3. Start local server: npm run previewfor Production mode or npm run dev for development mode.

Configuration

Visit the Wiki for detailed configuration options

Features

• Minimal layout
• Voiced conversational interactions with STT and TTS
• Supports multiple language models:
  • GPT Model
  • Open AI Response Formatted APIs (custom/local)
  • Load and host full models locally in your own browser with WebLLM
• Switch models mid-conversation
• Swipe gestures for quick settings and conversation access
• Edit, regenerate, or delete past messages
• Markdown support
• Code syntax highlighting
• Basic DALL-E 3 integration
• Conversation importing/exporting
• Mobile responsive layout
• PWA support

FAQs

Is MinimalChat free?

Yes, MinimalChat is open-source and free. However, API keys are required for some language models.

Can I use MinimalChat offline?

Yes, by using LM Studio to host a local LLM Model or by loading a full model into your browser.

Are my conversations secure?

Yes, all conversations are stored locally on your device.

Is MinimalChat mobile-compatible?

Yes, it is fully mobile-compatible and can be installed as a PWA.

Mobile Swipe Gestures

• Swipe left on the input box to open Conversations.
• Swipe right on the input box to open Settings.
• Double tap the settings page to expand/collapse the side panel.

Integration with Open AI Response Formatted APIs

Supports any API endpoint returning responses formatted according to OpenAI's specifications.

More information in the Wiki

Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please:

• Submit issues via the issue tracker
• Fork the repository, make changes, and submit a pull request
• Follow coding style and conventions
• Provide clear commit messages and pull request descriptions

Troubleshooting

• Ensure a stable internet connection
• Verify API keys and permissions
• Clear browser cache as a last resort

Report issues via the issue tracker

License

Licensed under the MIT License. See LICENSE for details.

Contact

For questions, feedback, or suggestions:

• GitHub Issues
• Discord: fingerthief#0453

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Thank you for using MinimalChat!