# Raycast just leveled up…for a price ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uQnv7gRusP4/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Welcome! [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=0s) - [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] is an app launcher for [[MacOS | macOS]], described as an awesome app launcher with several videos previously made about it, which can be found in the description for more information on how the app works overall [(00:00:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=2s). - Raycast has launched a pro subscription, available for either $10 a month or $96 per year, which adds new features to the app [(00:00:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=14s). - The pro subscription features will be demonstrated in real-life usage, comparing them to the marketing site, to give an idea of what is included and whether it is worth the cost [(00:00:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=23s). - The video creator is not sponsored by Raycast and has personally paid nearly $100 to show the features, hoping to cover the cost through ad sense [(00:00:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=30s). - As of the current time, it appears that no features were removed from the app and put behind the pro subscription, so users can continue using the app as they have been without losing any functionality [(00:00:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=47s). - The new pro features are additive to the app, allowing users to choose whether to pay for them or continue using the app as they have been [(00:00:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=58s). - It is possible that future updates may prioritize features for pro subscription users, but this is not certain [(00:01:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=67s). - As of the current time, users can continue using [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] as they have been, and the new features are available for those who want to try them [(00:01:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=74s). ## Overview [(00:01:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=83s) - Raycast has introduced new features, which include Raycast AI as the main feature. [(00:01:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=92s) - Other notable features include Cloud Sync for syncing data between devices, custom themes, unlimited clipboard history, and pro APIs. [(00:01:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=99s) - A blog post announcing the new features is available, with a link provided in the description. [(00:01:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=88s) ## Raycast AI [(00:01:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=106s) - [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] AI is built on Chat [[Generative pre-trained transformer | GPT]], the Open AI GPT API, allowing users to ask the AI anything by hitting Tab [(00:01:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=108s). - Users can ask questions, and the AI will provide a response, which can be copied, pasted, or used to continue the chat by hitting Command J [(00:01:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=113s). - The AI can also be used to refine answers based on additional criteria, such as narrowing down a list of cities to those within the US [(00:02:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=149s). - Raycast AI allows users to select text on their computer screen and perform various actions on it, such as explaining code step by step [(00:02:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=176s). - The "explain code step by step" feature can be helpful for non-expert coders who often find [[Stack Overflow]] answers assume a higher level of expertise [(00:03:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=207s). - Raycast AI also supports search AI commands, including explaining text in simple terms, fixing spelling and grammar, and more [(00:03:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=229s). - Users can access these features by selecting text and opening [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]], then typing a command or selecting a built-in action [(00:03:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=193s). - The ability to use Raycast AI requires a monthly subscription, as explained in a post by Raycast [(00:03:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=222s). ## GPT 4 update [(00:04:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=260s) - The current version of [[Generative pre-trained transformer | GPT]] being used is GPT 3.5 [(00:04:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=260s) - There are plans to integrate [[GPT-4 | GPT 4]] for pro users, as mentioned in a post in the [[Slack (software) | Slack]] channel [(00:04:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=265s) - The integration of GPT 4 for pro users is likely to increase the cost of the pro subscription [(00:04:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=269s) - The current GPT 3.5 version is sufficient for text-based tasks [(00:04:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=281s) ## Custom themes [(00:04:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=284s) - [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] now has a feature that allows users to customize the appearance of the application with different themes, which can be accessed by typing "theme" in the search bar and opening the theme studio [(00:04:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=294s). - There are several pre-set themes available, including Raycast light, Raycast dark, sky, sunset, midnight, dawn, overcast, and noon, each with its own unique color scheme and background [(00:05:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=307s). - Users can also create their own custom themes by selecting a preset background or uploading a custom image, and then customizing the colors used for text, selection, and other elements [(00:05:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=325s). - The custom theme editor allows users to tweak the colors to their liking, including changing the text color, selection color, and colors used for tags and other elements [(00:05:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=339s). - The loader color, which is displayed when the application is loading, can also be customized [(00:05:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=350s). - Once a custom theme is created, it can be saved and used as the default theme for the application [(00:06:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=362s). - Switching between different themes is also possible, and the changes are applied immediately [(00:06:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=366s). - While the theme customization feature is a great start, it is not incredibly powerful and could benefit from more customization options in the future [(00:06:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=377s). ## Unlimited clipboard history [(00:06:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=388s) - Raycast's settings include an option for clipboard history, which may not be necessary for everyone, especially those who use a paste spot for managing clipboard content [(00:06:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=389s). - Previously, users could keep their clipboard history for 24 hours, seven days, or longer terms, up to three months [(00:06:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=403s). - Pro subscribers can now save their clipboard history for six months, a year, or unlimited time [(00:06:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=412s). - The unlimited option may cause storage concerns, as it saves all clipboard content, including images, which can take up a significant amount of space on the hard drive [(00:06:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=418s). - Users should be cautious when enabling the unlimited clipboard history option due to potential storage issues [(00:07:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=430s). - The unlimited clipboard history feature allows users to access old clipboard content, which can be useful in certain situations, such as trying to recall something copied eight months ago [(00:07:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=434s). ## Cross-device sync [(00:07:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=446s) - Cloud Sync is a feature in [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] that allows users to sync their settings and data across multiple devices, which can be enabled in the settings as it is off by default [(00:07:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=447s). - With Cloud Sync, users can keep their Raycast configurations, including extensions, in sync across different devices, eliminating the need to remember and manually configure settings on each device [(00:07:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=455s). - However, certain data will not be synced, including clipboard history, due to potential large file sizes and privacy concerns [(00:07:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=479s). - Additionally, passwords and credentials, as well as general and advanced settings, will not be synced through Cloud Sync [(00:08:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=491s). - The reason for not syncing general and advanced settings is not explicitly stated, but it is acknowledged that these settings do not currently synchronize across devices [(00:08:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=503s). - Cloud Sync is useful for users who use Raycast on multiple devices, allowing them to keep their settings and data more in sync than before [(00:08:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=510s). ## Better dev tools [(00:08:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=515s) - Developers now have access to pro APIs, allowing them to tap into the [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] AI features when building extensions for Raycast [(00:08:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=522s). - The new pro APIs will provide developers with new abilities to create interesting apps or extensions for Raycast [(00:08:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=526s). - The community of developers building extensions for Raycast is vibrant, and it is expected that people will work on creating new and useful extensions using the pro APIs [(00:08:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=536s). ## Final thoughts [(00:09:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=546s) - Raycast Pro has been covered, and more information can be found through the link in the description, which includes additional videos and a link to Raycast's website. [(00:09:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=547s) - A totally free version of [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] is available for those who want to use it without the Pro features. [(00:09:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=557s) - To access the Pro features, users can sign up for Raycast Pro. [(00:09:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=562s) - The video has come to an end, with a thank you message to the viewers for watching. [(00:09:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQnv7gRusP4&t=564s)