FoldSum is a free-to-use browser extension that allows users to summarize and translate text on any webpage. It supports inline summarization, multiple output formats, layered nested summaries, and summarization and translation in one step. FoldSum utilizes web-based ChatGPT or POE as summarization and translation engines without incurring extra token costs.
What is FoldSum?
How to use
Install the FoldSum browser extension. Select the text you want to summarize or translate on any webpage. Use the FoldSum options to specify the output format and language. The summarized or translated text will be displayed inline.
Core Features
- Inline summarization and translation
- Multiple output formats (concise text, headline, key points)
- Layered nested summaries
- Summarization and translation in one step
- Unlimited summarization of selected text
- Uses ChatGPT or POE without extra token costs
Use Cases
- Quickly summarize long articles or documents
- Translate text on foreign language websites
- Create concise summaries for research or note-taking
- Generate headlines for blog posts or articles
- Extract key points from lengthy reports
FAQ
Is FoldSum free to use?
Yes, FoldSum is free to use, with no extra token cost for summarization and translation.
What summarization and translation engines does FoldSum use?
FoldSum uses web-based ChatGPT or POE as summarization and translation engines.
Can I customize FoldSum's settings?
Yes, FoldSum provides various customization options in the extension's settings page, such as disabling the floating button and switching the language for summarization translation.
Pricing
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free to use with no extra token costs
- Supports multiple output formats and languages
- Easy to use with inline summarization
- Utilizes powerful AI engines (ChatGPT/POE)
- Unlimited summarization
Cons
- Relies on external services (ChatGPT/POE) availability
- Potential privacy concerns with sending text to external services
- Summarization quality depends on the AI engine's performance