Show HN: Mira – Search for files semantically – no exact filenames required
Mira is a local-first desktop application designed to enhance file searching capabilities. It allows users to search for files using plain English without needing exact filenames. The application features metadata search, content extraction, and semantic search powered by local embeddings.
- ▪Mira enables users to search files in plain English without requiring exact filenames.
- ▪The application supports metadata search, content extraction, and semantic search.
- ▪Mira processes files locally, ensuring that user data remains on their device.
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Mira From Latin mīrāre - to look, to see, to behold. Mira is a local-first desktop application that turns your folders into a searchable, intelligent workspace. Search files in plain English - no exact filenames required. Install Download the latest macOS build from the GitHub Releases page. Open the .dmg and drag Mira into Applications. Because Mira is not yet notarized by Apple, macOS will show "Mira is damaged and can't be opened" on first launch. Remove the quarantine flag by running this once in Terminal: xattr -cr /Applications/Mira.app Launch Mira from Applications.
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