🎯 DeepSeek R1 & Spotlight-style Search for AI Models

AI models are now searchable, pinnable, and selectable in the notch, all from the comfort of your keyboard.

πŸ‘‹ Hey everyone,

We just shipped something cool: a Spotlight-style search for AI models.

What's new:

  • Type to find any model instantly with the slash sign β€œ/” in the Ask Anything field

  • Pin your favorites for quick access

  • Switch between models with keyboard shortcuts

It's that simple - just like how you'd search apps with Spotlight, but for AI.

Big thanks to @nathanredblur and @JDub who suggested this. Your feedback shapes what we build.

Pro tip: I personally pin:

  • Claude 3.5 Sonnet for everyday tasks

  • Local model when I need privacy

  • Deepseek R1 for complex thinking

  • Cerebras when speed matters

Also improved:

  • Quick workspace creation (CMD+J)

  • Better web search with Perplexity Sonar Pro

  • Added Deepseek R1's "think" tag support

Update now and let me know what you think!

Cheers, Sam

PS: Have ideas? Join us on Discord β†’ https://discord.gg/gvCMmfBRWZ

Other changes

System Improvements
  • Deepseek R1 model 164k context window (with privacy on thanks to Together)

  • Sonar & Sonar PRO as new online search models

  • Performance improvements (overall search system in multi-screen environment)

  • Sound recording fixes

  • Faster title generation when using Alter-provided models

  • Optimized image payloads

  • Improved performance of the transcript detailed card

User Interface Enhancements
  • Rework of artifacts cards

Videos on Alter 2