Aquin / Aquin Lucid — All-in-One AI-Enhanced Browsing and Local AI Studio is an open-source ecosystem that combines an AI-powered search engine, a privacy-first browser, and local AI-assisted editors for PDFs, documents, and more. It aims to deliver precise information, zero cloud storage, and a multi-modal, distraction-free browsing and editing experience. The project emphasizes local data processing, security, and integrated AI tooling for students, professionals, artists, and developers.
Key Concepts
- AI Search Engine: Ultra-accurate results with no sponsor influence, enabling deeper AI-assisted insights.
- Zen Mode: Focused, distraction-free browsing with dynamic lighting to optimize concentration.
- Local-First Philosophy: All data stays local; no cloud storage or data leaving your device.
- Local Editors: Built-in AI-assisted editors for PDFs, Word, and Sheets to view, edit, and interact with local documents and files.
- Split View & Split Screen: Multitasking-capable UI to compare pages and work across multiple sources simultaneously.
- Local File Management & AI Integrations: Seamless AI assist within local documents and files.
- Pinned Tabs & Quick Access: Keep essential work at your fingertips for quick retrieval.
How It Works
- Local-first data handling. Your files and browsing data remain on your device; no cloud syncing by default.
- AI-assisted search and interaction. The AI search engine queries the web and then interacts with uploaded or local files to answer questions and extract insights.
- Multi-modal experience. Combine AI search, local editors, and browser features (Split View, Zen Mode) to research, edit, and manage information efficiently.
- Open-source & privacy-focused. Emphasizes security, sandboxing, and user-controlled data processing.
Core Features
- Open-Source project with Aquin ecosystem components
- AI Search Engine delivering precise, unbiased results with AI-assisted insights
- Zen Mode for distraction-free browsing with adaptive lighting
- Fast, secure browser focused on privacy (no trackers, no cloud reliance)
- Split View and Split Screen for multitasking across pages
- Local PDFs editor/reader with AI integrations
- Local Documents editor (Word & Sheets) with AI features
- Local File Management for PDFs, Word, Sheets with AI assistance
- AI interactions with uploaded or local files to answer queries
- Pinned Tabs for quick access to essential work
- Zero cloud storage by default; data remains local and secure
Safety and Privacy Considerations
- Designed for privacy-conscious users: data stays locally on the device; no mandatory cloud storage.
- Ideal for individuals and teams who require secure handling of sensitive documents and browsing activity.
Potential Use Cases
- Students researching with local notes and AI-enhanced searches
- Professionals editing local PDFs and documents with AI assistance
- Creatives and developers organizing research and code-related documents offline
- Teams coordinating using split view to compare sources side-by-side
How to Use (General Workflow)
- Open Aquin Lucid in your browser.
- Use the AI Search Engine to query topics, then interact with results and related local files.
- Open Local PDFs or Local Documents to view and edit with built-in AI enhancements.
- Use Split View to compare multiple pages or documents; enable Zen Mode for focused sessions.
Target Audiences
- Students
- Corporates
- Teachers
- Professionals
- Artists
- Gamers
Note
- This solution emphasizes local data processing and privacy. It’s designed to deliver a secure, streamlined, and productive browsing and editing experience without cloud storage by default.