Rethinking the Modern Document Editor

The introduction of large language models (LLMs) has marked a significant shift in how we use tools to think and create, moving us beyond static interfaces toward more dynamic, collaborative partners. Being a few years into this shift, we have also seen an evolution in the ways these tool incorporate AI.

An instance of this evolution is how programmers, in the early days of LLMs, would keep a chat window open in a separate browser, patiently copy-pasting code snippets back and forth, a workflow reminiscent of browsing forums like StackOverflow.

This fragmented approach was soon reimagined by tools like Cursor and GitHub Copilot, which integrates AI capabilities directly into the coding environment, eliminating the need for constant context-switching. Giving the model access to the entire codebase allowed for more relevant suggestions and direct manipulation of the code, leading to a smoother, faster, and more productive workflow.

A More Intentional Approach to Writing

This same evolution, however, has been slow to arrive in the world of writing (as well as other fields). While developers have embraced integrated AI assistants, writers and content creators are still working with tools that feel disconnected from this new potential.

So, we built a tool called Wasabee. Our goal was to create a writing environment where AI feels like a natural extension of your thinking. It isn't a tool for generating content in bulk. Instead, it’s designed for the more focused work of writing: making precise edits, exploring different perspectives, and connecting ideas, much like you would with a human collaborator.

Wasabee is built around a direct chat interface. You use plain language to guide the AI, asking it to draft, edit, or restructure your text. This keeps you in control; the AI acts on your instructions, it doesn’t guess what you want. We’ve also included features that help you connect ideas across your documents. You can use semantic search to find related concepts in your workspace and weave them into your current work, turning scattered notes into a cohesive piece.

The way we interact with technology shapes how we think. For developers, integrated AI has already reshaped their craft, making it more fluid and powerful. The world of writing deserves the same thoughtful evolution. It is time to move beyond disconnected tools and toward a more intentional relationship with AI. Wasabee is our answer to that need: a quiet, capable partner designed to help you write with greater clarity and control. It’s not about replacing the writer, but empowering them.