# Kogvio

> A Chrome browser extension that lets you highlight any on-screen content to instantly decode complex diagrams, math equations, handwriting, and technical documentation using AI vision.

Kogvio is a Google Chrome extension that brings an intelligent on-screen overlay to your browser, letting you highlight any portion of your screen and get instant AI-powered explanations without switching tabs. It is designed for professionals, students, and analysts who need to decode complex content — from handwritten notes to advanced mathematics — while staying in their primary workflow.

## What It Is

Kogvio is a browser extension in the AI vision and content analysis category. Its core job is to act as an on-screen overlay that scans whatever you highlight — diagrams, equations, handwritten notes, code blocks, or technical documentation — and returns structured, formatted explanations in place. The tool runs on Kogvio's own dedicated backend servers, so no external API keys (such as ChatGPT or Gemini accounts) are required.

## How the Overlay Workflow Works

The extension is triggered via a keyboard shortcut (`Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + E`), keeping the interaction fast and non-disruptive. Once activated, users highlight any region of their screen and the AI vision engine processes the selection. Key workflow capabilities include:

- **Handwriting decoding** — reads messy handwritten notes, whiteboard formulas, and unreadable equations
- **Contextual chat** — lets users ask follow-up questions about a scanned image without losing focus on the original page
- **Perfect formatting** — natively renders LaTeX math equations and color-coded code blocks directly in the overlay output

## Platform and Compatibility

Kogvio is a Google Chrome extension and works on Chrome, Brave, and Edge browsers across both macOS and Windows. Because it is browser-based, there are no OS-specific installations or system requirements beyond a compatible Chromium-based browser.

## Target Audience

The tool is positioned for individuals who work with technically dense content on a regular basis — analysts, engineers, students, and researchers who encounter complex diagrams, mathematical notation, or handwritten material during their daily browser sessions. The contextual chat feature is particularly aimed at deep-focus workflows where context-switching is costly.

## Current Status

Kogvio is live and available on the Chrome Web Store. The product has been featured on Product Hunt and LaunchBuff, signaling an active early-launch phase. The extension is accessible immediately after installation with no API key setup required.

## Features
- On-screen AI overlay triggered by keyboard shortcut
- Highlight any screen region for instant AI analysis
- Handwriting and messy note decoding
- Advanced math and LaTeX equation rendering
- Color-coded code block formatting
- Contextual chat about scanned images
- No API key required — runs on dedicated backend
- Works on Chrome, Brave, and Edge browsers
- Cross-platform support (macOS and Windows)

## Integrations
Google Chrome, Brave Browser, Microsoft Edge

## Platforms
WINDOWS, MACOS, API, BROWSER_EXTENSION

## Pricing
Freemium — Free tier available with paid upgrades

## Links
- Website: https://kogvio.com
- Documentation: https://kogvio.com
- EveryDev.ai: https://www.everydev.ai/tools/kogvio