How to Continue Browser AI Chats in Off Grid AI Desktop in 2026

Description and use

Continue a browser AI chat on OGAD by pairing the extension and desktop, preserving context without copy‑paste.

Problem

Continuing a browser AI chat in a desktop environment without copying messages.

Outcome

The browser conversation appears in OGAD history, enabling seamless continuation without manual copy‑paste.

Workflow

• Install Node.js 20+ and clone the browser‑extension repo
• Run npm install and npm run build:chrome
• Load the unpacked extension in Chrome via chrome://extensions
• Start OGAD and select a local text model
• Open the extension and pair with the desktop by matching the six‑word code
• Confirm pairing in Settings > Desktop
• Start a new browser chat and ask a clear first question
• Ask a follow‑up and wait for reply
• Open OGAD and locate the matching conversation
• Continue the discussion on OGAD with focused questions

Evidence

Pair the Off Grid AI extension with OGAD (Off Grid AI Desktop) to share browser conversations with the desktop.

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The desktop gateway supplies model access. Pairing adds the approved link used for shared conversations and desktop tools.

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In Chrome, open chrome://extensions, enable Developer mode, select Load unpacked, and choose dist/chrome.

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For shared chats, desktop tools, or Vault, open the extension's Settings > Desktop and select Pair with desktop.

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Confirm Settings > Desktop shows the approved desktop connection.

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