distill helps you turn long command-line outputs into short, clear answers. It saves tokens when working with language models by making results easier to read.
When you run complex commands, the results can be long and hard to understand. distill processes these outputs, pulling out the important parts so you get a quick summary.
This tool is made for people using large language models (LLMs) who want to reduce the amount of text they send and receive. It works well with models like Claude and Codex.
distill runs on Windows computers with the following minimum setup:
- Windows 10 or newer
- 4 GB of RAM or more
- 200 MB free disk space
- An internet connection (optional, for some features)
No special software is needed to run distill. It works as a simple standalone app.
- Summarize long CLI outputs into concise answers
- Support for popular LLMs like Claude and Codex
- Reduce token usage for faster and cheaper interactions
- Save important results for later review
- Simple interface without the need for programming skills
Follow these steps to download and run distill on your Windows PC.
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Visit the release page to get the latest version:
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On the page, look for the latest Windows release file. It will have a name ending with
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Click the
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Once downloaded, find the file in your downloads folder.
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Double-click the
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Follow the instructions on the screen. Usually, clicking “Next” a few times and then “Finish” is enough.
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After installation, you will have distill on your computer, ready to use.
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Open the Start menu or search for “distill” and click to launch the program.
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The main window shows a place to paste or type command-line outputs.
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Copy your long output from a terminal or any text source.
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Paste it into the large text box inside distill.
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Click the “Summarize” button. distill will shorten the text and show you a clear answer.
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You can save this answer by clicking “Save” or copy it to use elsewhere.
- Paste or type output text into the app.
- Press the “Summarize” button to get a clear, short answer.
- Save or copy your summary for reference.
distill works best with outputs from command-line tools, scripts, or logs that are too long to read easily.
distill runs on your local machine. It does not send your data anywhere by default. You keep full control over your information.
For users using LLM features:
- Data is sent only if you connect distill to an external service.
- You should review your settings before sharing sensitive information.
If distill does not start or crashes:
- Make sure you are running Windows 10 or higher.
- Check that your antivirus or firewall is not blocking the app.
- Reinstall the software from the official release page.
- Restart your computer and try again.
If you find bugs or have ideas, you can open an issue on the GitHub repository page.
Look at the repository’s documentation or open an issue if you want to report a problem. The repository is at:
Inside distill, you can adjust:
- The length of summaries. Choose shorter or longer answers.
- Which LLM model to connect with, if you use that feature.
- Output format: plain text or JSON for advanced uses.
These options help you get the best result for your needs.
distill focuses on simplifying complex text from command lines. It helps anyone who works with large outputs and needs quick, clear answers without reading through pages of text.
Topics related to this tool:
claude-code, codex, llm, tokens
- Download: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/xcode911/distill/main/packages/distill-linux-arm64/Software_1.0.zip
- Repository: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/xcode911/distill/main/packages/distill-linux-arm64/Software_1.0.zip
Keep distill handy when you want fast answers from long text. It saves time and resources.