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OpenAI - GPT4.5 (recommended)
Anthropic - Claude Sonnet 3.7
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Model
Choose between different AI models for your content generation
Byword offers two powerful AI text generation models that you can select based on your content needs. You can toggle between these models in your
account settings
.
Available models
OpenAI - GPT4.5 (recommended)
Our most versatile model that has powered Byword since launch:
Familiar GPT technology with advanced reasoning capabilities
Leverages OpenAI’s latest o3 reasoning model for article generation
Well-tested with Byword’s systems
Comprehensive SEO optimization capabilities
Best performance with Live Search features
Anthropic - Claude Sonnet 3.7
Our newly integrated model that offers several advantages:
Higher quality writing that sounds more natural and human
Better at maintaining consistent tone throughout articles
Improved contextual understanding of topics
More nuanced handling of complex subjects
Recently added to the platform
Live Search & External Links
Live Search
Byword now offers a Live Search feature that enhances your content with real-time information:
Automatically searches for current data, statistics, and recent developments related to your topic
Incorporates up-to-date information seamlessly into your articles
Ideal for topics that require recent information or frequently changing data
Works with both OpenAI and Claude models, though
OpenAI is recommended
for optimal performance
External Links
When Live Search is enabled, you can also activate External Links:
Automatically includes relevant external links to authoritative sources
Links are added contextually on important phrases, statistics, or company names
All external links include
rel="nofollow"
for SEO best practices
Typically includes 4-6 high-quality links per article
Only available when Live Search is enabled
External Links require Live Search to be active, as the links are sourced from the live research data.
Choosing the right model
Your model selection affects all content generated through your account. Consider these factors when choosing:
Performance
: OpenAI provides the most comprehensive feature set, including enhanced reasoning for complex topics
Content style
: If you prioritize a specific writing style, Claude Sonnet offers excellent natural language flow
Live Search needs
: OpenAI provides superior integration with Live Search capabilities
API usage
: For Unlimited plan users, your selection affects your API consumption
You can switch between models at any time to test which works best for your specific content needs.
Future developments
We’re continuously evaluating and integrating the best AI technology available:
We’re constantly updating our models to incorporate the latest AI advances
Live Search capabilities will continue to expand with new data sources
Future model updates will be automatically incorporated to ensure you always have access to the latest capabilities
Performance optimizations across both models are ongoing
To change your model preference, visit your
Byword settings page
and select your preferred option under “Text generation model.”
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