Text generation web UI is designed to be the AUTOMATIC1111/stable-diffusion-webui of text generation. It features a user-friendly Gradio interface that simplifies the process of working with Large Language Models (LLMs). Users can easily restart the web UI by running the start_ script, which also handles the installation of necessary requirements. The project supports command-line flags for customization and provides a straightforward update mechanism through various update_wizard scripts. Models for the web UI are typically sourced from Hugging Face and can be downloaded directly into the designated models folder or via command-line. The project’s GitHub wiki offers extensive documentation, and contributions are welcomed following the guidelines provided. In recognition of the project’s potential, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) awarded a grant in August 2023, endorsing the independent work on this innovative platform.