# Smart Assist Input

> The SmartAssistInput is a next-generation, reusable input field designed to go far beyond a plain text box. It not only lets users type, but also actively assists them by remembering their previous inputs (via local history), offering quick re-selection with a dropdown, and providing built-in actions like copy and clear.

- Author: [Ruixen UI](https://21st.dev/@ruixen.ui)
- Library: [Ruixen UI](https://21st.dev/@ruixen.ui/library/ruixen-ui)
- License: unknown
- npm dependencies: lucide-react
- Live preview: https://21st.dev/@ruixen.ui/components/smart-assist-input

## Install

```bash
npx shadcn@latest add "https://21st.dev/r/ruixen.ui/smart-assist-input?api_key=$API_KEY_21ST"
```

Requires a 21st API key (generate one at https://21st.dev/mcp) passed as `API_KEY_21ST`. Free accounts get a limited number of installs per day; unlimited on a paid plan — see https://21st.dev/pricing.

Full component directory: https://21st.dev/llms.txt