Run basis_universal from ChatGPT or Claude
Basis Universal GPU texture codec command-line compression tool. With BCD, ChatGPT, Claude and other AI apps can install and run basis_universal on your own computer and read what it prints.
Works on
- MacWorks
Homebrew has a ready-made build; the AI can install it with
brew install basis_universal. - LinuxWorks
Homebrew on Linux has a ready-made build.
- WindowsNot in Homebrew
Homebrew does not run on Windows. If basis_universal has a Windows build, BCD can run it in PowerShell.
About basis_universal
- Version
- 2.50
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Installs (last 365 days)
- 885 · #2,824 in Homebrew
- Install
brew install basis_universal
Try asking
“Install basis_universal with Homebrew and show me its version”
“Read basis_universal --help and give me three useful examples for my files”
“Update basis_universal and tell me what changed”
Questions
Can ChatGPT run basis_universal on my computer?
Yes. With BCD on your Mac or Linux computer and command permission turned on for it, ChatGPT runs basis_universal there and reads the output. Claude and other apps with MCP connectors can too.
Do I need to install basis_universal first?
No. If Homebrew is installed, the AI can run brew install basis_universal for you.
Is it safe?
A new computer starts read-only: running commands is turned on per computer, and BCD reaches only the folders you allow.
Try it on your computer
BCD connects ChatGPT, Claude and other AI apps to your own Mac, Windows or Linux computer. One computer is free, with 20,000 tool calls a month and no card.
Program data from Homebrew, updated 2026-11-11. Installs are Homebrew's installs on request over the last 365 days.