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 ![Textual splash image](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Textualize/textual/main/imgs/textual.png)
 
-Textual is a Python framework for creating interactive applications that run in your terminal.
+Textual is a *Rapid Application Development* framework for Python.
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+Build sophisticated user interfaces with a simple Python API. Run your apps in the terminal and (coming soon) a web browser!
 
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   <summary> 🎬 Demonstration </summary>
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 ## About
 
-Textual adds interactivity to [Rich](https://github.com/Textualize/rich) with a Python API inspired by modern web development.
+Textual adds interactivity to [Rich](https://github.com/Textualize/rich) with an API inspired by modern web development.
 
 On modern terminal software (installed by default on most systems), Textual apps can use **16.7 million** colors with mouse support and smooth flicker-free animation. A powerful layout engine and re-usable components makes it possible to build apps that rival the desktop and web experience.