Google Tests “Smart Compose” Feature for Technical Writers
(Google Tests “Smart Compose” for Technical Documentation)
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google is trying a new tool. This tool helps people write technical documents. The tool is called “Smart Compose” for technical documentation. It is similar to the Smart Compose feature in Gmail. That feature suggests words as people type emails.
The new tool uses artificial intelligence. It aims to help technical writers. These writers create manuals, guides, and API documentation. Writing these documents takes a lot of time. It requires precise technical language. Google hopes the AI can speed up the process. It might also improve consistency across documents.
Smart Compose works inside Google’s Docs platform. It analyzes the text a writer is typing. Then it suggests possible next sentences or phrases. The suggestions are based on context. They are also based on common technical writing patterns. The writer can choose to accept the suggestion. Or they can ignore it and keep writing. This keeps the writer in control.
Google is running an internal test. A small group of its own technical writers are using the tool. The company wants to see if the suggestions are helpful. They want to know if the suggestions are accurate. Feedback from these writers will shape the tool’s future. Google has not said when it might launch Smart Compose publicly. They have not said if it will be a paid feature.
(Google Tests “Smart Compose” for Technical Documentation)
Technical writing is crucial for software companies. Good documentation helps users understand products. It helps developers use APIs correctly. Many companies see room for improvement in their docs. Google believes AI assistance could be valuable. They think it might reduce errors. It might make the writing process less tedious. Other tech firms are likely watching Google’s experiment.