We hate to break it to you. AI is here to stay, and it is most definitely going to change how we produce content. But one thing is for certain —AIs are not going to replace us. As a matter of fact, you could think of them as your writing buddy —someone who identifies mistakes, generates fresh concepts, and saves time when we’re stuck.
So, if you’ve been wondering how to use AI for writing, this guide is a perfect place to start.
1. Grammar Checker
Even meticulous writers make mistakes. So, instead of reaching for your English grammar book back in college (or high school, if you still have it), let AI do the grammar checking for you. You can check for missing articles, verb mistakes, awkward wording, and more in a matter of seconds.
2. Comma Checker
Wrong comma placement—or lack thereof—can easily demolish your sentences. Sure, they may sound perfectly fine in your head, but when you write something like ‘Let’s eat Grandma’ instead of ‘Let’s eat, Grandma,’ you’ve accidentally turned family dinner into a horror story.
Don’t be a serial comma user, too! Nobody likes reading through dragging sentences. The solution? You can use AI as a comma checker.
3. Brainstorm Ideas
We’ve all been there, staring at the cursor as it’s a Marvel post-credit scene that never arrives. But AI can break the silence of an empty page (and a blank mind). It may introduce titles, angles, or even strange ideas that take you in an unexpected direction. An excellent method for generating ideas is using the ABC brainstorming technique with AI.
4. Expand a Paragraph
There are times when a section seems too thin, but you’re unsure of what’s missing. AI can recommend additional context or examples to make a paragraph feel complete, without including fluff that slows readers down.
5. Simplify a Sentence
Turning complex ideas into clear, readable sentences can be a little tricky, especially if every sentence feels (and reads) like it’s important. Luckily, ChatGPT can simplify a sentence, no matter how dense it is.
6. Acrostic Poem Generator
Always wanted to write a poem, but don’t know where to start? AI can create acrostic poems based on names, events, themes, and anything else you could think of.
7. Press Release Writer
Press releases might be short and straight to the point, but if you’ve never written one, you’ll never understand the feeling of trying to figure out what to include in the body or how to end it.
And yes, press release writing is easier. All you need to do is enter the key information of the announcement, and you’ll have a draft. It’s not going to be perfect 100%, but at least you have something to work on.
8. Paraphraser
Unless it’s Pride and Prejudice, nobody enjoys reading the same thing twice. With an AI rephraser, you can reword any text, maintain its original meaning, and, most importantly, avoid repetition and unintentional plagiarism. Plus, you can adjust the tone and style for different audiences.
9. Research Assistant
By summarizing long articles, highlighting important points, or proposing follow-up questions, AI can help lift the burden of researching off your shoulders. We do highly suggest always fact-checking AI before turning your paper in!
10. Essay or Novel Outline Generator
Whenever a blank page frightens you, AI can outline a coherent framework for your essay or get your novel started using the plotter way.
This AI use case is excellent for students and NaNoWriMo authors. Or for those who would rather have a structured approach to start with, instead of looking at a blinking cursor.
11. Script Writer
Nope, lip-syncing to trending audio is not enough. AI can create scripts with a hook, talking points, and a call to action for platforms like YouTube and TikTok. It’s a fantastic method to overcome the “what do I say?” dilemma.
12. Report Writer
AI can turn rough notes into a completed report in a matter of minutes. How? By segmenting your ideas, adding transitions, and emphasizing important findings. Because spending Friday night formatting bullet points is a villain origin story.
13. Rewrite Your Tone
Do you want your text to sound more professional, witty, or friendly? Without altering your core message, AI can rewrite it to fit your desired tone.
14. Create Scene Ideas
If you’re having trouble coming up with ideas for your story, AI can suggest scene ideas based on genre, mood, or conflict. So, how many scene ideas can AI create? Well, let’s say over 100 in just seconds.
15. Speech Writer
Don’t want to humiliate yourself in front of your colleagues or strangers? AI can prep a clear and structured speech so you don’t go on and on rambling about stuff that doesn’t matter.
16. Dialogue Generator
Dialogues are one story element that is often overlooked. If you want to nail them down, let AI be your dialogue generator for your novel. And yes, it can even create witty dialogues.
17. Identify and Correct Common Sentence Errors
Nothing halts creativity faster than stumbling over sentence errors. But you don’t have to let them derail your flow—AI can handle the corrections so you can stay laser-focused on your writing.
18. Condense a Paragraph
Whether you went over the minimum word count or need a clearer and shorter way to say something, AI can condense paragraphs. And, yes, it can retain the original meaning of your paragraph.
19. Write a Reflection Paper
Struggling to complete a thoughtful reflection paper, or you don’t know where to start? AI makes writing a reflection paper less intimidating.
20. Passive to Active Voice Converter
“I made a mistake” sounds way more confident than “mistakes were made.” And the passive voice is to blame there. AI can be a passive to active voice converter, giving the subject more control and strengthening every sentence.
21. Resume Enhancer
When looking for a job, you definitely want your resume to catch as many eyes as possible. Good thing AI tools like ChatGPT can enhance your resume.
22. Sentence Fragment Checker
What’s the difference between sounding professional and sounding like you sent a text too fast? You’re right, fragments! Even well-written work has them. These annoying unfinished sentences can be quickly detected and corrected by AI.
AI as Your Writing Partner
As you can see, there are countless ways you can take advantage of AI, but it won’t replace us writers! Experiment with a few of these ideas, mix them into your workflow, and see which ones stick.