--- title: "Drafting an Article with AI" description: "Learn how to draft and rewrite articles with HelpDocs AI, including outlining tips, choosing a writing style, and spotting AI features in the editor." url: "https://support.helpdocs.io/article/d0o93ykdod-drafting-an-article-with-ai" category: "HelpDocs AI" updated_at: "2026-11-03T17:26:19Z" --- # Drafting an Article with AI Ready to revolutionize your article creation process? Let's dive into how HelpDocs AIcan help you draft and rewrite amazing content. This guide will walk you through creating AI-generated articles that are both informative and tailored to your needs. Need to refine or expand your content? See [Rewriting an article with AI](/article/6u4g9x11ec) for the steps to use the Rewrite feature and review the AI's draft. This feature is available [on certain plans](https://www.helpdocs.io/pricing). How to spot when it's HelpDocs AI 👀 Look for the pink sparkle icon ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793033272913/pink-sparkle.svg) when using HelpDocs AI. You'll find it in dropdown items or as a clickable icon ### Writing a Draft Article Via ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637829714/book-icon.svg) ContentVia ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637882710/home-icon.svg) Home 1 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637442858/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-26-09.png) Click the dropdown on the **Create article** button 2 **Click** **Draft with AI** ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793636817931/pink-sparkle.svg) 3 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637468781/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-30-24.png) **Write your title and content** Not sure what to write? We recommend bullet points, or use one of our [Templates](https://www.helpdocs.io/templates/) 4 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637526706/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-32-46.png) **Configure your Style** If you have a [style guide and it's enforced](/article/f3hmdnh38u-configuring-helpdocs-ai), you won't see this. 5 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637555854/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-35-22.png) **Click Create Draft** Once you're ready, click Create Draft and watch it comes to life! 1 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637630538/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-40-09.png) **Click Draft with AI in Home** You'll need to make sure it's enabled first in your [AI configuration](/article/f3hmdnh38u-configuring-helpdocs-ai). 2 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637696928/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-30-24.png) **Write your title and content** Not sure what to write? We recommend bullet points, or use one of our [Templates](https://www.helpdocs.io/templates/) 3 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637730569/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-32-46.png) **Configure your Style** If you have a [style guide and it's enforced](/article/f3hmdnh38u-configuring-helpdocs-ai), you won't see this. 4 ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637765609/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-35-22.png) **Click Create Draft** Once you're ready, click Create Draft and watch it comes to life! #### Creating a Detailed Outline [Embedded iframe](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1033888314) Creating an outline for the best draft article is important, since the more context you give, the better the result. Here's a few tips: - **Use bullet points**. Split your content into different sections by using dashes, and then use two dashes to indicate a subsection like so: \- Main topic \-- Subtopic - **Add specific examples**. When mentioning a specific thing you'd like it to write, include at least one example in brackets to give context. - **Mention formatting**. HelpDocs AI knows about the formatting options in the text editor, so don't be afraid to ask for something in a code block, table, or Fold. ### Defining Your Style Different brands and even different companies have different styles of writing. To make the generated content as you as possible, choose a style from our list or add a custom one. You can [set your default style](https://support.helpdocs.io/article/f3hmdnh38u/preview#configuring_ai_style) in Settings ![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1793637965133/screenshot-2026-11-02-at-16-32-46.png) | Style | Description | |-----------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Neutral | Informative and instructional. | | Formal | No puns here. Keeps the tone consistent and writes for learning. | | Casual | Has a little more fun with the tone and voice, but still instructional. | | Technical | Drills down into the nitty-gritty and doesn't veer off-course. | | Custom | Add your own style to make it fit your brand. |