---
title: "Writing & Rewriting an Article with AI"
description: "Creating AI-generated articles with HelpDocs: outline, style, review, and finalize your content"
url: "https://support.helpdocs.io/article/d0o93ykdod-writing-a-draft-article-with-ai"
category: "HelpDocs AI"
updated_at: "2025-09-06T14:10:30Z"
---

# Writing & Rewriting an Article with AI

Ready to revolutionize your article creation process? 🚀 Let's dive into how HelpDocs AI can help you draft and rewrite amazing content.

This guide will walk you through creating and refining AI-generated articles that are both informative and tailored to your needs.

This feature is available [on certain plans](https://www.helpdocs.io/pricing).

Get ready to boost your productivity 🎉

How to spot when it's HelpDocs AI 👀

Look for the pink sparkle ✨ icon when using HelpDocs AI. You'll find it in dropdown items or as a clickable icon

### Writing a Draft Article

[Embedded iframe](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1028003582)

Creating a draft article with AI is straightforward:

1. Head to **Content**
2. Click the dropdown arrow next to the **Create Article** button
3. Click on **Draft with AI** to begin your AI-powered writing journey
4. Write an article title, outline, and style of your article
   
   Style may not be available depending on your [HelpDocs AI Style configuration](/article/f3hmdnh38u-configuring-helpdocs-ai)

#### 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

![A screenshot of the Draft with AI modal, with the style section highlighted](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/d0o93ykdod/1731436949184/screenshot-2024-11-12-at-18-41-54.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.                           |

### Rewriting an Article

[Embedded iframe](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1028950911)

Need to refine or expand your content? Here's how to use the Rewrite feature:

1. Open your article in the editor
2. Click the **☰ More** button
3. Click **Rewrite with AI ✨**
4. Describe your requested changes

After clicking Rewrite, review the AI's suggestions and either accept the changes or try again for a different version

You're now equipped to create and refine amazing AI-assisted articles ✨