Plain Language Thing
Turn government jargon into clear, human language people understand.
About
People come to government websites to understand something fast and take the next step. Plain Language Thing is an AI writing assistant that helps you rewrite public-sector content so it’s:
- Clear and direct
- Organized for scanning
- Written for the public (not internal staff)
- More accessible and easier to translate
How
- Go to the chat
- Paste your text (or add links / upload a document)
- Tell it your audience and what the page is for
- Get a plain-language rewrite
- Tweak results until you’re satisfied
Tips
Keep the meaning
Plain language should be accurate—not “watered down.” Try prompts like:
- “Keep all requirements exactly the same; only change wording and structure.”
- “Flag anything that seems ambiguous, risky, or missing.”
- “If you must keep legal terms, define them in plain language right after.”
Generate options you can choose from
Ask for multiple drafts:
- Short, medium, long versions
- Friendly vs. formal tone
- Web version vs. letter version
Review for accuracy
Don’t rely on it to write perfect and accurate content. Sometimes generative AI makes up information. Review it carefully with subject matter experts.
Format for web
You may need to adjust style and formatting. Use correct heading structure and sentence case.
Feedback
Help us make Plain Language Thing better. Let us know how it worked for you.