Adobe unveils Conversational AI for PDFs with AI Assistant in Reader and Acrobat

Adobe today introduced AI Assistant, a new generative AI-powered tool within Reader and Acrobat software. This beta feature promises to unlock new levels of document intelligence by facilitating conversation-based information retrieval and content creation.

AI Assistant leverages machine learning models similar to those behind Acrobat Liquid Mode, enabling:

• Conversational information access: Ask questions about PDF content and receive answers directly within the program.
• Automatic summarization: Generate concise overviews of lengthy documents.
• Intelligent citations: Cite sources used by AI Assistant for increased transparency and trust.
• Easy navigation: Quickly find relevant sections within documents through clickable links.
• Formatted output: Request summaries, email snippets, presentation points, and more directly from AI Assistant.

Initially available as a beta in Acrobat Individual, Pro, and Teams subscriptions, AI Assistant will eventually be offered as an add-on subscription for both Reader and Acrobat users.

Key Features and Benefits

• Streamlined workflow: Simplify tasks like research, report creation, and document review.
• Enhanced comprehension: Gain deeper understanding of complex documents.
• Increased productivity: Save time spent manually searching and processing information.
• Personalization: Generate content tailored to specific needs and audiences.
• Accessibility: Expand document usability for individuals with disabilities.

Focus on Security and Ethics

• Data security protocols guarantee that no user document content is stored or used for training AI Assistant without consent.
• LLM-agnostic approach enables selection of best-in-class technologies.
• Development aligns with Adobe's AI Ethics processes.

Future Vision

This release marks the beginning of Adobe's plan to leverage generative AI for transforming document experiences. Future developments include:

• Cross-document and format insights: Analyze information across multiple sources simultaneously.
• AI-powered authoring and editing: Simplify content creation and revision.
• Intelligent document design: Leverage AI for creative and professional layouts.
• Enhanced collaboration: Streamline and personalize the feedback process.

Pricing and Availability

AI Assistant is currently available in beta on desktop and web for English-speaking users in Acrobat Standard, Pro, Individual, and Teams subscriptions. Reader users will gain access in the coming weeks. Other languages are planned for the future. A private beta is available for enterprise customers.