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Plain-language summaries
How DecoDocs translates complex legal and technical jargon into clear, actionable language.
About this documentation
- Official product documentation for DecoDocs (operated by Snap Sign Pty Ltd).
- Written for end users, evaluators, and integration teams.
- For support or to request corrections, use the footer support links or email support@decodocs.com.
- DecoDocs provides informational analysis and is not legal advice.
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Why plain language matters
Most documents are written for lawyers or compliance experts. This often hides critical meaning from the people who actually need to act on the information. DecoDocs uses AI to bridge this gap, ensuring that every section is readable and understandable at a glance.
What a summary includes
Each summary is designed to focus on the 'so what' of a clause. It strips away the legalese and highlights the practical impact.
- The core intent of the section
- Who is responsible for what action
- Key deadlines or financial triggers
- Simplified definitions for technical terms
How it works
Our AI analysis engine processes the document section by section. It doesn't just shorten the text; it re-evaluates the meaning and rewrites it following plain-language principles used by modern legal and business communicators.
Best practices for using summaries
While summaries provide speed, always use them in conjunction with the source text for final decisions.
- Use the Side-by-Side Evidence view to verify the AI's translation
- Check Risk Flags to see if the summary hides a subtle penalty
- Export the summary into a Decision Report for team alignment