Generative AI & LLMs
Smart reply
A short suggested response generated or selected for a message.
Example
An email app offers 'Thanks, I'll review it today' as a reply.
Why people use it
It saves time on short, routine replies.
What you'll hear
“The app suggested a quick response.”
What this means for you
Read the suggestion before accepting promises or personal statements.
Can you control it?
Sometimes
Sometimes. Your choices depend on the tool and your access. The settings available to an everyday user may differ from those available to the people running it.
Common questions
- Does a suggested reply understand your actual availability?
- Not necessarily. It may infer a plausible response without knowing your commitments.
- Can a suggestion sound unlike me?
- Yes. The wording may be plausible for the message but wrong for your tone or relationship.
- Does choosing a reply send it immediately?
- That depends on the app. Some insert a draft, while others may send after a selection.