> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.getarca.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# AI editor actions

> Use AI to rewrite, refine, and summarize text directly inside the task editor.

Arca includes AI-powered writing actions that appear right inside the task editor. Select any text and instantly rewrite it in a different tone, make it more concise, or generate a quick summary without leaving the task.

## How to use AI actions

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open a task">
    Open any task that has a description. You can do this by clicking on a task
    from a list or board view.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select text">
    Highlight a sentence, or a full paragraph in the task description. A
    floating toolbar will appear above your selection.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click the sparkles icon">
    In the floating toolbar, click the **✦ sparkles** button on the right side.
    This opens the AI actions menu.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose an action">
    Pick one of the available AI actions. Arca will replace the selected text
    with the AI-generated result.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  AI actions are only available when text is selected in an editable editor.
  They do not apply to code blocks or images.
</Note>

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## Available AI actions

| Action           | What it does                                                                                      |
| ---------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Rewrite**      | Rewrites the selected text while preserving its original meaning, fixing grammar and style issues |
| **Friendly**     | Adjusts the tone to be warmer and more conversational                                             |
| **Professional** | Sharpens the tone for formal, business-ready communication                                        |
| **Concise**      | Trims the text down to its essential points                                                       |
| **Summary**      | Condenses the selected text into a brief summary as a single or multiple paragraphs               |

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## Workspace AI restrictions

Workspace owners can limit which members may use AI from **Settings > Workspace security**. When restrictions are enabled, only listed members see the sparkles button in editors. Everyone else can still edit tasks normally without AI actions.

[Read more about workspace security settings](/administration/workspace-security)

## Monthly request limits

Each workspace member has a monthly quota of AI requests. The quota resets at the start of each billing period. You can check your remaining requests in the usage section of Arca sidebar.

<Warning>
  When you reach your monthly limit, AI actions will be disabled until your
  quota resets. You will see a message prompting you to upgrade your plan if you
  need more requests.
</Warning>

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## Tips

<Tip>
  For best results, select a complete sentence or paragraph before applying an
  AI action. Very short selections may produce less accurate rewrites.
</Tip>

* You can undo an AI action immediately with **Cmd+Z** (Mac) or **Ctrl+Z** (Windows/Linux) if you prefer the original text.
* AI actions are available in the task description editor, both when creating a new task and when editing an existing one.
* The **Summary** action is especially useful for condensing long requirement descriptions before sharing a task with someone new. Make sure you use it for paragraphs only, as it may not work well on lists or other non-paragraph content.