Grammarly Unveils AI Agents and a New Writing Surface to Revolutionize Communication for Students and Professionals
Grammarly, the trusted AI assistant for communication and productivity, has announced the launch of eight specialized AI agents designed to provide targeted assistance at every stage of the writing process. These agents are integrated into docs, Grammarly’s new AI-native writing surface, which brings intelligent, real-time support directly into the workflow of students and professionals. This marks the first phase of Grammarly’s transformation into a comprehensive productivity platform powered by agentic AI—a system capable of delivering context-aware assistance wherever users write and collaborate.
The introduction of these AI agents represents a significant leap forward in how users interact with AI tools. Unlike traditional systems that require users to craft precise prompts and iterate through multiple attempts, Grammarly’s agents anticipate needs and offer proactive, context-aware support. This empowers users to maintain control over their work while receiving tailored guidance that enhances their writing’s clarity, authenticity, and impact.
A Smarter Approach to Writing Assistance
Today’s students and professionals face unique challenges when it comes to writing. Students must balance academic rigor with AI literacy, ensuring they build genuine skills while leveraging technology responsibly. Meanwhile, professionals grapple with overwhelming communication demands, often turning to AI for efficiency but risking the loss of their authentic voice and credibility.
Current AI tools fall short by offering generic solutions that don’t address specific research or writing needs. Grammarly’s new agents tackle these pain points head-on by providing expert-level assistance that understands context and takes immediate action. Users remain firmly in charge of their work while benefiting from intelligent, personalized support.
Meet Grammarly’s AI Agents
Each agent is designed to address a specific writing challenge, empowering users to refine their work with precision and confidence:
- Reader Reactions Agent: Predicts key takeaways, open questions, and potential confusion based on the intended audience—whether it’s a professor, manager, or client—and provides actionable feedback to adjust tone and content accordingly.
- AI Grader Agent: Evaluates written work against uploaded rubrics, course details, and publicly available instructor information, offering tailored recommendations and estimated grades before submission.
- Citation Finder Agent: Identifies credible sources that support, dispute, or refute claims in a piece of writing and automatically generates properly formatted citations.
- Expert Review Agent: Offers subject-matter expertise and personalized feedback to elevate writing to meet rigorous academic or professional standards within the user’s field.
- Proofreader Agent: Acts as a personal writing partner, providing in-line suggestions for improved clarity, grammar, and style while tailoring feedback to the user’s unique voice and audience.
- AI Detector Agent: Scans text to determine whether it was likely generated by AI or humans, helping users ensure their work remains authentic.
- Plagiarism Checker Agent: Compares writing against extensive databases, academic papers, websites, and published works to identify unintentional similarities and ensure originality.
- Paraphraser Agent: Adapts writing to fit an intended tone, audience, and style—whether more formal, creative, or professional—while allowing users to create a custom voice.
Introducing docs: The Next-Generation Writing Surface
Grammarly’s new docs feature serves as a dedicated AI writing environment where users can draft, edit, and perfect their documents seamlessly. Integrated with AI Chat, this tool helps users brainstorm ideas, summarize complex information, and generate suggestions to advance their projects. Together, these innovations provide an all-in-one solution for crafting high-quality written content.
Empowering Students with AI Literacy and Career Readiness
As AI becomes increasingly integral to the workplace, students face mounting pressure to develop AI-related skills alongside their academic expertise. According to a recent study by Grammarly, only 18% of students feel “very prepared” to use AI professionally after graduation, despite two-thirds of employers planning to hire talent with specific AI competencies by 2025.
Grammarly’s agents bridge this gap by fostering responsible AI use while maintaining academic integrity. For example, a business student drafting a market analysis report can use the Citation Finder to identify unsupported claims and gather credible evidence to back them up. The Proofreader ensures clarity and logical flow, while the AI Grader evaluates the work against the course rubric. By submitting their final draft, students gain confidence knowing they’ve received expert-level feedback while honing both their writing abilities and AI literacy.
“Students need AI that enhances their capabilities without undermining their learning,” said Jenny Maxwell, Head of Grammarly for Education. “Our new agents act as real partners, guiding students to produce better work while equipping them with the real-world skills they’ll need throughout their careers.”
Elevating Professional Communication
Professionals also stand to benefit significantly from Grammarly’s advancements. Sixty-four percent view AI as an opportunity for career growth rather than a threat, and 62% would like to outsource routine tasks to AI. Grammarly’s agents help professionals streamline workflows while preserving their unique voice and creativity.
Consider a marketing director preparing a product launch announcement. Using Grammarly’s Reader Reactions agent, they can predict how different audiences—such as the CEO versus the sales team—will respond to the message. The agent highlights potential concerns, suggests emphasis points for maximum impact, and flags misunderstandings before they occur. The Expert Review agent then ensures the messaging aligns with industry trends and best practices.
Transforming Productivity Through Agentic AI
“The launch of our new agents and AI writing surface marks a turning point in how we build products that anticipate user needs,” said Luke Behnke, Grammarly’s VP of Product Management. “We’re moving beyond simple suggestions to intelligent agents that understand context and actively help users achieve their communication goals. This is just the beginning of Grammarly’s evolution into a platform that delivers seamless agentic assistance across all the places students and professionals write and collaborate.”
By combining cutting-edge AI technology with a focus on user control and authenticity, Grammarly is redefining what it means to be a productivity tool. Its new agents and writing surface empower users to navigate the complexities of modern communication with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
As AI continues to reshape education and the workplace, Grammarly’s innovations position it as a leader in fostering responsible, impactful, and efficient writing practices. Whether supporting students in achieving academic success or helping professionals excel in their careers, Grammarly’s expanded platform is poised to become an indispensable ally in the journey toward effective communication.
About Grammarly
Grammarly is the trusted AI assistant for communication and productivity, helping over 40 million people, 50,000 organizations, and 3,000 educational institutions do their best work. Companies like Atlassian, Databricks, and Zoom rely on Grammarly to brainstorm, compose, and enhance communication that moves work forward. Grammarly works where you work, integrating seamlessly with over 500,000 applications and websites. Coda, the maker of powerful AI productivity tools, and Superhuman, the AI-native email app, are now a part of Grammarly. Together, they are redefining collaboration and transforming how we get work done. Learn more at grammarly.com/about.
