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Silver AI

Practical and Safe AI for Older Adults

Practical AI guidance for older adults, families, and caregivers.

Shorten This Message

This helps you

Turn a long message into a shorter version that is easier to read and understand.

Who it's for

Anyone who has written or received a long message and needs a clear, brief version.

What you need

The original message text and an idea of who needs to read the short version.

Steps to Success

1. Copy the full message

Paste the long text you want to shorten. This can be an email, note, or any written message.

2. Say who will read it

Tell AI who the message is for, like a friend, coworker, or group. This helps set the right tone.

3. Set a length goal

Tell AI how short the result should be. For example, ask for two or three sentences.

4. Ask AI to shorten it

Tell AI to keep the main points but cut extra words. You can also ask for a simpler tone.

5. Review and use the result

Read the short version to check that nothing important was left out. Copy it where you need it.

Your Personal Question Template

Ask
Please shorten this message to [2-3 sentences / a few bullet points / about half the length]. Keep the main points but remove anything extra. [paste your message here] This message is for [my coworker / a group chat / my family / a quick update]. The tone should be [clear and direct / friendly / simple].
Copy Prompt
Example Result

Original: I just wanted to let you know that the meeting we had scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at 3pm has been moved to Wednesday morning at 10am because the conference room is being used for a training session that day. Please let me know if the new time works for you or if we need to find another slot that works better for your schedule.

Shortened: The Tuesday 3pm meeting is moved to Wednesday at 10am due to a room conflict.

Let me know if the new time works for you.

Advanced Tips

Tell AI what to keep

  • Say which details are most important to you.
  • Mention any names, dates, or numbers that must stay.
  • Tell AI what can be left out safely.
  • This helps AI focus on what matters most.

Try more than one length

  • Ask for a one-sentence version and a three-sentence version.
  • Compare them to find the right balance of detail.
  • A shorter version often works better for texts or chats.
  • A slightly longer version may work better for emails.

Match the format to the situation

  • Ask for bullet points if the message has several items.
  • Ask for full sentences if the message needs to feel complete.
  • Try a subject-line style for quick updates.
  • Pick the format that fits where you will send it.

Check that nothing important was lost

  • Compare the short version to the original.
  • Look for key facts like times, dates, or names.
  • Make sure the overall message still makes sense.
  • Add back anything that was removed by mistake.

Safety & Verification Checklist

Check that key facts are still there: Make sure dates, names, numbers, and other important details did not get removed.

Read it out loud: Reading the short version aloud helps you catch missing points or unclear wording.

Remove any private details before using AI: Take out names, addresses, or account numbers before you paste the message.

Make sure the tone still fits: The shortened message should still sound right for the person who will read it.