Doco: Microsoft Word's Built-in AI Writing Assistant for Efficient Document Creation and Enterprise-Grade Security

Doco is an AI writing assistant integrated directly into Microsoft Word, designed to improve document creation efficiency. It combines the power of Grammarly, Cursor and Co-Pilot to optimize structured document workflows. Users can reference documents, create custom projects, and automate workflows without leaving Word.Doco supports multiple AI models, adapts to enterprise needs, and offers SOC 2 Type II certification and FedRAMP-compliant infrastructure to ensure data security. Whether you're writing a proposal, contract, or academic paper, Doco streamlines operations and increases efficiency. It launches in 2025 with a free trial no credit card required for professionals and enterprise users.

Function List

• file reference : by typing@Add filenames or folders to quickly reference SharePoint or local file content, automatically generating verifiable references.
• natural language editor (computing) : Edit full-page documents with simple commands and support for quickly rewriting, summarizing, or expanding content.
• Customized Workflow : Create reusable workflows that automate common document tasks such as formatting or content generation.
• Native Word formatting : Supports Word fonts, styles, tables, and numbering to ensure that the inserted content matches the style of the document.
• Smart Citation : Automatically linking referenced document snippets provides traceability to the source and reduces errors in AI-generated content.
• Multi-model support : Flexible switching with support for OpenAI, Anthropic, or other large in-house models.
• Enterprise Integration : Seamless support for SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive, and other tools.
• safety : Provides SOC 2 Type II certification, data encryption and FedRAMP compliance infrastructure to protect user data.

Using Help

Installation process

1. Visit the official link : Openhttps://appsource.microsoft.com/en-us/product/office/WA200008397Click on the "Get Started for Free" button.
2. Sign in to your Microsoft account : Sign in with your Microsoft 365 account and make sure the account has Word app permissions.
3. Installation of plug-ins : On the Microsoft AppSource page, click "Get it now" to install the Doco add-in. It will be added to Word automatically.
4. Verify Installation Open Microsoft Word, find the Doco plug-in entry in the "Insert" or "Home" tab, and click to activate it.
5. Setting up an account : The first time you use it, you need to log in to your Doco account (via thehttps://app.mccarren.ai/login), either the Free Plan (20 points per day) or the Pro Plan (unlimited points, subscription required).
6. Connecting external tools (Optional): Connect SharePoint, OneDrive or Google Drive in Doco settings and authorize to reference files from these platforms.

Function Operation Guide

file reference

Doco allows users to@symbols to quickly reference the contents of a document. For example, in Word, type@Proposal2025.docxDoco will retrieve the document from SharePoint or a local folder and display the relevant snippets. Users can choose to insert the original text or have Doco generate a summary. Operation Steps:

1. In a Word document, type@followed by the filename (e.g.@Report.docx).
2. The Doco sidebar will list the matching files, click to select.
3. Select "Insert original text" or "Generate summary" and the content will be automatically inserted in Word format.
4. Each insert comes with a link to the source to ensure traceability.

natural language editor (computing)

Users can edit documents with natural language commands. For example, type "Rewrite this paragraph to a more concise version" or "Expand this paragraph to 500 words". Procedure:

1. Select the text to be edited, or enter a command in the margin.
2. Enter a command in the Doco sidebar, such as "Summarize this paragraph in 100 words."
3. Doco generates the results, displaying a "why it's better" statement with optimization points.
4. Click on the "Accept" or "Reject" button and the content will be inserted automatically after confirmation.

Customized Workflow

Doco supports the creation of automated workflows suitable for repetitive tasks. For example, generating proposal templates:

1. Click on the "Workflow" option in the Doco sidebar.
2. Select "New Workflow" and enter a task description, such as "Generate Sales Proposal".
3. Set template parameters (e.g., title, section, format) and save as a reusable template.
4. To use, enter@Workflow_Proposal, Doco automatically generates documents that conform to the template.

Formatting and referencing

Doco ensures that the inserted content conforms to Word's original style. Users can directly generate tables, numbered lists or citations:

1. Enter commands such as "Convert this paragraph to a table" or "Add APA-formatted citation".
2. Doco generates results that automatically match document fonts and styles.
3. Citations will link to the source document, click to view the original.

Enterprise Integration

Business users can connect to SharePoint or OneDrive:

1. In Doco Settings, select "Connect Application".
2. Authorize Google Drive, SharePoint, etc. and check "Connect" to confirm.
3. After connecting, enter@You can search for files in the cloud directly.

Featured Function Operation

• Multi-model switching : Select the AI model (e.g. OpenAI or Anthropic) in the Doco settings, and the switch takes effect immediately, suitable for different task requirements.
• Smart quotes against hallucinations : Doco automatically verifies the content of cited documents to ensure accurate AI generated results. Users can click on the citation link to check the source.
• Corporate Security : Doco does not use user data to train models, encrypts the entire data transfer and storage, and supports a single-tenant FedRAMP infrastructure.

caveat

• The free version is limited to 20 credits per day and the Pro version (starting at $12 per month) is unlimited.
• Ensure that the Word version is the latest version of Microsoft 365 for best compatibility.
• Business users need to contacthttps://www.trydoco.com/request-demoGet SSO or customization support.

application scenario

1. Sales team writing proposals
   Doco helps sales teams quickly generate professional proposals. Users can reference historical proposal files, enter commands such as "基于@OldProposal.docx生成新提案", and Doco automatically generates content that conforms to the company's templates, including tables and formatted sections, saving hours of manual editing time.
2. Drafting of contracts by legal professionals
   Legal teams can use Doco to quickly draft contracts. Enter@ContractTemplate.docxBy referencing the template and using the command "Generate an employment contract based on this template", Doco populates the clauses and ensures consistent formatting. Intelligent referencing ensures that clauses can be traced back to their source.
3. Academic researchers writing papers
   Researchers can organize literature reviews with Doco. Input@LiteratureFolderCitation folder, Doco extracts relevant literature summaries and generates citations in APA format. Users can also command "Expand this paragraph to a 500-word review" to quickly complete the first draft.
4. Intra-Enterprise Document Collaboration
   Business users can reference team documents in real time through SharePoint integration.Doco's automated workflows generate meeting minutes or reports, and team members can complete complex documents by simply entering instructions.

QA

1. How does Doco ensure data security?
   Doco utilizes SOC 2 Type II certified and FedRAMP compliant infrastructure, with data transmission and storage encrypted throughout and not used for model training. Single-tenant architecture is available for enterprise users to ensure data isolation.
2. What AI models does Doco support?
   Supports OpenAI, Anthropic and enterprise customized models. Users can switch models in the settings to adapt to different task requirements.
3. What is the difference between the Free and Pro versions?
   The Free Edition is limited to 20 credits per day and is suitable for light use.The Pro Edition (starting at $12/month) offers unlimited credits and SharePoint/OneDrive integration. Enterprise edition supports SSO and customization features.
4. How do I reference a file in the cloud?
   After connecting to SharePoint or OneDrive in the Doco setup, enter the@Add filenames to search for files in the cloud, Doco displays the matches and supports insertion or summarization.
5. Does Doco support offline use?
   Doco requires an internet connection to run in order to access the AI model and cloud files, but local Word documents can be edited offline.