Have you ever been typing furiously on your iPhone, crafting an important email, a witty social media post, or a detailed report, and wished you had an intelligent assistant right there, helping you refine your words? Well, the good news is, you do! Grammarly's generative AI, specifically GrammarlyGo, is now available on your iPhone, empowering you to write smarter, faster, and with more impact, no matter where you are.
This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of using Grammarly's generative AI features on your iPhone, transforming your mobile writing experience. Let's dive in!
Step 1: Get Grammarly on Your iPhone (If You Haven't Already!)
Before we unleash the power of generative AI, we need to ensure you have the Grammarly app installed and set up on your iPhone.
Sub-heading: Download and Install the App
Action: Head over to the App Store on your iPhone.
Search: In the search bar, type "Grammarly: AI Writing Keyboard" and tap the search button.
Download: Locate the official Grammarly app (it should have the familiar green Grammarly logo) and tap the "Get" or cloud icon to download and install it. You might need to authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password.
Sub-heading: Set Up the Grammarly Keyboard
Open App: Once downloaded, open the Grammarly app.
Initial Setup: Follow the on-screen instructions. Grammarly will guide you through enabling its keyboard. This is a crucial step as the generative AI features are often integrated directly into the keyboard.
Navigate to Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards.
Tap "Add New Keyboard..."
Under "THIRD-PARTY KEYBOARDS," select "Grammarly."
Important: Tap on "Grammarly" again in the "Keyboards" list and toggle "Allow Full Access" on. This allows the keyboard to communicate with the Grammarly app and its AI features. Don't worry, Grammarly has a strong commitment to privacy.
Log In/Sign Up: If you're a new user, sign up for a free Grammarly account. Existing users can simply log in with their credentials (email, Google, Facebook, or Apple ID).
Step 2: Understanding Grammarly's Generative AI Capabilities on iPhone
Grammarly's generative AI goes beyond simple grammar and spelling checks. It's designed to help you with content creation, rewriting, ideation, and even replying to messages.
Sub-heading: What Can Generative AI Do for You?
Compose: Need to draft an email, a social media post, or a quick note from scratch? Provide a few keywords or a short prompt, and Grammarly's AI can generate a full draft in seconds.
Rewrite: Want to refine existing text for tone, clarity, conciseness, or length? Highlight the text, and Grammarly can suggest various rewritten versions to perfectly convey your message.
Ideate: Stuck on ideas for an essay, a marketing campaign, or a presentation? Use generative AI to brainstorm, create outlines, or get fresh perspectives on a topic.
Reply: Especially useful for emails, Grammarly can analyze the context of an incoming message and suggest instant, personalized reply options that match your communication style.
Sub-heading: Where to Find Generative AI Features
The Grammarly Keyboard: This is where you'll primarily interact with the generative AI. As you type in any app (Messages, Mail, Notes, social media apps, etc.), the Grammarly keyboard will be active.
The Grammarly Editor (App): For longer-form writing, you can create or edit documents directly within the Grammarly iPhone app. The generative AI features are also accessible here.
Safari Extension: If you're writing in Safari, Grammarly's extension can also offer generative AI assistance on various websites.
Step 3: Activating and Using Generative AI (GrammarlyGo)
Now that you're set up, let's explore how to actively use Grammarly's generative AI to enhance your writing on the go.
Sub-heading: Accessing the Generative AI Prompt Interface
Method 1: The Lightbulb Icon (Most Common)
When the Grammarly Keyboard is active in any app, you'll often see a lightbulb icon () appear in the suggestion bar above the keyboard, or sometimes as a dedicated button.
Tap on this lightbulb icon. This will open the generative AI prompt interface.
Method 2: Highlighting Text (for Rewrites)
If you've already written something and want to rewrite it, simply highlight the relevant text.
A small pop-up menu might appear. Look for a pencil icon or the lightbulb icon within this menu. Tapping it will open rewrite options or the generative AI prompt for that selected text.
Sub-heading: Composing with Generative AI
Open Prompt Interface: Tap the lightbulb icon in the Grammarly Keyboard.
Type Your Prompt: In the prompt field, clearly state what you want Grammarly to compose. Be as specific and detailed as possible.
Example Prompt: "Write a professional email to my team announcing a new project deadline: July 31st. Emphasize teamwork."
Another Example: "Draft a creative Instagram caption for a photo of a sunset at the beach. Include emojis and relevant hashtags."
Choose Suggested Prompts (Optional): Grammarly often provides suggested prompts based on your context, which can be a great starting point if you're unsure what to ask for.
Generate: Tap the "Generate" or "Enter" button.
Review and Insert: Grammarly will generate a draft. Review it, and if it looks good, tap "Insert" to add it to your text field. You can always edit the generated text further.
Sub-heading: Rewriting and Refining Existing Text
Highlight Text: Select the sentence, paragraph, or even a whole message you want to rewrite.
Access Rewrite Options: Tap the lightbulb icon or pencil icon that appears after highlighting.
Choose a Rewrite Option: Grammarly will present various options, such as:
Shorten it
Improve it
Make it sound more professional
Make it sound more engaging
Paraphrase it
You might also see options for specific tones (e.g., friendly, formal, confident).
Apply Rewrite: Tap on the desired rewrite option. Grammarly will instantly replace your original text with the AI-generated version.
Further Customization (Optional): If you don't like the first rewrite, you can often tap the lightbulb again for more variations or type a custom prompt (e.g., "Make it even more concise").
Sub-heading: Ideating and Brainstorming
Open Prompt Interface: Tap the lightbulb icon.
Input Ideation Prompt: Ask Grammarly for ideas, outlines, or brainstorming assistance.
Example Prompt: "Give me five ideas for a blog post about sustainable living."
Another Example: "Create an outline for a presentation on project management best practices."
Review Ideas: Grammarly will generate a list of ideas or an outline. You can then use these as a foundation for your writing.
Sub-heading: Replying to Emails with AI
Contextual Replies: In email applications (like Apple Mail or Gmail), when you're viewing an email, Grammarly may offer a "Reply quickly" button or similar.
Suggested Replies: Tapping this will often provide a summary of the original email and several contextually relevant reply prompts.
Generate and Insert: Choose the best-fit reply prompt, and Grammarly will draft a full response, integrating details from the original email. Review and insert.
Step 4: Personalizing Your Generative AI Experience
Grammarly's generative AI can be tailored to your unique voice and preferences.
Sub-heading: Setting Your Personal Voice
Access My Voice Settings: Within the Grammarly app, look for a "My Voice" or "Account Settings" section.
Define Your Preferences: Here, you can set preferences for formality, tone, and more. This helps Grammarly generate text that sounds authentically you. For instance, if you prefer a more direct and less formal tone in your casual communications, you can set that.
Sub-heading: Managing Prompt Usage
Monthly Limits: Be aware that Grammarly (especially the free version) usually has a set number of generative AI prompts you can use per month.
Monitor Usage: You can typically check your remaining prompt count within the Grammarly app or by tapping the lightbulb icon in the keyboard.
Premium Benefits: Grammarly Premium offers significantly more (or unlimited, depending on the plan) generative AI prompts, along with advanced writing suggestions.
Step 5: Tips for Maximizing Generative AI Effectiveness
To get the best results from Grammarly's generative AI, a little finesse with your prompts goes a long way!
Sub-heading: Be Clear, Specific, and Detailed
Think like a director: The more precise your instructions, the better the output. Instead of "Write an email," try "Write a polite and professional email to my manager requesting a day off next Tuesday for a dental appointment."
Provide Context: Include relevant background information. For example, if you're asking for a rewrite, tell it the purpose of the text and your target audience.
Sub-heading: Experiment with Tones and Styles
Grammarly can adapt its output to various tones. Don't hesitate to specify: "Make it sound empathetic," "Rewrite this to be more persuasive," or "Adjust the tone to be formal."
Sub-heading: Utilize Follow-Up Prompts
If the initial output isn't perfect, don't just discard it. You can often refine it by giving follow-up prompts. For example, after generating a draft, you could say, "Make it shorter and add a call to action."
Sub-heading: Review and Edit
Remember, generative AI is a tool to assist you, not replace you. Always review the generated text for accuracy, relevance, and your personal touch before using it. Make any necessary edits to ensure it perfectly aligns with your intentions.
By following these steps, you'll be well on your way to mastering Grammarly's generative AI on your iPhone, making your mobile writing more efficient, effective, and effortlessly polished.
10 Related FAQ Questions
How to Check My Grammarly Generative AI Prompt Limit on iPhone?
To check your Grammarly generative AI prompt limit, open the Grammarly app on your iPhone. Your remaining prompts are usually displayed within the generative AI interface (accessed by tapping the lightbulb icon) or in your account settings.
How to Change the Tone of My Writing Using Grammarly AI on iPhone?
Highlight the text you want to change the tone of. Tap the lightbulb or pencil icon that appears. You'll often see options like "Make it sound more professional," "Make it sound friendlier," or other tone-specific suggestions. Select the desired tone.
How to Generate an Entire Email Draft with Grammarly Generative AI on iPhone?
Open your email app and ensure the Grammarly Keyboard is active. Tap the lightbulb icon. Type a prompt describing the email you want to generate (e.g., "Write an email to a client confirming our meeting at 2 PM tomorrow"). Tap "Generate" and then "Insert."
How to Use Grammarly AI to Brainstorm Ideas on My iPhone?
Activate the Grammarly Keyboard in any text field or open the Grammarly Editor. Tap the lightbulb icon. Type a prompt like "Give me five ideas for a new marketing campaign for a coffee shop" or "Brainstorm topics for a blog post about remote work."
How to Get Grammarly Generative AI to Rewrite a Paragraph for Clarity on iPhone?
Highlight the paragraph you wish to clarify. Tap the lightbulb or pencil icon. Look for rewrite options such as "Make it clearer," "Improve clarity," or "Simplify it." Select the option that best suits your needs.
How to Integrate Grammarly Generative AI with My Safari Browser on iPhone?
First, ensure you have the Grammarly app installed. Then, go to Settings > Safari > Extensions. Enable the Grammarly extension. Now, when typing on websites in Safari, Grammarly's generative AI features should be available.
How to Turn Off Grammarly Generative AI Features on My iPhone?
You can disable generative AI features by going into your Grammarly account settings, typically accessible through the main Grammarly app. Look for a "Feature customization" or "Generative AI settings" option and toggle it off.
How to Make Grammarly AI Sound More Like My Own Voice on iPhone?
Within the Grammarly app, navigate to your "My Voice" or "Account Settings." Here, you can define your preferred formality, tone, and other stylistic choices. This helps the AI generate text that better reflects your personal writing style.
How to Use Grammarly Generative AI for Summarizing Text on iPhone?
While Grammarly's primary generative AI focuses on composing and rewriting, you can often prompt it to summarize. Highlight the text you want summarized, tap the generative AI icon, and try a prompt like "Summarize this paragraph" or "Extract the main points."
How to Get More Generative AI Prompts on Grammarly for iPhone?
To get more generative AI prompts, you generally need to upgrade to a Grammarly Premium subscription. Premium plans offer a significantly higher number of prompts or even unlimited usage, depending on the subscription tier.
