Quickly Break Down Complex Clauses with SMVRT’s Chatbot Assistant

When reviewing a legal agreement, it’s normal to come across sections that feel confusing or overly complex. That’s why we’ve built the “Ask a Question” feature directly into the SMVRT platform — a powerful, AI-powered chatbot designed to help you understand your contract, one section at a time.

The SMVRT Chatbot is always available in the bottom corner of your editor, ready to answer questions about any part of your document in plain, easy-to-understand language.

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What Can I Ask the SMVRT Chatbot?

You can ask the chatbot anything related to your agreement, including:

• What does Section 4 mean in plain English?

• Why is indemnification important in this contract?

• Can you simplify the payment terms in Section 6.2?

• What’s a termination clause, and when does it apply?

The chatbot is trained to provide context-specific answers that help you make informed decisions — without needing to Google legal jargon.

Best Practices for Asking Questions

To get the most helpful response from the SMVRT Chatbot, here are a few simple tips:

1. Reference Section Numbers

Be specific by referencing the exact section or subsection you're asking about.

✅ Good:
“What does Section 9.1 mean?”
“Can you explain Section 10 – Confidentiality in simpler terms?”

? Less helpful:
“What does this mean?”
“This part is confusing.”

2. Ask for What You Need

Tell the chatbot how you'd like the answer formatted:

• “Can you simplify this?” for a more digestible version

• “Give me a short summary” for quick takeaways

• “Explain this like I’m new to contracts” for beginner-friendly language

• “What should I watch out for in this section?” for legal risk awareness

3. Use Follow-Up Questions

If the first response isn’t detailed enough or you'd like clarification, just keep the conversation going. You can ask:

• “Can you expand on that?”

• “What happens if this clause is removed?”

• “How would this apply in California?”

The chatbot maintains context as long as you stay on the same topic.

When to Use the Chatbot

• While reviewing a newly populated agreement

• Before finalizing or sending for signature

• If legal language is unclear

• When you want to double-check the meaning of specific terms or obligations

Why It Matters

The “Ask a Question” feature empowers you to understand your documents before you sign or share them. It’s like having a legal translator built into your workflow — helping you make smarter, faster decisions without the wait or cost of traditional review.