Easy language at the touch of a button? Why it doesn't work

Imagine if every text you found online was immediately available in a form that everyone could understand - regardless of their reading or language level. Easy-to-read language has exactly this goal. But can the transformation to plain language really happen at the touch of a button?

What is plain language?

Easy-to-read language is a specially adapted form of language that aims to make texts easier to understand. This includes people with learning difficulties, cognitive impairments, poor language skills or older people who may have problems with complex text structures.

Plain language follows strict rules:

• Simple words: Use of generally known and simple words.

• Short sentences: Sentences should be short and concise.

• Clear structure: Texts must have a clear and logical structure, with a clearly recognizable central theme.

• Avoidance of foreign words and jargon: If such words are unavoidable, they are explained.

• Prefer active sentences: Passive sentence constructions should be avoided, as active sentences are easier to understand.

• Direct address: Addressing the reader directly can make it easier to understand.

• Support through pictures: Where possible, pictures or simple graphics support the understanding of the text.

• Large font and clear print: the text design is intended to make reading easier.

These principles not only facilitate understanding, but also promote inclusion. However, applying these rules requires sensitivity, an understanding of the context and a deep engagement with the content.

Our innovative solution

This is where our revolutionary AI tool comes into play, which is based on the principles of plain language and is called "Plain Language". It is designed not only to make texts easier to understand, but also to bridge the gap between humans and machines. Our tool can convert texts in real time - similar to well-known translators - but with one significant difference: it is specifically designed to reduce complexity while preserving the essence of the message. It also enables the direct adaptation of web texts and their back-translation, with manual adjustments providing the finishing touches.

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But why do we claim that plain language can't just work at the touch of a button?

Because while our tool makes it easier to get started and builds a valuable bridge, human review and adaptation remain essential. AI is a tool, not a replacement for human understanding and context. It provides a solid foundation and saves time in the content creation process, but still requires a human touch to ensure that the text not only follows plain language guidelines, but also clearly conveys the intended message.

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"Making language simple" at the touch of a button is not possible. It's complicated and not that easy.

Imagine that every text on the Internet is immediately easy to understand. This is exactly what "plain language" aims to achieve. But is it possible with just one click?

What does "plain language" mean?

It makes texts easier to understand. It helps people who have difficulty learning or know little about the language. Older people also benefit.

"Easy language" has clear rules:

• Use simple and familiar words.

• Write short sentences.

• The text should be clear and logical.

• Do not use foreign words. If you do, explain them.

• Write active sentences instead.

• Speak directly to the reader.

• Use pictures to help you.

• Write in large and clear letters.

These rules make it easier to understand and help everyone.

Our new tool
We have developed a special tool: "Simple language. It makes texts easier to understand. It works in a similar way to a translator. Our help retains the main information, but makes the text simpler. You can adapt texts immediately.

But they also need to be checked. Why doesn't "plain language" work automatically?
Our help is a first step and saves time. But people still have to check the text. Machines can't understand everything that people know. Try out our help. It supports you in writing texts that are easy to understand. But don't forget: human help is important. Start making information easier for everyone.