Meet the new AI agent for ONLYOFFICE: smart interaction with editors, new AI providers, and much more

An update to the ONLYOFFICE AI plugin brings new functionality and more intelligent interaction in editors. With the introduction of a smart AI agent currently available in beta version, expanded provider support, and other updates, it transforms the plugin into a powerful document assistant.

What is the AI inline agent in ONLYOFFICE?

The AI inline agent is a contextual assistant available within ONLYOFFICE editors through a floating panel. Currently, it is offered as a beta feature of the AI plugin.

The AI agent allows users to communicate in natural language to perform common tasks without searching menus. The beta version offers a collection of simple predefined functions tailored to common tasks for each editor.

The agent keeps your conversation history, allowing you to refine results step by step or continue complex requests.

Scenarios: what’s it for?

Generate and rewrite the text. Ask the AI agent to create content from scratch or enhance existing text, all without switching between apps — everything is done directly within the document. Generate summaries, expand ideas, rephrase sentences, or adapt tone and style simply by describing what you need in natural language.

Format your documents smarter. Apply formatting without searching through menus with an AI agent. You do not need to search for where a certain button or function is located. Just type in your request, and the editor will instantly update the content.

Analyze and visualize data. Aggregate, sort, and filter information within your spreadsheets, and generate visual representations from selected ranges or entire sheets. Create data-driven diagrams and images for your slides based on simple descriptions, all integrated into your workflow.

How to install the AI agent

The AI agent is part of the AI plugin which is disabled by default for security reasons. This way, you have complete control over your setup and decide whether you want to activate and use AI in the editors or not.

To install, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Plugins tab and open Plugin Manager. Find the AI plugin and click Install or Update if the plugin is already installed.

2. Activate the plugin via the Plugins tab -> Background plugins.

3. Switch to the AI tab -> Settings. Under Edit AI models, click the + icon.

Add your preferred AI model. In the Provider name drop-down menu, choose the provider. Enter the API key* and click Update models list.

A list of available models will appear. Select the model that best fits your needs. Click OK.

*API keys need to be obtained directly from the website of your chosen AI provider (such keys are NOT issued by ONLYOFFICE). Please note that API keys may not be free, and providers might charge a fee. It’s important to review the pricing terms and conditions before entering the key into the plugin.

*For LM Studio and Ollama, an API key is not required, but specifying the base URL is essential.

4. Go back to the Settings. Set the model for the Chatbot.

That’s it. The AI agent is now installed and ready to start.

How to use the AI agent

To start, call the agent inside any editor with Ctrl + /. Simply type your request in the AI agent line and get an instant response.

The editor supports request history, so you can continue the conversation, giving instructions step by step.

Want a fresh start? Use Ctrl + Alt + / to reset the history.

To disable the agent, use ESC.

Other updates for AI plugin

New AI providers

In addition to previously supported options, the plugin now works with the following AI providers:

• LM Studio – for local LLMs
• Zhipu AI

New streaming protocol and better compatibility

To enhance compatibility with providers like Ollama or LM Studio in ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors, the plugin now uses the onlyoffice:// protocol scheme instead of file://.

This change makes the AI plugin more secure and consistent across local setups. We recommend updating your setup instructions to include onlyoffice://.

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Test the new AI agent and other updates of our AI plugin right now in ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors:

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*Please note that the ONLYOFFICE team is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of the information and content provided by third-party AI models and assistants.

Key AI agent features (BETA)

The beta version enables you to run basic functions:

Document Editor

• Text streaming. Generate paragraphs and texts (e.g., “Write the history of the creation of ONLYOFFICE”).
• Contextual explanations. Provide explanations in comments. If text is selected, the explanation applies to the selection; otherwise, it focuses on the current word.
• Text rewriting. Rewrite sentences or paragraphs with options to track changes (e.g., “Rewrite the current sentence more emotionally and show differences” or “Make it funnier”).
• Paragraph style adjustment. Modify paragraph styles (e.g., “Change the first paragraph to Heading 1”).
• Text formatting. Update text settings (e.g., “Make the text bold”).

Spreadsheet Editor

• Pivot Tables. Aggregate and analyze data (e.g., “Summarize data based on bronze medals”).
• Filtering. Apply filters to refine data views (e.g., “Show the top 10 in the ‘gold’ column” or “Filter entries with more than 5 in the ‘silver’ column”).
• Sorting. Organize data (e.g., “Sort by the ‘silver’ column”).
• Charts and diagrams. Create visual representations of data by selection or range (e.g., “Generate a bar chart” or “Create a chart for the range C2:F5”).

Presentation Editor

• Adding new slides. Insert a fresh slide into your presentation.
• Inserting shapes. Add shapes with optional text (e.g., “Insert a star shape with the text ONLYOFFICE”).
• Setting slide background. Customize slide backgrounds (e.g., “Apply a blue background to slide 1”).
• Creating external data diagrams. Visualize data with charts (e.g., “Generate a pie chart showing the current crypto market share: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Others”).
• Duplicating slides. Replicate slides (e.g., “Duplicate slide 2”).
• Deleting slides. Remove unwanted slides (e.g., “Delete slide 3”).
• Adding images. Generate and insert images based on descriptions (e.g., “Create an image of a golden Bitcoin coin with a digital background”).

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Here are the answers to the most popular questions about the AI agent for ONLYOFFICE editors.

Q: Where can I use the AI agent?

The AI agent is available for activation and usage in the following solutions:

• ONLYOFFICE Docs
• ONLYOFFICE DocSpace
• ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors

It works with version 9.0.4 and newer of the ONLYOFFICE editors and needs version 2.4 and newer of the AI plugin.

Q: Is the AI agent free to use?

Yes, the AI agent is included in the AI plugin, which is absolutely free. You can install and use it without additional cost. However, some AI providers may require a valid API key and a paid plan, depending on usage.

Q: Is AI agent secure? Can I opt out of using it?

Yes, it is secure. By default, the editors do not have the AI plugin and agent connected, giving you complete control over your setup. You have the flexibility to choose your preferred AI provider or model, ensuring it meets your specific needs. Besides, there is an option to connect local models. Ultimately, the choice of enabling and using AI in your editors is entirely yours.

Q: What types of tasks can the AI agent perform?

The AI agent can:

• Generate and rewrite text
• Summarize and expand ideas
• Change tone and style
• Execute predefined function without searching for the corresponding button
• Format documents via natural language request
• And more (refer to the list above)

Q: What AI providers are supported?

The plugin supports various providers, including OpenAI, Together AI, Mistral, Anthropic, Grok, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, Ollama, Stability AI, and custom providers via API.

Q: Can I use AI models locally without Internet access?

Yes. With providers like LM Studio and Ollama, you can run models locally on your machine, ensuring full control over data and offline operation.

Q: Is the AI agent in beta?

The AI agent is currently in beta, which means some features may change, and performance may vary. We continue to refine its behavior, expand functionality, and improve compatibility with various AI providers. This phase allows us to gather user feedback, test performance across different scenarios, and ensure a more stable and polished experience in the next release. Your input during this stage is especially valuable and helps us shape the future of the tool.

Share your thoughts and suggestions on our forum or submit feature requests on our feedback platform.

Q: Can I add custom functions to the AI agent?

Yes, this option is available. It’s possible to define your own functions to tailor the AI agent to specific tasks. The documentation will be available shortly.

Q: Are there any current limitations when using the AI agent?

The AI agent is launched using the Ctrl + / keyboard combination. However, on keyboards that lack the ‘/’ key, this functionality may not be accessible. We are already working to solve this issue.

Q: What’s in store for the next version of the AI agent?

We are planning to expand functionality of the AI agent and introduce advanced features to make it more versatile. For example, we plan to add AI-assisted form filling, allowing you to automatically complete forms based on brief descriptions.