Prompt writing with Archie

In this article, learn how to use Archie to recall and summarize facts and information from Matter Details and documents.

First time hearing about Archie? Learn more in Getting Started with Archie, the Smokeball AI Assistant.

Using Archie to ask questions about your matter

Currently, you can ask Archie about the following data within a matter to generate contextual responses:

• Core matter data - specifically Matter Details/Info, Client Details and Other Side's details
• Files and documents - emails, Word docs, PDFs, etc.

How do I write a good question for Archie?

When working with Archie, remember that Archie references all the data and documents stored within a specific Smokeball matter, so writing a concise, specific prompt is essential. The more direct you are, the better Archie can assist you.

Avoid asking one-word questions such as "Summarize." Instead, try "Summarize this matter." This way, Archie knows exactly what you need and can provide you with accurate, relevant information. Other prompts you could try are:

For any matter type:

• "What are my client's details on this matter?"

For Family matter types:

• "Summarize this matter, including the parties and the current issues being addressed."
• "Are all children adults or minors as of [DATE]?"
• "Create a timeline of the marriage details for this matter."

For Real Estate matter types:

• "What issues were discovered in the home inspection?"

For Personal Injury matter types:

• "Show me information regarding Demand negotiations."

For Business matter types:

• "Provide me with a list of directors and staff for both the client and other side."