AI Document Collaboration Pitfall: Auto-Editing Without Human-in-the-Loop
yangyi · x · 2026-08-01
The author explores interaction design for AI human-agent collaboration in document editing, questioning if agents merely operate via shared cursors. After testing a tool called workbuddy, they found that it allows AI to directly modify documents, entirely bypassing the human-in-the-loop review process.
In contrast, NewMax implemented similar features back in June. The author concludes that in terms of micro-innovations, NewMax still offers faster, better functionality and a superior user experience.
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