Will AI Replace Word Processors and Typists?

File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update, and delete documents.

physical manipulation — Physical filing and storage of records

Transmit work electronically to other locations.

physical manipulation — Operating computers is physical interface work

Perform other clerical duties, such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.

interpersonal — Call routing automatable; nuanced calls need human

Electronically sort and compile text and numerical data, retrieving, updating, and merging documents as required.

text generation — Document and data formatting automatable

Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.

text generation — Proofreading text for accuracy is core LLM strength

Print and make copies of work.

physical manipulation — Physical operation of office machines and jams

Search for specific sets of stored, typed characters to make changes.

information retrieval — Search files and references for info

Address envelopes or prepare envelope labels, using typewriter or computer.

text generation — Typing documents is core AI text output

Collate pages of reports and other documents.

data analysis — Compiling data or documentation is largely automatable

Reformat documents, moving paragraphs or columns.

text generation — Document and data formatting automatable

Type correspondence, reports, text and other written material from rough drafts, corrected copies, voice recordings, dictation, or previous versions, using a computer, word processor, or typewriter.

text generation — Typing documents is core AI text output

Keep records of work performed.

data analysis — Maintain operational records in structured systems

Manage schedules and set dates, times, and locations for meetings and appointments.

decision support — Calendar scheduling automatable; exceptions need human judgment

Adjust settings for format, page layout, line spacing, and other style requirements.

text generation — Document and data formatting automatable

Use data entry devices, such as optical scanners, to input data into computers for revision or editing.

data analysis — Data entry into systems automatable

Operate and resupply printers and computers, changing print wheels or fluid cartridges, adding paper, and loading blank tapes, cards, or disks into equipment.

physical manipulation — Physical operation of office machines and jams

Gather, register, and arrange the material to be typed, following instructions.

data analysis — Compiling data or documentation is largely automatable

Compute and verify totals on report forms, requisitions, or bills, using adding machine or calculator.

data analysis — Financial calculations fully automatable

Work with technical material, preparing statistical reports, planning and typing statistical tables, and combining and rearranging material from different sources.

data analysis — Compiling data or documentation is largely automatable