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Chrome Extension for Google Doc

Last updated on Dec 07, 2025

The Alingo Chrome Extension brings AI-powered contract analysis directly into Google Docs. Select a playbook, run analysis, and get policy-aligned suggestions with explanations—all without leaving your document.

What is the Chrome Extension?

The Chrome Extension is your AI legal co-pilot inside Google Docs. It analyses contracts against your organisation's playbooks and guardrails, then provides suggestions that align with your legal policies.

Key capabilities:

  • AI-powered contract analysis against your playbooks

  • Policy-aligned redline suggestions

  • Risk highlighting with priority levels

  • Plain-English explanations for each suggestion

  • Apply changes with or without track changes

Why Use the Chrome Extension?

Speed

  • Analyse entire contracts in seconds

  • Get suggestions instantly based on your playbooks

  • Apply multiple changes with one click

Consistency

  • AI applies your legal standards consistently

  • Every suggestion aligns with your playbooks

  • Guardrails enforced automatically

Control

  • Review every suggestion before applying

  • See explanations for why changes are recommended

  • Accept, modify, or dismiss suggestions individually

  • You handle 100% of the decisions

Installing the Extension

Step 1: Install from Chrome Web Store

  1. Open Google Chrome browser

  2. Visit Chrome Web Store

  3. Search for "Alingo"

  4. Click "Add to Chrome"

  5. Click "Add Extension" in the popup

  6. Extension icon appears in browser toolbar

Step 2: Grant Permissions

The extension requires these permissions:

  • Read and modify Google Docs - To analyse content and apply changes

  • Access to Google account - To verify your identity

  • Communication with Alingo servers - To process AI analysis

Click "Allow" when prompted.

Step 3: Sign In

  1. Open any Google Doc

  2. Look for the "ALINGO" badge on the right side of the page

  3. Click the badge to open the sidebar

  4. Click "Sign In"

  5. Enter your Alingo credentials

  6. You're ready to analyse contracts!

The Sidebar Interface

When you click the Alingo badge, a sidebar opens with four tabs:

Assistant Tab

Chat with the AI about your document:

  • Ask questions about specific clauses

  • Get explanations of legal terms

  • Request analysis of particular sections

Suggestions Tab

This is where the magic happens:

  • Select a playbook to analyse against

  • Run analysis to get AI suggestions

  • Review and apply changes

Playbooks Tab

View your organisation's playbooks:

  • See all available playbooks

  • Click to edit playbooks in the main platform

Settings Tab

Configure the extension:

  • Model preferences

  • Debug tools (for troubleshooting)

Analysing a Contract

Step 1: Select a Playbook

  1. Open a contract in Google Docs

  2. Click the Alingo badge to open the sidebar

  3. Go to the Suggestions tab

  4. Use the playbook dropdown to select:

  • Auto-detect Playbook - AI chooses the best match

  • Or select a specific playbook (NDA, MSA, etc.)

Step 2: Run Analysis

  1. Click the Play button (▶️) next to the playbook selector

  2. Wait while AI analyses the document (10-60 seconds depending on length)

  3. A loading indicator shows progress

What happens during analysis:

  • AI reads the entire document

  • Compares clauses against your playbook standards

  • Checks against your guardrails

  • Identifies deviations and risks

  • Generates suggestions with explanations

Step 3: Review Suggestions

After analysis, you'll see a list of suggestions. Each suggestion shows:

Priority Badge

  • 🔴 Critical - Requires immediate attention

  • 🟠 High - Important issue to address

  • 🟡 Medium - Should be reviewed

  • 🟢 Low - Minor improvement

Suggestion Card

  • Title - What clause or section is affected

  • Diff View - See original text vs. proposed change

  • Explanation - Why this change is recommended

  • Playbook Reference - Which playbook clause applies

Actions

  • Apply - Insert the suggestion into the document

  • Dismiss - Remove from the list without applying

Step 4: Apply Changes

For each suggestion you want to apply:

  1. Review the diff view to understand the change

  2. Read the explanation to understand why

  3. Click "Apply" to insert the change

With Track Changes (Suggestion Mode):

  • Changes appear as Google Docs suggestions

  • Counterparty can see what was changed

  • Accept/reject changes later

Without Track Changes:

  • Changes are applied directly

  • No visible track changes

  • Use for internal review

Bulk Actions

To apply multiple suggestions at once:

  1. Select suggestions using checkboxes

  2. The bulk action bar appears

  3. Click "Apply Selected" to apply all at once

  4. Or "Cancel" to clear selection

Understanding Suggestions

Priority Levels

| Priority | Meaning | Action |

|----------|---------|--------|

| Critical | Violates "not acceptable" terms in your playbook | Must address before signing |

| High | Significant deviation from standard position | Should address |

| Medium | Moderate deviation, may be acceptable | Review and decide |

| Low | Minor improvement opportunity | Optional |

The Diff View

Each suggestion shows what will change:

  • Red/Strikethrough - Text being removed

  • Green - Text being added

  • Context - Surrounding text for reference

Explanations

Every suggestion includes an explanation:

  • Why the AI flagged this clause

  • What playbook standard it deviates from

  • What risk or issue it presents

  • Why the suggested change is better

Sync Status

Suggestions track if the document has changed:

  • ✓ Synced - Document matches when suggestion was created

  • ✏️ Editing - You're making changes toward the suggestion

  • ⚠️ Changed - Document text has changed since analysis

  • 🗑️ Deleted - The clause no longer exists in document

If status shows "Changed" or "Deleted", re-run analysis for fresh suggestions.

Using the AI Assistant

The Assistant tab lets you chat with AI about your document:

Ask Questions

  • "What does this indemnification clause mean?"

  • "Is there a liability cap in this contract?"

  • "Summarise the termination provisions"

Get Guidance

  • "What should I negotiate on this clause?"

  • "How does this compare to our standard terms?"

  • "What risks should I be aware of?"

Chat History

  • Previous conversations are saved

  • Click "History" to view past chats

  • Click "+" to start a new conversation

Best Practices

Before Analysing

  • ✅ Ensure you have edit permissions on the document

  • ✅ Choose the right playbook for the contract type

  • ✅ Save a version before applying bulk changes

  • ✅ Enable suggestion mode if counterparty needs to see changes

During Review

  • ✅ Read explanations - Understand why each change is recommended

  • ✅ Check priorities - Address Critical and High first

  • ✅ Verify diff views - Ensure the change is what you expect

  • ✅ Use your judgment - AI suggests, you decide

After Applying

  • ✅ Review all changes - Read through the modified document

  • ✅ Accept/reject suggestions - If using track changes mode

  • ✅ Note major edits - Document significant changes for your records

  • ✅ Keep version history - Use Google Docs versions feature

Troubleshooting

Sidebar not appearing

Check:

  • You're using Google Chrome (not Firefox, Safari, Edge)

  • Extension is installed and enabled

  • You're on a Google Docs document (not Sheets/Slides)

  • Try refreshing the page

Can't sign in

Try:

  • Clear browser cache and cookies

  • Disable other extensions temporarily

  • Try in incognito mode

  • Verify your Alingo credentials work on the main platform

Analysis taking too long

Normal times:

  • Short contracts (1-5 pages): 10-20 seconds

  • Medium contracts (5-20 pages): 20-45 seconds

  • Long contracts (20+ pages): 45-90 seconds

If slower:

  • Check your internet connection

  • Large documents may take longer

  • Try during off-peak hours

Suggestions not appearing

Check:

  • Analysis completed successfully (no error message)

  • Selected playbook has clauses defined

  • Document contains legal content (not blank or non-contract)

Apply not working

Verify:

  • You have edit permissions on the document

  • The clause still exists in the document

  • Document isn't locked by another user

Permissions and Security

What the Extension Can Access

  • Google Docs content - To read and analyse

  • Your Alingo account - To verify permissions and access playbooks

  • Document metadata - Title, to identify the contract

What the Extension Cannot Access

  • ❌ Other Google services (Gmail, Drive files not open)

  • ❌ Your Google password

  • ❌ Documents you don't have permission to view

  • ❌ Other browser tabs or windows

Data Privacy

  • Processing is ephemeral - Document content is analysed and not permanently stored

  • Suggestions are saved - So you can return to your analysis

  • Audit trail - Actions are logged for compliance

  • Encryption - All communication is encrypted

Known Limitations

What Works

  • ✅ Google Docs (documents)

  • ✅ Documents you have edit access to

  • ✅ Shared documents (if you're an editor)

  • ✅ Documents in any Google Drive (personal or work)

What Doesn't Work

  • ❌ Google Sheets or Slides

  • ❌ Microsoft Word (use Google Docs instead)

  • ❌ View-only documents (no edit permission)

  • ❌ Protected sections/ranges in documents

Browser Support

  • ✅ Google Chrome (v90+) - Fully supported

  • ⚠️ Microsoft Edge - May work (Chromium-based) but not officially supported

  • ❌ Firefox - Not supported

  • ❌ Safari - Not supported

Updates

Automatic Updates

  • Extension auto-updates from Chrome Web Store

  • No action required from you

  • Updates typically happen overnight

  • Check version: Right-click extension icon > "Manage extension"

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