In a significant move to embed artificial intelligence deeper into its product suite, Adobe has announced a new set of AI-powered tools for its flagship Acrobat software. The updates include the ability to generate presentations and podcast summaries directly from documents, as well as edit files using simple text prompts.
From Documents to Decks in Minutes
Leveraging Adobe Spaces, the collaborative environment launched last year, users can now transform collections of files and notes into polished presentations. By issuing a text prompt, the AI assistant can synthesize information from various sources like financial reports, product plans, and competitor analyses stored within a Space.
This feature allows teams to quickly generate an editable pitch deck outline. From there, users can leverage Adobe Express to apply branding, select themes, add stock photos, or incorporate their own images, streamlining the entire presentation creation process from raw data to a client-ready deck.
Personalized Podcasts and Prompt-Based Editing
Adobe is also introducing an innovative feature that allows users to create a podcast-style audio summary of a file or an entire Space. This caters to professionals who prefer auditory learning or need to catch up on long documents while on the go, a feature that puts Acrobat in competition with specialized tools like Speechify and ElevenLabs’ Reader.
Furthermore, Acrobat is gaining the ability for users to edit files through conversational prompts. The company has detailed over a dozen actions, including removing specific pages or images, finding and replacing text, adding e-signatures, and password-protecting documents, all without navigating complex menus.
The MENA Angle: Boosting Regional Startup Productivity
For the fast-paced MENA startup ecosystem, these AI enhancements in a ubiquitous tool like Adobe Acrobat could be a game-changer. Founders and their lean teams are constantly juggling tasks, from fundraising to product development. The ability to instantly generate a pitch deck from existing business plans and market research can significantly accelerate investor outreach.
Moreover, in a region characterized by cross-border teams and remote work, features like AI-generated summaries in shared files and audio podcasts of reports can enhance collaboration and ensure all stakeholders are aligned, regardless of their location. This drive towards efficiency allows MENA startups to focus their limited resources on growth and innovation rather than on time-consuming administrative tasks.
About Adobe
Adobe is a global leader in digital media and digital marketing solutions. Its creative, marketing, and document solutions empower everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—to bring their digital creations to life and deliver them to the right person at the right moment for the best results.
Source: TechCrunch
