Explain and summarize code

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated March 12, 2026
  • 1 minute to read
  • Get a summary of the code or a comprehensive explanation of its functionality.

    Before you begin

    Role required: now.assist.creator

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to any script editor enabled with Now Assist for Code.
      For example, to open a script include form, navigate to All > System Definition > Script Includes and select a script include.
    2. In the script editor, select a code and then select the Quick Actions button.
      Selecting Quick Actions button displays the Summarize code and Explain code options.
    3. To understand the purpose of the code, select Summarize code.
      A summary of the code is displayed in the script editor.
    4. To get a comprehensive explanation of the code’s functionality, select Explain code in detail.
      A detailed explanation of the code is displayed in the script editor.