Here’s how AI tools can help you ace that exam

As a child, exams always meant a great deal of stress. For me, exams were also synonymous with the disconnection of cable TV, limited Facebook time, and of course, cell phone confiscation. But come to think of it, prepping for a test as important as the finals today seems unthinkable without the internet.

Whether it is running a quick fact check on Google Search or using Google Lens to translate foreign languages, the internet has opened up a world of opportunities and simplified exam prep like never before. But the developments that I’m referring to may quite possibly be decade-old news.

Today, we’re at the pinnacle of harnessing Artificial Intelligence, and industry-leading brands are slowly rolling out tools that are no less than a lifesaver for us.

While the world prepares for the ultimate AI revolution, you too can elevate the way you prepare for your exams – with a little help. If the first of March stress is only just getting to you, we have a list of five AI tools that will ease you into the exam month.

5 ways AI can help you prepare for your exams

Whether you’re using your smartphone only for the camera or a laptop for MS Office, you might be dealing with AI assistance in some or the other way. It is crucial to note that while some of the following tools may be free, they could have a paywall or a premium subscription for additional features. Check out five AI tools that will be your buddies this exam season.

1. Grammarly

2. ChatGPT

3. Canva

4. Bing Image Creator

5. AskCodi

1. Grammarly: Performs spell-checks and more

Grammarly needs no introduction. While the tool initially began as a spelling and grammar checker, today, it offers a lot more, including identifying any plagiarism in your copy or improving your personal essay using generative AI.

Grammarly is perfect for times when you have to modify long, monotonous sentences. It comes with a repository of synonyms and also helps you set goals, tone and style based on your needs. Essays back in the day were not only hand-written but also cumbersome to write, but even a free version of Grammarly can do the trick if you’re late for submission.

2. ChatGPT: Solves math and gives you creative content ideas

We’re no strangers to the wonders of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. From simply being a go-to chatbot friend to giving you solutions to complex math problems, there’s very little it cannot do today. And, if that’s not all, OpenAI has now begun to throw in features like memory and image generation for added assistance.

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If you have a stable internet connection and a smartphone, ChatGPT can give you a helping hand with your arithmetic sums. Apart from just giving you the solution, it can list down steps and give you alternate ways to solve it.

It also makes a great tool for when you’re running out of ideas and creative one-liners for an assignment. That said, it’s always good to be careful and fact-check your answers before turning in your work.

3. Canva: Whips up great presentations

As someone who has grown up using MS Office, I can attest that PowerPoint is not always convenient. But Canva certainly is. And, if you, like me, are not especially artistically inclined, you probably have a perpetual creative block that you can’t ignore.

Canva is best known for providing us with multiple visually attractive preset templates for a variety of projects; these include posters, logos, resumes and presentations. But apart from these, it also has a bunch of AI tools that can simplify your output and reduce your efforts drastically. 

Believe it or not, Canva has an incredible text-to-video extension that can give you well-made short clips for your presentations. Along with this, you can even access a Magic Grab or Magic Expansion tool to extract elements from pictures and create a completely new one without added struggle.

Lastly, it now also has a Magic Design feature that uses AI to design a nearly finished project. All you have to do is upload a photo or write down your query stating exactly what you need – and yes, Magic Design will bring you exactly what you need. 

4. Bing Image Creator: Generates unique images

How challenging is it to find a royalty-free image which is also high-resolution, free to use, and true to your subject? Don’t think I even need to answer this, do I? That’s where AI text-to-image steps in.

If you’re stuck writing a last-minute report that needs a ‘specific’ image, all you have to do is type your prompt. Bing Image Creator is one of the many free tools available on the internet today to help you source unique, AI-made images for your book reports and presentations.

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The trick to getting this right in the first couple of tries is to best describe your image to the bot. However, several free versions have limitations and might only rehash some of their preset templates to give you similar(ish) results. Of course, tools such as Midjourney or Dall-E might give you more accurate results, but they often come with a subscription-based plan.

5. AskCodi: Helps you crack codes

The sound of a code helping you code may seem dystopian, to say the least, but the smaller picture is that it can help you pass that dreaded test. AskCodi gives you an AI-powered chat where programmers can craft code conversations. Apart from this, it reduces manual labour and helps you write the right codes with minimal exertion.

And if that’s not enough, it can read code for you and answer questions about it if you’re stuck. While it is a web application, it can connect you with experts who will help you decipher your assignment with all the skills and knowledge that you need.

While this tool is largely free, you might have to invest in a premium account to get in touch with them. But if what you’re looking for is a no-nonsense buddy to help you code, I think it couldn’t get any better than this.

Of course, it isn’t a stretch to say that artificial intelligence needs to be used responsibly and cannot be mindlessly relied on. After all, you’re probably not going to be able to carry your phones into the exam hall. But once you ensure that you work smart with your AI buddy, you’re definitely good to go.