Summarise Long Articles and Reports Using DeepSeek Chat

Log in to DeepSeek Chat

Your first step is to open your web browser and go to the DeepSeek Chat website. When you arrive at chat.deepseek.com, you'll be greeted by a login screen, as DeepSeek Chat requires you to sign in to use the service. You'll see options to "Continue with Google," "Continue with GitHub," or "Continue with Email." Choose your preferred method and follow the prompts to either log in to an existing account or quickly create a new one. If you've used DeepSeek Chat before, you might find yourself automatically logged in and taken straight to the chat interface. You'll know it worked when you're successfully past the login screen and see the main chat area with an input box at the bottom.

Start a New Chat

Before you paste your content, it's a good idea to start a fresh conversation. This keeps your summary distinct and ensures DeepSeek Chat focuses only on your current request, rather than any previous topics. On the DeepSeek Chat page, look for a button or icon that allows you to start a new chat. This is usually located in the top-left corner and might look like a plus sign (+), a speech bubble with a plus, or simply say "New Chat." Tapping or clicking this will clear any previous conversation, giving you a blank canvas. If you don't see a clear "New Chat" button, simply ensure your existing chat history is empty, or you can just start typing your request if it's the first time you're using the service. You'll know it worked when the main chat area is empty, displaying only the input box at the bottom of the screen.

Prepare Your Text

Now it's time to get the article or report you want DeepSeek Chat to summarise. Copy the full text from its source, whether it's a web page, a document, or an email. Highlight the entire section of text you need summarised. If it's a web page, you can often select all the text by pressing Ctrl + A (on Windows) or Cmd + A (on Mac) and then copying it with Ctrl + C (Windows) or Cmd + C (Mac). For documents, use the same copy shortcuts after highlighting. DeepSeek Chat works best with plain text, so don't worry about formatting. If your text is very long, like a full book or a huge technical report, be aware that AI models have a context window (the amount of text they can 'remember' or process at one time). If your text exceeds this, DeepSeek Chat might only read the beginning. For most articles or short reports, this won't be an issue. You'll know it worked when the text is copied to your device's clipboard, ready to be pasted.

Paste and Craft Your Prompt

With your text copied, head back to DeepSeek Chat. Now you'll paste the text and tell DeepSeek Chat exactly what you want it to do with it using a prompt — which is just an instruction you give to the AI. In the large input box at the bottom of the DeepSeek Chat screen, first type your instruction, then paste your copied text. Be specific about how you want the summary. For example, you can ask for bullet points, a short paragraph, or a particular length. Once you've entered both your prompt and the text, look for a "Send" button (often a paper aeroplane icon or a button labelled "Send" or "Enter") and click it. If the input box seems too small for your text, don't worry; it will usually expand as you type or paste.

You'll know it worked when DeepSeek Chat starts generating a response in the chat area above the input box, and you can see its digital assistant typing.

Review the Summary

Once DeepSeek Chat has finished processing your request, it will display the summary directly in the chat window. Take a moment to read through it and see if it captures the essence of the original text. You'll see DeepSeek Chat's response appear as a distinct message in the chat history, usually just below your prompt. Check if the summary is clear, concise, and accurately reflects the key information from your original article. Sometimes, an AI might miss a nuance or focus on a less important detail, but generally, it will provide a good overview. If the summary doesn't quite hit the mark, that's perfectly normal, and you can easily ask DeepSeek Chat to adjust it in the next step. You'll know it worked when DeepSeek Chat has generated and displayed a summary for you in the chat interface.

Refine for Clarity (Optional)

If the first summary isn't exactly what you need, you can ask DeepSeek Chat to refine it. Think of it like asking a colleague for another pass at a draft. This step allows you to get closer to your ideal summary. In the same chat window, type a follow-up instruction. You can ask for a shorter or longer summary, a different format (e.g., "now make it a single paragraph"), or to focus on a specific aspect of the text. For instance, if it missed a key point, you could say, "Can you also include information about X?" or "Please make it even shorter." If DeepSeek Chat struggles to understand your refinement, try rephrasing your request more simply. Sometimes breaking down a complex request into smaller steps helps the AI.

You'll know it worked when DeepSeek Chat provides a revised summary based on your new instructions.