Abstract: A computerized system for preparing a formalized document has a repository of candidate text for use in preparing the document; and an interactive display having selectable indicia to initiate system functions, the display including an editing window. The system is characterized in that the system selects candidate text for the document from the repository and displays the candidate text in the editing window, the user edits the candidate text in the editing window and signals satisfaction, and the system uses the approved text in preparing the formalized document. A system is provided for preparing patent applications.