What are Codex Artifacts?
Codex Artifacts are a side workspace inside Codex where contract drafts open as fully formatted, usable documents instead of plain text responses.
When you generate a draft such as a clause, agreement, or summary, it can be opened in the Artifact panel, allowing you to work on it as a document, not just a response.
This means you can view, edit, and refine contracts directly within Codex, without moving content to external tools.
Why use Codex Artifacts?
Contract drafting and review usually involve multiple steps:
Generating a draft
Copying it into another editor
Making changes
Repeating the process for every update
This creates friction and breaks workflow continuity.
Codex Artifacts remove this gap by:
Keeping drafting and editing in one place
Allowing real-time updates using AI
Maintaining context across iterations
This results in faster and more consistent contract workflows.
What can you do with Artifacts?
Artifacts are designed for end-to-end contract drafting and refinement.
You can:
Draft agreements, clauses, and notices
Edit contract content directly
Refine language using AI
Create multiple versions of a document
Finalise and export contracts
This makes Artifacts ideal for both initial drafting and iterative review.
How Codex Artifacts work
Artifacts are created when Codex generates a structured draft.
Workflow:
Enter your requirement in Codex (e.g., draft a clause or agreement)
A structured draft is generated
Click Open to view it in the Artifact workspace
The document appears in a formatted layout
From here:
Use View mode to review the formatted contract
Switch to Edit mode to make manual changes
Use the prompt bar to ask AI for updates
Each AI update creates a new version, allowing you to track and refine changes over time.
Step-by-Step: Use Codex Artifacts
1. Go to Codex
2. Enter your requirement in simple language
3. Submit the prompt
4. A structured draft will be generated
5. Click Open to view the draft in the Artifact (side workspace)
6. Inside the Artifact:
Use View mode to review the formatted contract
Switch to Edit mode to make changes
7. Use the prompt bar to request updates (e.g., modify clauses, simplify language)
8. A new version of the document will be created
9. Open any version to continue editing or refining
10. Once finalised, you can:
Copy
Download
Share the document
Key Features
In-Platform Contract Editing
Edit contracts directly within Codex without switching tools.
View & Edit Modes
View mode → formatted contract
Edit mode → manual changes
AI-Powered Refinement
Modify clauses, restructure agreements, or simplify language using AI.
Version Control
Each update creates a new version, enabling easy tracking and comparison.
When to use Codex Artifacts
Artifacts are especially useful when:
Drafting new contracts or clauses
Reviewing and refining agreements
Making multiple iterations to the same document
Standardising contract language
Preparing final documents for sharing
AI Capabilities in Artifacts
Within Artifacts, Codex helps you:
Improve clause clarity and structure
Align language with standard templates
Identify and refine risky or ambiguous terms
Adapt contracts based on specific requirements
This enables faster, more consistent contract drafting and review.
Conclusion
Codex Artifacts transform contract workflows by turning drafts into editable, structured documents within the same workspace.
By combining drafting, editing, AI-powered refinement, and version control, Artifacts enable a seamless and efficient contract management experience without the need for external tools.