What should an uncertain AI suggestion look like?
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Hypothetically, if an interface has to choose between showing “Label A: 62%” and “Likely Label A because the note lacks timing and owner details”, the second option may be more useful for human collaboration. A number can look precise even when it is only a rough internal signal, whereas a short explanation points the reviewer to the missing context they can actually fix. A comparison design could pair a plain-language reason with a simple uncertainty state such as low, medium or high, plus an easy way for a person to confirm, edit or defer. That keeps the AI suggestion actionable without overstating certainty. Which format would help your team make quicker, safer decisions: a percentage, a missing-context explanation, or both together?