This systematic review examines the current state of automated written feedback (AWF) research, focusing on research contexts, AWF systems, feedback focus, utilization methods, research design, foci of investigation, and results. The study identified 83 SSCI-indexed articles published between 1993 and 2022, covering a wide range of ecological settings, language environments, and educational levels. AWF systems, including conventional AI-based systems and intelligent tutoring systems, were diverse, with form-focused feedback being the most common. Research designs varied, but essays were the most frequently studied genre. The foci of investigation included AWF performance, perceptions and engagement, and effects, with mixed results in validating AWF compared to other areas. The review highlights the need for more comprehensive domain analysis, continued research on accuracy, and exploration of AWF's role in enhancing writing skills beyond surface-level errors. The findings provide a comprehensive overview for future AWF research and practice.This systematic review examines the current state of automated written feedback (AWF) research, focusing on research contexts, AWF systems, feedback focus, utilization methods, research design, foci of investigation, and results. The study identified 83 SSCI-indexed articles published between 1993 and 2022, covering a wide range of ecological settings, language environments, and educational levels. AWF systems, including conventional AI-based systems and intelligent tutoring systems, were diverse, with form-focused feedback being the most common. Research designs varied, but essays were the most frequently studied genre. The foci of investigation included AWF performance, perceptions and engagement, and effects, with mixed results in validating AWF compared to other areas. The review highlights the need for more comprehensive domain analysis, continued research on accuracy, and exploration of AWF's role in enhancing writing skills beyond surface-level errors. The findings provide a comprehensive overview for future AWF research and practice.