How can you edit and proofread digital content quickly without sacrificing quality?

Some of the key things I look for whenever I proofread my content: 1. Are there any words that don't need to be there? 2. Does the content look visually appealing? 3. Are there sentences that are too long? 4. Can I chop any sentences out? 5. Is the tone of voice 'me'? Spelling & grammar checks are important. But they're useless if the rest of the post isn't spot on.

Editing and proofreading digital content efficiently. Here's how I do it: - Skim First: Get an overall sense of flow and coherence. - Check Format: Ensure headers, bullet points, and paragraphs are consistent. - Read Aloud: Catch awkward phrasings and repetition. - Focus on Sections: Break content into smaller chunks for targeted review. - Use Tools: Grammar checkers like Grammarly or Hemingway Editor can spot errors. - Check Links: Ensure all hyperlinks are functional and lead to the correct pages. - Search for Common Errors: Like "its vs. it's" or "their vs. there." - Peer Review: A fresh pair of eyes can catch overlooked errors. - Final Read: Review the piece one last time for flow and coherence.

When you are on a timeline, this is arguably the most foolproof way of catching little typos, errors, and mistakes that could otherwise go unnoticed. Read everything you have written aloud, making sure to articulate every syllable, and you will catch spelling and punctuation errors, as well as irregularities in your syntax and grammar, far easier than you otherwise might.

Proofreading tools aren't perfect, but they offer an excellent start to reviewing a text. You can follow the suggestions and see how they lead you to improve your writing based on your target audience and other factors at play. Is your grammar top-notch? Is your punctuation coherent and is your text easy to read? Are there any complex sentences that could be broken down or rephrased? Digital tools help us better our writing while we focus on the essential: the message we want to convey.

Build in public is one of the best ways to get feedback on your content. It's helped me to: - Improve my hooks - Better understand my audience - Format my content better. It really does help. Otherwise, if you're not prepared to share it publicly, get a LinkedIn friend to read over it. They'll read it how your audience will, not how a family member will. And they'll give you the honest feedback you need.

Have someone outside your team or company review content. Ideally, seek out an editor and an ideal reader. The editor can help with structure and flow, while the target audience member will let you know if any gaps or confusing jargon need revision.

Taking breaks is crucial. You know what you meant to say, so when you review your content, that's exactly what you'll find. Step away, even if it's only for 24 hours. If you're in a time crunch, view your document in a different way. I like to print it out, change the font, put it in a different software, or read it out loud. The change in perspective changes the flow and how words and sentences line up making issues stand out more.

One of the most important ways of getting your content right is by becoming at one with the tone you want. If it's your personal post, write how you think in your mind. You'll spend less time overthinking the words you use and more time focusing on writing better content. This massively reduces the time needed for editing/rewriting and lets you be more authentic!