A readability tool is a mirror, not a boss.
Direct answer
Readability tools such as Hemingway Editor flag long sentences, complex words, adverbs and passive voice, and estimate a reading grade. Use them to spot problems, then decide for yourself. Aim for clear sentences, not a perfect score.
How to use it
- Paste your draft.
- Fix very hard sentences first.
- Replace complex words where simpler ones work.
- Review passive voice.
- Keep technical terms if your reader needs them.
What to ignore
- Suggestions that remove needed nuance.
- Adverbs that add meaning.
Where Teyro fits
Teyro's Clear Writing at Work course turns this into short lessons you can play in a few minutes a day. It has 50 lessons, and you can start free.
The bottom line
Use tools to see your writing more clearly. Keep your voice.
