Creating and using writing outlines/After using a writing outline

After Using a Writing Outline (Editing)

To make the editing process as swift and efficient as possible, try to:

1) Cut any content that you feel is unnecessary (you should never be adding material at this stage)

2) Check the grammar for all of your sentences *

3) Edit for clarity and succinctness (try to write simple, short sentences that are easy to interpret) **

4) Add in topic sentences to start each paragraph (and try to make sure each paragraph only makes one main point) ***

5) Add in smooth transitions to make sure each sentence flows smoothly from the previous one ***

• For more information on grammar and associated tips, see the associated pages on our site. ** For help in editing for clarity and succinctness, see the relevant page here. *** For guidance on writing topic sentences and using smooth transitions, please see these pages on our site.