copy-editing

Reviews and improves existing marketing copy through seven sequential editing sweeps.

3|1|Updated Apr 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ever-just/agentskills --skill copy-editing-ever-just
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: copy-editing
Source: https://github.com/ever-just/agentskills/tree/main/skills/white-paper-writing/marketing-copy-editing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ever-just/agentskills --skill copy-editing-ever-just

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve? Existing marketing copy often suffers from vague claims, inconsistent tone, missing proof, and weak calls to action, and unstructured editing passes miss these issues. This Skill provides a systematic framework for reviewing and improving copy without rewriting it from scratch. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Seven Sweeps Framework: Runs sequential passes over copy covering Clarity, Voice and Tone, So What, Prove It, Specificity, Heightened Emotion, and Zero Risk, with loop-backs to verify earlier sweeps. - Quick-Pass Editing Checks: Applies word-level, sentence-level, and paragraph-level rules for fast reviews, including filler-word cuts and weak-to-strong word replacements. - Plain English Reference: Replaces complex or pompous words with plain alternatives using a lookup table in references/plain-english-alternatives.md. - Use Case: Given a homepage draft full of phrases like "innovative, cutting-edge platform" and "drive meaningful results," the Skill flags vague language, missing proof points, and weak CTAs, then produces a tightened rewrite. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to edit your existing marketing copy, for example: "Edit this homepage copy and tighten up the messaging."

Frequently Asked Questions about copy-editing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I edit marketing copy to make it more persuasive?▼

Run the copy through focused editing passes: check clarity first, then voice consistency, then whether every claim answers "so what," is backed by proof, and is specific. Finish by adding emotional resonance and removing risk near the call to action.

What is the difference between copy editing and copywriting?▼

Copy editing improves existing copy through review passes while preserving the core message and the author's voice. Copywriting creates new copy from scratch. Use editing when you already have a draft; use copywriting when starting from a blank page.

How do I make vague marketing copy more specific?▼

Replace vague words like "improve" or "many customers" with concrete numbers, timeframes, and examples, such as "save 4 hours every week" or "2,847 teams." Cut any content that cannot be made specific, since it is likely filler.

Can this skill write new copy from scratch?▼

No. This Skill only edits existing copy. For writing new copy from scratch, it defers to the related copywriting skill, and it explicitly distinguishes the two tasks when asked to draft fresh content.

Why does my copy feel wordy and how do I fix it?▼

Wordiness usually comes from filler words like "very," "just," and "in order to," plus redundant phrases and hedge language. Cut weak intensifiers, replace nominalizations with verbs, limit sentences to one idea, and keep paragraphs to two to four sentences.