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editing

Proofread, polish, and refine prose through structural, line, and copy edits.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#tone#grammar#clarity#voice#edit#polish#proofread
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cris-m/flopsy --skill editing-cris-m
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: editing
Source: https://github.com/cris-m/flopsy/tree/main/src/team/templates/skills/editing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cris-m/flopsy --skill editing-cris-m

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Editing helps improve clarity, readability, and correctness without erasing the author’s voice. It identifies structural issues, awkward sentences, and wordiness, delivering a refined, publication-ready draft.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structural Edit (Big Picture): fix organization, flow, and purpose across sections.
  • Line Edit: improve sentence clarity, rhythm, and active voice.
  • Copy Edit: correct grammar, punctuation, consistency, and formatting.
  • Use Case: when polishing essays, reports, or web content, to elevate tone and readability while preserving intent.

Quick Start

Follow the three-layer editing workflow to transform a rough draft into a polished version suitable for publication.

Frequently Asked Questions about editing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I polish prose and proofread my draft without losing my original voice?▼

To polish prose without losing your voice, apply a three-layer editing workflow: structural edits for flow, line edits for clarity, and copy edits for grammar. This refines readability while preserving your authorial intent.

What is the best way to fix structural issues and awkward sentences in an essay?▼

The best way to fix structural issues and awkward sentences is a layered editing process. Start with structural edits for organization, follow with line edits for rhythm and active voice, and finish with copy edits for consistency.

How do I adjust tone and improve clarity in a report without erasing the author's style?▼

Adjust tone and improve clarity by performing line edits that enhance sentence rhythm and active voice, followed by copy edits for punctuation and consistency. This elevates readability while preserving the author's style.

Can I use a three-layer editing workflow to prepare web content for publication?▼

Yes, you can use a three-layer editing workflow for web content. Structural edits fix organization, line edits improve sentence clarity, and copy edits correct formatting and grammar, delivering a publication-ready draft.

What steps are needed to proofread and enhance readability across a rough draft?▼

To proofread and enhance readability, execute structural edits for flow, line edits for active voice and rhythm, and copy edits for grammar and punctuation. This transforms a rough draft into a polished version.

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