Writing Revision

Revises prose for clarity, scannability, and direct action by busy readers.

4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/staticaland/skills --skill writing-revision-staticaland
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: Writing Revision
Source: https://github.com/staticaland/skills/tree/main/plugins/prose/skills/writing-revision
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/staticaland/skills --skill writing-revision-staticaland

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve? Workplace writing often buries the point under filler words, vague asks, and walls of text, forcing busy readers to hunt for the message. This Skill restructures emails, Slack messages, and documentation so the key point leads, asks are explicit, and next steps are clear. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Point-first restructuring: Moves the core message to the first sentence and front-loads every paragraph with its key idea. - Filler and jargon removal: Cuts phrases like "just", "basically", and "in order to", and replaces jargon such as "utilize" or "leverage" with plain words. - Scannable formatting: Converts dense prose into bullets, bold labels, and explicit next-step blocks with owners and deadlines. - Use Case: Paste a rambling status update email and receive a tightened version that opens with the project status, lists completed and remaining work as bullets, and flags risks with dates. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to revise the attached email so it leads with the main point, cuts filler words, and ends with clear next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about Writing Revision

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I make my emails clearer for busy readers?▼

Lead with the key message in the first sentence, state your ask explicitly with a deadline, and cut filler phrases like "I just wanted to". Format supporting details as bullets and end with a next-steps block listing who does what by when.

How to revise a long Slack message to be more scannable?▼

Extract the core point into the first line, group related details under bold labels or headers, and convert prose lists into actual bullet points. Move background context to the end or link to a document instead.

What filler words should I cut from business writing?▼

Cut words and phrases like "just", "really", "basically", "actually", "I think maybe", "kind of", and "in order to". Replace jargon such as "utilize" with "use" and "facilitate" with "help" for plainer language.

When should I not revise text for conciseness?▼

Preserve the original voice and length for personal or emotional messages where warmth matters, creative writing with intentional style, and formal documents with required language such as legal or compliance text. Also skip revision when the author explicitly wants a verbose or formal tone.

Does the revision change my files directly or return new text?▼

Inline text input returns the revised text directly with no wrapper or explanation. When a file is provided, the file is edited in place using the Edit tool rather than producing a separate copy.