Writtenits

Writtenits is a term used in writing and publishing to denote a curated set of edits applied to a text to improve clarity, coherence, and style. The phrase can refer to the edited document itself, a described workflow for editing, or a software feature that generates or tracks suggested changes. The word is a portmanteau of "written" and "edits" and has appeared in online writing communities and editing tools since the early 2010s.

Etymology and scope: The term’s origins are informal, with no single authority defining it. In practice, writtenits may involve multiple passes, including structural review of argument and organization, sentence-level tightening, grammar and punctuation correction, consistency checks, and adherence to a house style.

Use and applications: Writtenits are used in education to teach revision skills, in journalism and publishing to organize rounds of revision, and in collaborative software as a feature that presents suggested changes alongside the original text. Depending on context, edits may be substantive or superficial, and authors may choose to accept, modify, or reject suggestions.

Relation to other editing concepts: Writtenits overlap with proofreading, copyediting, and revision but are sometimes described as a broader, holistic editing package aimed at the final written product rather than only mechanics.

Reception and critique: Proponents emphasize improved readability and consistency, while critics warn against over-editing or loss of author voice when automated writtenits are over-relied upon.

See also: Editing, Proofreading, Copyediting, Style guide, Collaborative writing.