Tools and platforms that I am using in writing for checking grammar, effective content promotion, and generating ideas.
I have been writing on several platforms and one thing that you should have are the tools that you will need in your writing journey. Even if you are a beginner writer, it is necessary to start your first blog post-not so professionally-but pleasantly and free from errors.
There are different tools that you can use but some of them need a premium subscription which is very discouraging and costly especially if you are starting (in my opinion).
In my journey as a writer, I am learning and discovering tools from my friends and other resources that I found helpful especially for beginners. The best thing is that they are offering a free plan and it depends on you if you will purchase their premium subscription.
Google Docs
I started using this when a friend told me that he is using it every time he writes a blog post. I was using Microsoft Word before when I was writing but the document files are piling up in my phone storage.
Also, since I am using a mobile phone, I find it difficult when I am editing and proofreading. So, I decided to switch to Google Docs.
So far, the experience is better than before. One thing that I love with the app is it has a built-in grammar checker when it highlights the error from your sentence and it suggests the best alternative for the word and corrects it based on your sentence.
Furthermore, it has also an auto-save feature where you don’t have to worry every time you exit the app unintentionally because the document will save automatically.
You can also check the printing view of the document based on the mobile view or desktop view.
Grammarly
If you are not satisfied with the built-in grammar checker of Google Docs, then using Grammarly is necessary. It can be added to your extensions in Google Chrome for an easy-to-use experience if you are using a desktop or laptop.
But on mobile, you can download the Grammarly keyboard and it will check your errors in real-time while you are writing.
The downside of the keyboard is it will automatically correct the errors, if you speak another language, for example, Tagalog, it will correct the words that you type because it supports the English language.
So I am using this when I am writing only. Also, I am not comfortable with the user interface of the keyboard.
Furthermore, they offer a premium subscription but it is pricey so it depends on you if you will purchase it. The last time I checked it was more than $12 per month. In my case, I stay with a free account because I cannot afford the monthly plan.
Title case converter
I am writing my title based on my preference, not until I discovered that there is the correct way to write your title and headlines. The title case is important.
According to masterclass.com, the title is one of the “hooks” from your blog post. In fact, it is the first on the list of hooks on your post. The readers usually look at your title so it’s important that your title is catchy and looks professional.
There are a lot of ways to write your title such as APA, AMA, Chicago, etc. But I usually use the APA type, also, based on titleconsole.com, the APA style is the preferred way to write your title for your blog posts.
Visit: titlecaseconverter.com.
Dreemport
I discovered this platform months ago but I did not pursue using it due to my schedule and laziness. The concept of the platform is to promote your content and engage with other writers.
If you want to get organic traffic and readers from your blog posts, start sharing your content on the platform. You will also need to curate and read others’ work so it is a win-win situation. You also have a chance to earn a $DREEM token by using their platform which is convertible into real cash.
Dreem is a token and cryptocurrency under the Hive blockchain.
However, the platform is still in its testing phase so expect some bugs and errors from the site.
Quick Plot Generator
Aside from writing blog posts, I am also writing short stories for the prompts that I am participating in. But every time that I am discouraged and can’t think of a plot, I am using this site where I can generate a story plot then I will just optimize and edit some characters and events.
I don’t usually copy all of it, just getting ideas and plot on how I will start the story.
It is very helpful because I can think of any plot twist in the story and have a conflict to solve.
Visit: Quick Plot Generator
I am still exploring and looking for more platforms that I can use but the aforementioned tools and platforms are what I am using every time I write.
But again, no matter what tool you are using, even if it is a free or paid plan, your productivity and motivation will start from you.
Hopefully, these tools will help you to increase the quality of your content and guide you in your writing journey.
If you want to support me as a writer, you can visit my Ko-fi page and buy me a coffee so I can reach my goal.
Oh my goodness. I am glad I came across this post just because of the quick plot generator. I am also a fiction writer and one great hurdle for my writing is having a plot idea. This seems like a solution you just provided and I'm going to check it out after dropping this comment . I hope it is amazing as you say.
And about Dreemport, you said it all, if you want organic comments, that's the place you get real interaction from people who actually read your post. Do you know your comment can even be voted as comment of the day?
Hey zyzymena! Nice to meet you. Maybe you are always joining in the InkWell Weekly prompt to write ficitional stories.
Thank you! I didn't know that everyone's comment can be a comment of the day haha who initiated it?
Yes I do participate on inkwell and coming up with a perfect plot sometimes can be a challenge.
The comment of the day is a Dreemport initiative. Everyday a comment gets chosen as the comment of the day and it gets about $2 worth of vote on it.
Oh cool, so we just need to comment and interact? That's a cool one. Good thing I also comment to everyone from Dreemport's submission.
Oh yes, just comment and interact and you'd never know 😉
What an honor to be named as one of the best tools for newbies!!!!
We so appreciate this kind of recognition from you! Thanks from the fullness of our heart!!!
Thank you! It's a good way to gain audience imo😄
Yes - that was the hope in the design! And we are still young! hehe
As we grow, hopefully your viewers will grow too!
Thanks for being with us in our first year!
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It's pretty big! Check it out :)
Oh thanks for the warm welcome in the community! I'm going to check it out😄
Fantastic! This is what newbies need to see more of - helpful guidance ❣️ Nicely laid out, easy to follow. Now I have to visit titlecaseconverter to read more hehe ... I already use google docs, Grammarly and Dreemport - as Julie Andrews sings...
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Cool! The title case converter changed my titles from noob to pro! You should try it.
Thank you for curating!
Brilliant... thanks for the info❣️ I will give it a bash to see how it looks before and after hehe
Hope you will have a good results!
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These are great tools! I know some AI writing sites will help generate content for taglines, titles, slogans. Sites such as "AI Writer" and "Copy AI".
I think I heard about AI Writer, but I don't like to use it though...too afraid might be flagged as plagiarism.
It shouldn't be but it is geared more toward branding products for online stores. It works well for sparking an idea that gives the spark to create your own. It has been awhile but was so impressed with it.
Oh that's nice to generate ideas. Maybe I will check it.
The Title CAse Convertor is interesting, have not seen that before.
Popped in from dreemport.
Hello, tengolotodo! The title case converter is a good one to create a good case of your headline.
Thank you for passing by!
You are so very welcome and yes a good headline rocks, so it is great to know about :)
Very good starter/beginner tools @anonymous02, some that a lot of newbies overlook because they came from backgrounds like I did, I was not and still do not consider myself much of a writer even though others tell me I'm full of [beep] hahahahahahaha!!!
Nice summary.
This post was obtained through Dreemport.
Thank you, JamesRussell! Maybe you are really a writer. I might check your profile to see 👀
Thank you for reading with Dreemport!
I think these can be used by anyone be it beginner or not. Glad to see @Dreemport there which also brought me to this post of yours :)
Thank you for reading! Dreemport is the best to bring traffic, really!
Indeed. Such a great initiative!
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