When you’re writing in Google Docs, sometimes an extra page appears, and you need to delete it. This can usually be done by simply deleting the text on the page and using an extra backspace or delete, but this doesn’t always work. In this case, a page break likely exists, and knowing how to delete … Read more
Are you looking to turn on Track Changes in Google Docs? If so, you’re probably coming from the Microsoft ecosystem to the Google ecosystem, where editing mode is called Track Changes in Word. “Track Changes” in Word is called “Suggesting” mode in Google Docs. Turning it on is pretty easy. What we’ll cover in this … Read more
Occasionally, EditorNinja gets requests to edit a webpage that someone doesn’t control. This could be a case study on someone else’s website or it could be something like a report card (note: we’re not saying this is ok. In fact, it’s not ok. But it’s a request we get). Years ago, I learned the trick … Read more
You’re staring at a blank presentation slide. The task? Figure out how to build a content operations team. It can feel overwhelming, but this post breaks down the process step by step, from defining roles to selecting the right tools and incorporating a content management system. Building a well-oiled content machine isn’t about throwing together … Read more
It’s a question that might pop into your head when you’re browsing online or flipping through industry reports: “How do I build a content funnel that converts readers to customers?” There are a million different guides out there. But most of those articles don’t have you, the one building the funnel content, in mind. These … Read more
In the last five years, I’ve worked with hundreds of SaaS companies and their founders as they think about marketing in order to get their products traction in their market. Because of my background in SEO and content in-house, agency side, and as a freelance consultant, the conversation most often goes to SEO and content. … Read more
I have a question – is B2B blogging dead? This isn’t going to be the “B2B blog” version of “is SEO dead?” (the answer to that is: maybe, maybe not, it depends, it’s changing), I promise. But I think right now is the right time to have the conversation about blogging and if all of … Read more
Dissertation and thesis. These words are enough to fill any graduate student with dread. They are both academic endeavors — two kinds of paper that represent the culmination of a graduate student’s many years of study and research. Furthermore, the word “thesis” has another meaning — an argument or main point of an essay or … Read more
Sentence and title cases are two ways of capitalizing words in titles, headlines, headings, and sentences. In this article, I’ll compare these two styles, provide examples of each, and offer information on when to use them. Sentence Case and Title Case Key Takeaways Sentence case is when the first word in a heading is capitalized, … Read more
People mean many different things when they talk about “editing,” so as writers, communicators, and editors, we need to grasp the nuances of these terms, starting with the difference between copy editing and line editing. So, what are the differences between copy editing and line editing? That is what we will get into today in … Read more
Grammar is a polarizing topic. Some people (maybe you?) love it and are nerds about it. Other people (also maybe you?) hate it because it’s a fickle friend. You know what I’m talking about if you’ve ever written with Grammarly active. But love it or hate it, good grammar matters. As Jeffrey Gitomar, an American … Read more
When producing marketing content, you must have an editor you trust. Not only do you need them to work through your content volume, but you also need them to ensure that the content is on-brand, free of errors, accurate, makes your or your client’s brand shine, and is ready to convert readers to customers. But … Read more
Grammarians categorize English words into groups, which we call Parts of Speech. Most guides will tell you that there are eight or nine parts of speech, depending on a few factors, like whether they include interjections. Each part of speech serves a particular function, which I will describe below. The parts of speech we will … Read more
Speaking with many content people and publishers, one of the most common misunderstandings we see is the difference between copywriting and copy editing. We often get asked if our editors will also write content for websites. By the way, the answer is yes, through our SEO content writing services, where we write SEO-focused blog posts. That said, copywriting … Read more
Creating a style guide can feel overwhelming, which is why many content marketers don’t prioritize it. Unfortunately, failing to prioritize it means content will be less effective, more time will be spent on editing and “fixing” content than is necessary, and writers and editors will be frustrated. There’s a cool way to get around this, … Read more
The hyphen and the dash are commonly confused and misunderstood punctuation marks. And did you know that there are two kinds of dash? That’s right, there are en dashes and em dashes. In this article, we explain ‘em all — hyphens, en dashes, and em dashes — with examples of each. Key Takeaways A hyphen … Read more
Writers and editors love to make fun of ourselves. We know that our creative endeavors are hard, and a bit of levity never hurts anyone when trying to do something hard. We’re also known for making quips about our profession and saying them in humorous yet thought-provoking ways. Here are our favorite quotes about editing … Read more
Working on a paper? Writing for a blog like EditorNinja’s? Maybe you have a large dissertation or thesis due. Chances are, you’ve been told to adhere to a specific style guide, like AP or MLA. What is a style guide? A style guide tells writers how to cite their sources, format their pieces, and so … Read more
Maybe you’re writing to a tenant to let them know that, after careful consideration, you will let Fido move in with them after all. Or, perhaps you’re a teacher and would like to assign poems for your students to read in class. In either scenario – or a million others – you’ll need to know … Read more
Steal and steel — two words that are easily confused. These homophones (words that sound alike but have different spellings and meanings) trip up many people, much like the most commonly confused words! Though they look similar and sound the same, they are not interchangeable. “To steal” is to take something without permission, while “steel” … Read more
It looks like you’re making great use of EditorNinja. Nice work!
You have a few options from here:
Remember, you can always adjust priority on documents if you need specific ones back sooner. Just remember to let your editing team know in Slack.
Thank you!