# ProWritingAid

> Grammar checking, style editing, and story development toolkit for writers

ProWritingAid is a comprehensive writing assistant and editing tool tailored for fiction and non-fiction authors, as well as general copywriters. It goes beyond standard spelling and grammar checks by offering detailed style reports, pacing analysis, story critique, and rephrasing tools. It integrates directly into web browsers, desktop operating systems, and dedicated writing apps like Scrivener and MS Word.

Website: https://prowritingaid.com/

## What it is for

- Proofread long-form manuscripts for grammatical accuracy and consistent style
- Analyze plot, pacing, and character development in novel drafts
- Rephrase clunky sentences and eliminate overused words
- Check text directly inside tools like Scrivener, Google Docs, and Microsoft Word

## Features

- Grammar and punctuation checking with style improvement suggestions
- Over 20 detailed writing reports analyzing pacing, repeat words, and readability
- Story Critique tools for chapter, plot, and character analysis
- AI rephrasing and creative nudge prompts
- Integrations with MS Word, Google Docs, Scrivener, and browser extensions
- Desktop app working across native applications via Desktop Everywhere

## Pricing

Freemium. Free plan available; paid premium subscriptions available for unlimited words and advanced reports.

## Details

- Type: Web app
- Category: [Productivity](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity.md)
- Open source: no
- Platforms: Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension
- For: Authors, novelists, copywriters, and content creators
- Alternative to: Grammarly
- Tags: writing, editing, grammar, storytelling, copywriting

## Why it was saved

- [@futurewalt.ai, 20 March 2025](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHbPApohWI1/): A free alternative to Grammarly for proofreading and copyediting.

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Updated 3 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/prowritingaid

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