Your readability questions answered
You’re bound to have plenty of questions about readability and how you can improve your content. We’ve rounded up the most commonly asked questions and we’re tackling them one by one.
25 January 2019 by
Laura Kelly
Boost your email ROI by improving your readability
If your campaigns aren’t paying off, it’s time to take a look at your email’s readability.
24 January 2019 by
Steve Linney
3 easy fixes to make your blogs more conversational
Making these simple changes to your draft will make your reader feel as welcome as if you were getting coffee together.
14 January 2019 by Laura Kelly
The Spache readability formula
The Spache formula is a readability measure which estimates an elementary reading grade level. Find out how it's calculated and how you can best use it.
12 January 2019 by Laura Kelly
The New Dale-Chall readability formula
The New Dale-Chall formula was created to analyse readability for fourth-graders and above. Find out where it came from and how you can best use it.
11 January 2019 by Laura Kelly
The Automated Readability Index
The ARI assesses the U.S. grade level required to read a piece of text. It is useful for technical writing. Find out how you can use it.
4 January 2019 by Laura Kelly
The SMOG readability index
The SMOG Index is an influential and popular writing tool. But, where did it come from, and how can you best use it?
4 January 2019 by Laura Kelly
British Forces think acronyms are FUBAR
The British Forces are going to war with acronyms. The defense minister, Stuart Andrew, has banned the use of acronyms and abbreviations in his office. Smart move, or will it all go FUBAR?
25 October 2018 by Steve Linney
A step by step guide to improving readability
Readability is a cornerstone of content marketing, which helps readers understand the message that is being told to them.
24 October 2018 by Steve Linney
5 tips for writing a readable resume
The job search is on. How can you make your resume stand out with great readability?
3 October 2018 by
Dave Child
NHS doctors told to use ‘plain English’
Doctors are being told to adopt readability practices and write letters to patients that they can understand.
4 September 2018 by Steve Linney
How to use readability as a social media tool
Social media and readability go hand in hand. Short, clear messages are the key to both. But, that’s not always easy to do. Follow our how-to guide and you’ll soon be writing killer social posts.
31 August 2018 by Steve Linney
