Learn The Steps and Tips For Using our Readability Checker

Want to make sure your content is easy to read and engage with? Whether you're crafting a blog post, article, or report, our readability checker is here to help you perfect your writing.

In just a few clicks, you can analyze your text’s readability and make adjustments to fit your audience—whether casual, academic, or professional. With various readability metrics to choose from, you’ll get instant feedback on how to improve clarity and make your writing shine.

Let’s see how it works:

Step 1 – Input Your Text

To start, simply copy and paste the text you want to check into the provided text box. Alternatively, you can upload a PDF document if you have a longer file you want to analyze.

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Step 2 – Select a Readability Metric

Now, choose a readability metric to measure how easily your content can be understood. Each metric gives you a different perspective on readability, so pick the one that best suits your needs. Here are the ones you can choose from:

Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level
Flesch Reading Ease
Gunning Fog Index
SMOG Index
Coleman-Liau Index
Automated Readability Index (ARI)

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Step 3 – Select Your Target Audience

Tailor the readability analysis based on your audience. Whether your readers are casual, academic, or professionals, selecting the right audience will help you optimize your content for clarity.

Options:

General – For everyday readers and casual content.
Academic – For scholarly or technical writing.
Professional – For business or industry-specific content.

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Step 4 – Click "Check Readability"

Once you’ve selected your readability metric and audience, hit the “Check Readability” button. The tool will quickly analyze your content and provide you with a detailed report.

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Tips for Optimizing Your Use of the Readability Checker Tool

Now that you know how to use the tool, here are some tips to help you get the most out of it and fine-tune your content for maximum readability.

Use Shorter Sentences and Active Voice

Break up long, complex sentences to improve flow. Active voice often makes text more engaging and easier to follow. Try our active passive voice converter tool to ensure coherence and improve flow.

Utilize Our Style and Tone Suggestor

After getting your readability score, refine the tone and style of your content using our style and tone suggestor. This tool will help ensure your text resonates with your intended audience.

Run a Grammar Check

Even if your content is readable, grammar mistakes can still hinder its effectiveness. Use our grammar checker to spot any issues and improve your overall clarity.

Check for Plagiarism

Ensure that your text is completely original by passing it through our plagiarism checker. This will give you peace of mind knowing your work is unique and authentic.

Experiment with Different Readability Metrics

Try out multiple readability metrics like Flesch-Kincaid, Gunning Fog, and more to see how they impact your content's readability from different perspectives.

By following the simple steps and our tips, you can improve the impact of your writing.