The ultimate test: “Would I be proud to put my name on this?”
AI Content Editing Checklist
Before you hit “Publish,” run through this checklist to make sure you’ve covered all bases:
- ✅ User Intent: The content is organized logically and addresses the intended topic or keyword completely, without off-topic detours.
- ✅ Tone & Voice: The writing sounds consistently human and aligns with brand voice (e.g., friendly, professional, witty, etc.).
- ✅ Readability: Sentences and paragraphs are concise and easy to read. Jargon is explained or simplified. The formatting (headings, lists, etc.) makes it skimmable.
- ✅ Repetition: No overly repetitive phrases or ideas. Redundant content is trimmed. The language is varied and interesting.
- ✅ Accurate: All facts, stats, names, and claims have been verified. Any errors are corrected. Sources are cited for important or non-obvious facts, lending credibility. There are no unsupported claims or outdated information.
- ✅ Original Value: The content contains unique elements (experiences, insights, examples, opinions) that did not come from AI.
- ✅ SEO: The primary keyword and relevant terms are included naturally. Title and headings are optimized and clear. Internal links to related content are added where relevant. External links to authoritative sources support the content.
- ✅ Polish: The introduction is compelling. The content includes elements that engage the reader (questions, conversational bits) and a call to action. It’s free of typos and grammatical errors. All sentences flow well.
If you can check off all (or most) of these items, you’ve likely turned the AI draft into a high-quality piece that can confidently be published.
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