Equally valid for letters, emails, memos, articles.

• Is the tone appropriate for the audience? Did you…
  • [ ] Write for the reader (average reader or subject matter expert)?

• Are ideas organized logically? Did you…
  • [ ] Start with the main point?
  • [ ] Organize to serve the reader’s needs?
  • [ ] Use headings and subheadings consistently?
  • [ ] Include correct, unbroken links if document is a web communication, and didn’t use “click here”?

• Does the document use the right words? Did you…

  • [ ] Use active voice?

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  • [ ] Use the simplest tense possible (present tense is best)?

  • [ ] Use “must” to express requirements and avoid the use of “shall”?

  • [ ] Use everyday words (consider the audience)?

  • [ ] Use pronouns (“we” and “you”) to speak to the reader?

  • [ ] Omit unnecessary words?

  • [ ] Use short sentences?

  • [ ] Place words carefully?

• Are the spelling and grammar correct? Did you…

  • [ ] Spell and capitalize words correctly?

  • [ ] Make subjects and verbs agree?

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  • [ ] Use correct punctuation?

• Is the document formatted for readability? Did you…
  • [ ] Use informative headings and subheadings if the document is lengthy?
  • [ ] Use white space for easy scanning?
  • [ ] Use lists and tables to simplify complex material?

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