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Samuel Wangui Muriuki

Department of Computer Science, University of the People

ENGL 1102-01

Olga Savva

September 23, 2024

Abstract

In the digital age, numerous tools are at our disposal to boost productivity and efficiency in

writing works. My discussion majors on three major tools which include Grammarly, Google

Docs and Scrivener. Each of the tools listed above offer unique feature that improves or impacts

the quality of writing.

1. Grammarly

This is a widely used tool all across the globe used by millions of students and professionals. It

offers assistance in checking grammar, punctuation and any other grammatical error present. The

key features are:

- Plagiarism Detection is the major feature as it scans the documents and compares against

millions of other documents to check originality by avoiding copying someone’s work.

- Grammar and Spelling Checking enforced by detecting errors present and also laying

suggestions of corrections to counter this.

- Browser Extension as it enhances collaboration enabling users to get feedback of their

works from others through the email.


Practical Working Scenario

For instance, a student writing and essay. When writing, Grammarly detects grammatical errors

and suggests alternatives thus quality of work. For example, when the student writes, “The food

was delicious,” Grammarly may suggest to say, “The food was delectable.” This helps the

students write their essays with much refined grammar improving their performance.

Aidan C. (2024)

2. Google Docs

Google docs is a cloud word processor that enhances real-time collaboration among users. Just

like Microsoft Word, it is similar to this tool as it also useful for effective writing. It’s key

features include;

- Real-Time Usage as many users can use to edit documents as much as they can.

- Users can give feedbacks on the texts by leaving comments of their peers’ work.

Practical Writing Scenario

A student can use Google Docs to draft their assignments. Incase of a group work assignment,

one student can write the introduction, another adds the body and others add findings and

research of their research project. This collaboration between students enhances communication

and feedback to their works thus better productivity and efficiency.

Lance C. (2023)
3. Scrivener

Scrivener is a massive writing software used for huge writings such as novels, research reports

and screenplays. It entails great organizational tools that aid writers to counter complex writings

effectively. Its key features are;

- Document organization as it allows users to break down their work into smaller tasks to

make the work manageable that can be easily worked on and arranged. This helps to

avoid workload of writing making writing productive and efficient.

- Storage capabilities evident by allowing users to store texts, images within their projects

mostly on instances of research. This helps the users to work smoothly with no mistakes

when all information needed is present.

Practical Writing Scenario

An author of a novel using Scrivener, can write the plot on the corkboards while writing other

parts of the novel in separate sections. If he decides to change the flow of the plot it would be

easy as he would just add and drop the section at hand to the required part. This enhances

flexibility by enabling users to organize their works in the manner they want thus efficiency is

enhanced.

Comparison of the Tools

Comparing the strengths of the above tools is way clear as Grammarly provides instant feedback,

plagiarism detection, Google Docs enhances real-time collaboration whereas, Scrivener offers
organizational capabilities of work. Summing up all their distinctive strengths their significance

cannot be matched, as in general they enhance productivity and efficiency in writing.

Their major limitations on the other hand include; can only be accessed through the internet,

requires subscription fees to use them which may be not accessed by many making it impossible

to large numbers of people.

Their suitability is also well portrayed, as Grammarly is best for writing essays and articles,

Google Docs for group projects whereas, Scrivener is best for novels and research reports.

Conclusion

To sum up everything, using tools like Grammarly, Google Docs and Scrivener significantly

improves productivity and efficiency in writing. Nevertheless, each tool having their strengths

and limitation s on the other hand, all offer collective impact to counter writing problems that

may rise.

References

Aidan C. (2024) Top 5 Tools for Writers To Boost Productivity And Enhance Workflow

https://futuramo.com/blog/top-5-tools-for-writers-to-boost-productivity-and-enhance-

workflow/

Lance C. (2023), Writing Processes in the Digital Age: A Networked Interpretation

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/373938708_Writing_Processes_in_the_Digital_Age_

A_Networked_Interpretation (Words 734)

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