How to use this tool
- Paste or type text into the input area.
- Review long-sentence, passive, and jargon flags.
- Use the suggestions summary to improve clarity.
About Plain Language Checker
This tool helps content creators spot common plain-language issues: long sentences, passive constructions, and jargon. It uses simple heuristics and a small jargon list; results are best used as a first pass before human review.
Common use cases
- Scanning documentation or help text for plain-language issues
- Identifying passive voice and jargon before publishing
- Getting quick feedback during content drafting
FAQ
- What does this plain-language checker flag?
- It flags long sentences (over 25 words), passive-ish wording (e.g. is/are/was + past participle), and words from a built-in jargon list. It also provides a short suggestions summary.
- Does this tool send my text to a server?
- No. All analysis runs locally in your browser. Your text is never sent to a server or stored.
- Why might it miss or over-flag passive voice?
- Passive detection uses simple pattern matching (e.g. 'is done', 'was completed'). It can miss complex passives and may flag false positives. Use as a starting point, not a final check.
- Can I add custom jargon words?
- No. The checker uses a fixed jargon list. For custom terms, consider a separate review or editing workflow.