Microsoft Editor

Microsoft Editor is an AI-powered writing assistant that provides all Windows OS users with professional writing support for not only document productivity apps, but also while writing emails, real-time chats, and anywhere on the web.

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It provides effortless access to spellchecking, grammar fixes, and style change recommendations, which can transform quickly written text into fully presentable correspondence or professionally written documents with just a few clicks.

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But that’s not all. These valuable options are offered for free to all Windows users, but much more is available to active holders of Microsoft 365 (formerly known as Office 365) subscriptions.

• Grammar and spell check
• Write clearly and concisely wherever you write most
• More languages, more options
• Edit, grammar, and spelling resources

The Premium version of Microsoft Editor available inside two Microsoft 365 packs (Personal or Family) provides wide array of additional refinements checks such as advanced grammar, clarity, formality, conciseness, perspectives, inclusiveness, advanced punctuation, sensitive geopolitical references, various vocabulary recommendations, and even guidance on sensitive geopolitical references (official place or city names, politically neutral names, and more).

The user interface of this service is accessible directly from any text field – simply find the underlined words, phrases, or sentences, hover, and click on them, and a drop menu will offer AI-generated suggestions to fix the text in a single click.

This dropdown menu provides access not only to grammar, spell check, or advanced recommendations, but also access to a dictionary, similarity checker, clarity options, and more.

Microsoft Editor can help users to get accustomed to the right forms of writing and become proficient writers by relying and advanced AI assistance, no matter if they are writing at home, school, work, or on the go. The service is even fully integrated into the webapp version of Microsoft Word.

Microsoft Editor can be deployed on any modern Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC by downloading its app from the Microsoft Store or the Microsoft 365 app listing (available only for premium subscribers).

The web-powered service is also available inside Chrome and Edge browsers. To install them, simply visit the official extension pages and install them with a single click of a mouse.

FAQs

Is Microsoft Editor free to use?
Yes, Microsoft Editor offers a free version that includes basic spelling and grammar checks. However, premium features like advanced style suggestions and clarity improvements are available only to Microsoft 365 subscribers.

Can Microsoft Editor be used in web browsers?
Yes, Microsoft Editor is available as a browser extension for Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome. Once installed, it provides writing assistance across websites such as Gmail, LinkedIn, and social media platforms.

Does Microsoft Editor support multiple languages?
Yes, Microsoft Editor supports over 20 languages, allowing users to check grammar and spelling in different languages. You can also set multiple languages to switch between them seamlessly while writing.

Pricing

Free Plan

• 1 person
• Edit basic spelling and grammar

Microsoft 365 Personal - $5.99 /month

• 1 person
• Editor basic, spelling, and grammar
• Advanced grammar
• Clarity
• Conciseness
• Formal language
• Vocabulary
• Punctuation conventions

However, even its free version can provide valuable service to all Windows PC users who just want to quickly produce accurate text for personal or public use.

Alternatives

Grammarly - An AI-powered writing assistant that offers real-time grammar, punctuation, style, and tone suggestions, with a robust free tier and premium options.

ProWritingAid - A comprehensive writing tool that provides in-depth grammar and style checks, detailed reports, and integration with various writing platforms.

Hemingway Editor - A minimalist tool focused on readability, highlighting complex sentences and passive voice to improve writing clarity and simplicity.

Ginger Software - A writing assistant offering grammar and spelling checks, translation, and rephrasing suggestions with multi-platform support.

Linguix - An AI writing assistant and grammar checker for Windows PC.

LanguageTool - A free and open-source alternative that supports multiple languages and provides grammar and style checks.

PROS

• Real-time grammar and spelling suggestions
• Integration with Microsoft 365 apps
• Supports multiple languages
• Customizable writing style options
• Cloud-based accessibility

CONS

• Limited advanced features in the free version
• Occasional false positives in grammar
• Requires a Microsoft account for full access
• Less intuitive compared to competitors
• Some premium features behind a paywall