copy-editing

Edit marketing copy for clarity, tone, and persuasive impact.

Updated Mar 27, 2026
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Skill: copy-editing
Source: https://github.com/liammcleod-hub/blog/tree/main/repo-skills/marketing-library/skills/copy-editing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/liammcleod-hub/blog --skill copy-editing-liammcleod-hub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Marketing and product teams often have existing copy that is unclear, unfocused, or unconvincing; this Skill systematically improves that copy without rewriting the core message, preserving author voice while increasing clarity, persuasiveness, and conversion potential.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Seven-Sweeps Framework: A stepwise editing process (Clarity, Voice & Tone, So What, Prove It, Specificity, Heightened Emotion, Zero Risk) to catch issues that single-pass edits miss.
  • Context-aware edits: Advises checking product-marketing-context.md for brand voice and customer language before editing to align tone and messaging.
  • Actionable outputs: Produces annotated findings, prioritized recommendations, and concrete rewritten snippets for landing pages, CTAs, email copy, testimonials, and feature descriptions.
  • Quick-pass tools & checklist: Word-, sentence-, and paragraph-level heuristics plus a final checklist to speed up reviews or perform full sweeps as needed.

Quick Start

Edit this marketing copy for clarity, tone, concrete benefits, and conversion using the Seven Sweeps Framework and return annotated suggestions plus a concise rewritten version.

Frequently Asked Questions about copy-editing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I improve marketing copy for clarity and conversion?

You can edit existing landing pages, CTAs, emails, product descriptions, testimonials, and ads by performing structured editorial reviews. The process evaluates each format for tone, clarity, and conversion potential, returning annotated findings and concrete rewritten snippets.

What is the best way to proofread marketing copy without losing brand voice?

The Seven-Sweeps Framework systematically edits marketing copy through stepwise passes for Clarity, Voice & Tone, So What, Prove It, Specificity, Heightened Emotion, and Zero Risk. This structured method catches persuasive gaps and tonal issues that single-pass edits typically miss.

Can I use a structured editing process for my existing landing page copy?

You can edit existing landing pages, CTAs, emails, product descriptions, testimonials, and ads by performing structured editorial reviews. The process evaluates each format for tone, clarity, and conversion potential, returning annotated findings and concrete rewritten snippets.

What steps are included in a structured marketing copy edit?

The Seven-Sweeps Framework systematically edits marketing copy through stepwise passes for Clarity, Voice & Tone, So What, Prove It, Specificity, Heightened Emotion, and Zero Risk. This structured method catches persuasive gaps and tonal issues that single-pass edits typically miss.

Does structured copy editing work for short ad copy and CTAs?

Structured copy editing works for short ad copy and CTAs by applying word-, sentence-, and paragraph-level heuristics alongside a final checklist. This allows quick-pass reviews to speed up evaluations or perform full sweeps as needed for concise formats.

When should I not use a multi-pass framework for marketing edits?

You should avoid a multi-pass framework for marketing edits when you need to completely rewrite the core message or change the fundamental strategy. This structured process is designed to systematically improve and polish existing copy rather than generate entirely new messaging.