elements-of-style

Apply Strunk & White principles to edit and polish written prose.

Updated Jun 24, 2026

Search Tags:#writing #editing #grammar #style guide #proofreading #prose improvement

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npx skills add https://github.com/rmarquis/agents-plugins --skill elements-of-style-rmarquis

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Skill: elements-of-style
Source: https://github.com/rmarquis/agents-plugins/tree/main/elements_of_style
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rmarquis/agents-plugins --skill elements-of-style-rmarquis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps writers improve unclear, verbose, or mechanically written prose by applying established principles for clarity, brevity, grammar, and effective style.

Core Features & Use Cases

Prose Editing: Rewrite and polish text while preserving the author's intended meaning and tone.
Style Enforcement: Apply Strunk & White principles covering sentence structure, word choice, punctuation, and composition.
Use Case: A writer can submit a draft article, report, or message and receive a cleaner version with unnecessary words removed, vague phrasing replaced, and readability improved.

Quick Start

Use the elements-of-style skill to revise the following text for clarity, concision, and stronger prose.

Frequently Asked Questions about elements-of-style

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

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How do I edit and improve my prose for clarity and concision?▼

You can edit and improve prose by applying Strunk & White principles to rewrite verbose sentences, replace vague phrasing, and enhance overall readability while preserving your original meaning.

What is the best way to proofread a draft article for grammar and style?▼

The best way to proofread a draft article is to apply established style guide rules that enforce correct sentence structure, word choice, and punctuation, transforming mechanically written text into polished, effective prose.

Can I use this to rewrite a report without changing my intended tone?▼

Yes, you can rewrite a report without changing your intended tone because the Skill preserves the author's original meaning and voice while removing unnecessary words and improving sentence composition.

Does this prose editing approach work for polishing short messages and emails?▼

This prose editing approach works for polishing short messages and emails by applying the same principles of brevity and effective style to any written content, ensuring your communication is clear and precise.

What are the limitations of using a style guide for automated prose improvement?▼

A limitation of using a style guide for automated prose improvement is that it requires explicit style transformation guidance based on Strunk & White principles, meaning highly creative or stylized text may need manual review to ensure nuanced meaning is retained.