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Author details challenges in digital revision vs. editing

The author distinguishes between editing and revising written work, noting that editing involves minor stylistic changes while revision requires more substantial structural restructuring. They find that current digital tools, like Google Docs and even Microsoft Word's track changes, are well-suited for editing but lack effective mechanisms for managing complex revisions. The author currently resorts to creating new documents for major revisions or mentally holding abstract arguments, finding no digital solution superior to this process. AI

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses writing mechanics and digital tool limitations, which falls under commentary.

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · IanWS ·

    Editing is Easy, but Revision is Hard

    <p><span>I’ve always liked learning about the mechanics of how others write. Common advice like "write every day" or "</span><a href="https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/p79pNyuPHzW3QtHpy/don-t-edit-your-ideas-before-having-them" rel="noreferrer"><span>don't pause to edit</span></a><…