I need advice. I’ve read many of the posts and related threads about various grammar checkers, including AI. I’m trying to decide between Grammarly, ProWritingAid, using AI (Apple’s, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.), or another option.
My writing consists of the following:
A large non-fiction book.
Monthly blog articles.
Speeches.
I do not write fiction, screenplays, or poetry.
I’m using an M1 MBP and an M4 iPad Pro, all with the latest updates.
What would you recommend and why? Any potential problems using the grammar checkers with Scrivener?
Any advice will be appreciated, thanks in advance!
I have Grammarly, which works fine, but because I’ve started using Scrivener for more of my writing, I thought it prudent to get the expert advice of those in this forum before I renew my subscription.
Certainly, but what I am primarily interested in is the effectiveness of the integration with Scrivener. I want to avoid unnecessary complications or hiccups when using the apps. I also understand that Grammarly versus PWA may be better at some things than others so I thought I would ask the form for their input.
Love PWA because of integration and ability to concentrate on different aspects at a time. Very detailed analysis. You can also turn if off if want to work without it.
here is a sample of the reports you can look at.
I’m using Grammarly to catch my dyslexia (not throwaway term usage). Works well for me and has for a long time now. I’ve experimented with Apple’s new language tools, but it doesn’t integrate well with Scrivener (yet). I’m super wary of AI-related things in this context.
I always say: Learn grammar for yourself. You are better than any program. If you have, then there’s no need for programs. If the task is huge, Grammarly (easily confused, though it is) will handle that, but you will need to double check it, as it is dumb.
Thanks for your input. I understand your point, but I have a good grasp of grammar. However, another set of “eyes” is helpful, just as using an editor to review one’s writing is helpful. Additionally, it is too easy to miss one’s own mistakes because the brain often fills in what is missing or wrong. I’ve found good grammar and syntax checkers to be useful.
So far I’ve been using Prowritingaid it works with scrivener if you use it on windows I believe. I’ve found it really helpful. I plan to keep using it when I get my window computer up and working. It really give good results and gives you pointers on what to improve on
And dyslexic folks should give up, aye? I mean, why use a word processor at all? Just learn to write by hand without mistakes, dummy! (I jest… but casual ableism, my friend!)
Thanks everyone for your helpful input. I’ll give this careful thought before making a decision.
My understanding, which may be wrong, is that PWA provides a more in-depth assessment of the quality and style of one’s writing, whereas Grammarly is focused more, though not exclusively, on grammar. Moreover, PWA integrates with Scrivener; Grammarly does not.
Grammarly also integrates with Scrivener in two ways: as a grammar checker and a new integrated AI tool that offers alternative ways to structure your sentences.
Sometimes Grammarly prime (my name) doesn’t agree with Grammarly (AI). The again Grammarly AI has an irritating habit of unbundling all contractions, and no one in their right mind speaks like that and it’s so bloody boring writing like you swallowed a thesaurus just to appease the lecturer.
Grammarly is funky with creative writing, I find. It catches me when I trip on grammar (or my dyslexia mangles something), but I ignore most of its suggestions because it doesn’t understand style.
