More than simply fixing up misspelled words and faulty grammar, advanced writing software can also help you iron out confusing expressions.
While it can't fix all possible transgressions, such automated tools can both recognize and remedy a whole host of things that can leave readers scratching their heads.
What kinds of confusing structures are you likely to turn out? 1.
Mixed constructions.
When either your subject or verb is wrong (i.
e.
they're not valid as either a subject or a verb), your sentence is said to have a mixed construction.
Grammar checkers can sometimes recognize this, although not all the time.
You'll have to watch out for them yourself.
2.
Pronouns that do not agree with their antecedents.
When you use the wrong pronoun (either they incorrectly refer to the subject or it isn't clear which it refers to), it can cause terrible confusion for the reader.
Not only will they need to reread the sentence to understand what you're getting at, they'll likely have to reread the ones before it, too.
3.
Confusing comparisons.
Metaphors and similes are great - if you know how to do them.
If your comparisons aren't clear, though, it can change the meaning entirely for the reader.
4.
Sudden shifts in verb tense and point of view.
This is very common among inexperienced writers who can get lost during the thick of their writing process.
If you begin with a dominant present tense, then stay there.
If you start with a third person point of view, don't make a sudden shift to a first or second person voice.