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ProWritingAid Desktop Editor

Stay focussed with our Desktop Editor. Upload and edit your Scrivener, rich text, Word and OpenOffice documents.

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I am continually impressed with the positive input this program offers me every time I sit down to write. My skills have improved immensely since I bought it and heartily recommend it to anyone who wants to have more confidence in their own writing.

I’ve tried every free and paid writing/editing/grammar extension out there and this by far is the best one my team and I have found. It’s fast, accurate and really helps improve your writing beyond simple grammar suggestions.

This app works really well with and in Word. All the features one enjoys in the full version of the app are a click away.

Common Questions About Our Desktop Editor

How do I install the Desktop Editor for Windows?

You can install ProWritingAid in four quick steps:

  1. Click the button above to download for Windows.

  2. Double-click the “ProWritingAidDesktopSetup.exe” file to run it.

  3. Follow the installer prompts.

  4. Log in to your ProWritingAid account when prompted.

How do I install the Desktop Editor on Mac?

You can install ProWritingAid in just four easy steps:

  1. Click the button above to download for Mac.

  2. Double-click the “ProWritingAidDesktopSetup.dmg” file to run it.

  3. Follow the installer prompts.

  4. Log in to your ProWritingAid account when prompted.

How do I uninstall the Desktop Editor from my computer?

On Mac:

  1. Find the ProWritingAid Desktop Editor in Finder. 

  2. Drag the app to the Trash, or select the app and choose File > Move to Trash.

  3. To fully delete the app, choose Finder > Empty Trash.

If you experience any issues with following the instructions above, please let our team know at hello@prowritingaid.com

On Windows:

  1. Go to 'Settings' on your computer

  2. Then go to 'Apps'

  3. Find the ProWritingAid Desktop Editor within your list of apps.

  4. Click 'Uninstall' and follow the provided steps. This should then uninstall and remove the ProWritingAid Desktop Editor from your computer.

Does the Desktop Editor require an internet connection to work?

Yes, to check your document and provide corrections, the ProWritingAid Desktop Editor must have a working internet connection. It cannot work while offline.