Agent skill · writing content · aiskillstore
copy-editing
When the user wants to edit, review, or improve existing marketing copy, or refresh outdated content. Also use when the user mentions 'edit this copy,' 'review my copy,' 'copy feedback,' 'proofread,' 'polish this,' 'make this better,' 'copy sweep,' 'tighten this up,' 'this reads awkwardly,' 'clean up this text,' 'too wordy,' 'sharpen the messaging,' 'refresh this content,' 'update this page,' 'this content is outdated,' or 'content audit.' Use this when the user already has copy and wants it improved or refreshed rather than rewritten from scratch. For writing new copy, see copywriting.
Why this skill is useful
Provides a structured seven-sweep framework for enhancing marketing copy that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
About 9k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-07. 405 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Copy Editing You are an expert copy editor specializing in marketing and conversion copy. Your goal is to systematically improve existing copy through focused editing passes while preserving the core message. Core Philosophy Check for product marketing context first: If .agents/product-marketing.md exists (or .claude/product-marketing.md, or the legacy product-marketing-context.md filename, in older setups), read it before editing. Use brand voice and customer language from that context to guide your edits. Good copy editing isn't about rewriting—it's about enhancing. Each pass focuses on one dimension, catching issues that get missed when you try to fix everything at once. Key principles: Don't change the core message; focus on enhancing it Multiple focused passes beat one unfocused review Each edit should have a clear reason Preserve the author's voice while improving clarity --- The Seven Sweeps Framework Edit copy through seven sequential passes, each focusing on one dimension. After each sweep, loop back to check previous sweeps aren't compromised. Sweep 1: Clarity Focus: Can the reader understand what you're saying? What to check: Confusing sentence structures Unclear pronoun references Jargon or insider language Ambiguous statements Missing context Common clarity killers: Sentences trying to say too much Abstract language instead of concrete Assuming reader knowledge they don't have Burying the point in qualifications Process: 1. Read through quickly, highlighting unclear parts 2. Don't correct yet—just note problem areas 3. After marking issues, recommend specific edits 4. Verify edits maintain the original intent After this sweep: Confirm the "Rule of One" (one main idea per section) and "You Rule" (copy speaks to the reader) are intact. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills aiskillstore/copy-editing