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Best Free Tools for Writers
Writing tools that handle the practical parts of the craft — checking word and character counts against submission limits, converting title capitalisation, comparing draft revisions, and generating placeholder copy for layout mockups.
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Common Workflows
Preparing a submission
- 1Paste your draft into the Word Counter to check word count, character count, and estimated reading time
- 2Use the Case Converter to ensure your title follows Title Case consistently
- 3Run the Text Diff Checker between your draft and the editor's revised version to review all changes
Creating content placeholders
- 1Open the Lorem Ipsum Generator and choose paragraph count or total word count
- 2Toggle to start with the classic opener or generate fully random Latin filler
- 3Copy the output and paste into your layout or CMS preview
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best free word counter online?
Our Word Counter shows word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time — all in real time as you type or paste.
Can I check if my article meets a character limit?
Yes. The Word Counter shows the character count with and without spaces separately. You can also set a target word or character count and see the difference at a glance.
Which tool is best for comparing two drafts?
The Text Diff Checker. Paste the original draft in the left panel and the revised version on the right. It highlights every addition in green and every deletion in red, line by line.
Does the Case Converter handle sentence case properly?
Yes. Sentence case capitalises the first letter of each sentence and lowercases the rest — it handles multiple sentences in a block correctly.
How do I generate filler text for a design layout?
Use the Lorem Ipsum Generator. Specify the number of paragraphs, sentences per paragraph, or total words. Choose to start with the classic first line or generate completely randomised filler.
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