FAQs
General
- What is CorrectEnglish™?
- How do I use CorrectEnglish™?
- Why should I use CorrectEnglish™ instead of the spelling and grammar checker I already have?
- What languages are available in CorrectEnglish™ cross-lingual grammar feedback?
- What is task- and field-specific writing feedback?
Purchasing CorrectEnglish™
- How do I purchase CorrectEnglish™?
- How do I know which edition of CorrectEnglish™ is right for me?
- I write both academic-style reports and business correspondence. How can I customize my edition of CorrectEnglish™ to do both?
- Can I download CorrectEnglish™ to more than one computer? I have a desktop and a laptop, and I would like to use it on both.
- How much does CorrectEnglish™ cost?
- How can I purchase CorrectEnglish™ for my company, institution, or organization?
System Requirements
- What are the system requirements for CorrectEnglish™?
- Why do I need Internet access to use CorrectEnglish?
- Can CorrectEnglish™ run on a Mac?
General
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What is CorrectEnglish™?
CorrectEnglish is writing enhancement software that puts the writing tools and feedback you need right at your fingertips. By providing comprehensive grammar, style, and holistic writing feedback, CorrectEnglish helps you improve the quality of your writing in real time, whether for school, work, or personal enjoyment and correspondence. In addition to providing advanced grammar and style help, CorrectEnglish provides instant writing evaluation and revision checklists that are tuned to the styles and types of writing that you do daily. You can use CorrectEnglish as an independent word processor for all of your writing needs, or launch CorrectEnglish right from Microsoft® Word and Outlook for advanced writing help anytime.
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How do I use CorrectEnglish™?
CorrectEnglish is easy to use, whether you are using it as your primary word processor or prefer to use the CorrectEnglish Add-On for Microsoft® Word and Outlook. (Both stand-alone and Add-On options are included in every download.) Simply start writing whatever you need to compose in CorrectEnglish, Microsoft® Word, or Outlook. When you are ready to review, click CHECK in CorrectEnglish or the CorrectEnglish button in Word or Outlook.
The CorrectEnglish writing console puts all the tools you need to revise and improve your writing in plain sight—there are no hidden menus or long lists of options. Browse the many features through the intuitive tabbed system, putting advanced instruction and tools right next to your writing for maximum accessibility. Navigate through your errors and revisions at a glance using the simple color-coding and graphics. Toggle between quick tips and detailed help quickly, and tailor your grammar feedback to your needs as you go. The help and suggestions you need are always just a few clicks away.
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Why should I use CorrectEnglish™ instead of the spelling and grammar checker I already have?
CorrectEnglish goes beyond your standard grammar checker to help you improve your writing and communication overall, providing useful tips, instruction, and examples where most writing programs offer generic, cryptic feedback. The CorrectEnglish grammar engine targets over 80 types of common errors, from basic grammatical mistakes to more commonly confused words—often outperforming the competition in number of errors identified 2-to-1. Plus, CorrectEnglish cross-lingual grammar help is available in 7 languages, making English grammar accessible to non-native English learners still developing their skills.
CorrectEnglish puts all of the tools and tips you need to write well at your fingertips. Rather than struggling with a stack of grammar and style manuals, thesauri, and dictionaries as you write, the easy tabbed interface allows you to access the information and guidelines you need with just one click. From task-specific writing tips and samples to popular style association recommendations, such as from the Modern Language Association (MLA) and Chicago Manual of Style (CMS), CorrectEnglish offers all of the help and references you need to go from a blank screen to a well-written, perfectly formatted manuscript or document.
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What languages are available in CorrectEnglish™ cross-lingual grammar feedback?
Learning English grammar is hard enough without the added challenge of translating technical grammar terms into your native language. CorrectEnglish cross-lingual grammar feedback bridges the language gap so you can improve your English grammar skills and knowledge more comfortably and easily. Detailed grammar feedback in your native language, plus examples of English usage, enhance the learning and improvement curve.
CorrectEnglish cross-lingual grammar feedback is available in the following languages, which are included in every download of CorrectEnglish:
Spanish
French
German
Japanese
Korean
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese
CorrectEnglish also supports proofing for both American and British English conventions.
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What is task- and field-specific writing feedback?
CorrectEnglish was built on the philosophy that written communication differs across various professions and fields of study. By targeting the tasks and styles unique to each field, each CorrectEnglish edition offers the most relevant tips and instruction, whether you are writing a biology lab report or a thank-you letter.
Simply select the task you are working on from your product's task list, and CorrectEnglish will break down its particular style, development, and format into simple tips and models to guide your writing and revision.
CorrectEnglish provides instruction in three formats:
An overview of the task's purpose and content, style, and organization requirements.
An annotated model so you can see how your final copy should look and why.
A checklist so you can easily review your writing for key elements and information.
Generic writing instruction cannot compare to the level of detail and ease-of-use that CorrectEnglish task-specific writing feedback provides.
Purchasing CorrectEnglish™
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How do I purchase CorrectEnglish™?
CorrectEnglish is a subscription program with a one-time, downloadable installation. Visit our store at www.vantageonlinestore.com to purchase your subscription. After you've completed your purchase of CorrectEnglish, you will receive an e-mail with detailed instructions on how to download and install the program.
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How do I know which edition of CorrectEnglish™ is right for me?
Think about why you write: Do you do a lot of research or scholarly writing for work or for school? Do you write mostly business letters and e-mails, reports, and proposals? Do you write to practice and improve your skills, or because you enjoy writing as a hobby or for freelance?
CorrectEnglish editions are tailored to the types of writing that you do most, providing tips, templates, and feedback aligned to your writing needs. The tips and instructions in each edition address specific writing tasks and styles, guiding you through the steps of revising - or just starting to write - the actual documents you work on every day.
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I write both academic-style reports and business correspondence. How can I customize my edition of CorrectEnglish™ to do both?
You can purchase Add-On Field Packages to supplement the edition of CorrectEnglish you have selected as your 'base' product. With the purchase of an Add-On Field Package, you will receive access to the full set of instructional tips and models in that package as well as relevant content updates over the period of your subscription.
Each Academic or Personal Add-On Field Package costs $24, while Business Add-On Field Packages cost $49. Adding Add-On Field Packages to your CorrectEnglish subscription will not increase the renewal price. You can add field packages at any time during your CorrectEnglish subscription period through the Vantage Online Store.
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Can I download CorrectEnglish™ to more than one computer? I have a desktop and a laptop, and I would like to use it on both.
Currently, installations of CorrectEnglish are limited to one computer per license. To use CorrectEnglish on more than one computer, you will need to purchase multiple subscriptions.
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How much does CorrectEnglish™ cost?
Below is our current pricing chart for individual subscriptions. All purchases include instant product updates throughout the license period.
Edition: 1-year subscription package 5-year subscription package Add-On Field Package † 1-Year Renewal ‡ 5-Year Renewal ‡ Humanities $79 $139 $24 $19.95 $89.95 Social Sciences $79 $139 $24 $19.95 $89.95 Sciences $79 $139 $24 $19.95 $89.95 Academic Plus * $99 $159 N/A $19.95 $89.95 Sales & Marketing $129 $189 $49 $19.95 $89.95 Management $129 $189 $49 $19.95 $89.95 Customer Service $129 $189 $49 $19.95 $89.95 Technical Support $129 $189 $49 $19.95 $89.95 Business Plus Δ $199 $279 N/A $19.95 $89.95 Personal $79 $139 $24 $19.95 $18.95
* Includes all content from Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences
Δ Includes all content from Sales & Marketing, Management, Customer Service, and Technical Support
† Add-On Field Package price for initial purchase. There is no term for your subscription beyond your base edition.
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How can I purchase CorrectEnglish™ for my company, institution, or organization?
To request information about site-wide licensing of CorrectEnglish, or about customizing CorrectEnglish for your business or organization, please fill out a Contact Form.
System Requirements
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What are the system requirements for CorrectEnglish™?
To use Correct English you need:
Minimum
600 megahertz (MHz) Pentium processor, or an AMD Opteron, Athlon64, or Athlon
XP processor
64 MB of RAM
8 MB of available hard-disk space
Internet connection (56Kbps+ modem)
Internet service provider (ISP)
Windows® 2000, XP, 2003, or Vista
Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0.1 or higher, or comparable Web browser
SVGA graphics card or compatible video graphics adapter; SVGA color monitor
with a minimum of 256 colors capable of displaying 800 x 600 resolution
Mouse or compatible pointing device
Internet functionality requires an Internet service provider (ISP); local and long-distance telephone toll charges may apply.
Recommended:
800 MHz Pentium processor or an AMD Opteron, AMD Athlon64, or AMD Athlon
XP processor
32-bit color
To launch Correct English from Microsoft® Word and Outlook, you'll also need:
Microsoft® Office 2000, XP, 2003, or 2007
Outlook Desktop configured to your email account
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Why do I need Internet access to use CorrectEnglish?
CorrectEnglish relies on secure Web servers to validate your license and process your writing each time you use it. Processing on servers, rather than your desktop, means that your computer uses less memory and hard disk space to run CorrectEnglish. Plus, you will automatically receive the most up-to-date services each time you run CorrectEnglish without having to buy an upgrade.
Click here for help troubleshooting CorrectEnglish connection issues.
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Can CorrectEnglish™ run on a Mac?
No. Currently, CorrectEnglish is only compatible with Microsoft® Windows. If you are interested in CorrectEnglish for Mac, sign up here to receive updates.
