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Editing Test

Benchmark editorial candidates on clarity, structure, style, and accuracy under timed conditions. Used by publishers, agencies, and editorial teams worldwide.

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30 min
Test duration
1
Credit per candidate
75%
Default pass threshold
PDF
Instant report

What the Editing Test measures

Candidates edit a passage of 300–500 words for clarity, structure, tone, and style. The test assesses whether they can identify wordiness, passive voice, inconsistent register, and structural problems — not just surface errors.

How employers use it

Hiring teams use the Editing Test as a screening tool for editorial, content, and communications roles. It is typically administered after a CV screen and before a first interview, giving hiring managers objective data before investing time in interviews.

Before and after example

Before: "The report was written by the team and it contained a number of errors that needed to be addressed by the editorial staff."
After: "The team wrote the report, which contained several errors the editorial staff needed to address."
The Editing Test would flag passive voice, wordiness, and redundancy here.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Editing Test take? +
The standard test is 30 minutes. Clients can apply a 1.5× or 2.0× time multiplier for candidates who need accessibility accommodations.
Is the test auto-scored? +
Yes. The scoring engine compares the candidate's edits against a master-corrected version. Borderline results (within ±10% of the pass threshold) are flagged for optional Admin review.
Can I test for a specific industry? +
Yes. Set the difficulty to Industry Specific and select from over 4,000 industries. The passage will contain terminology relevant to that field.
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