Keywords: ONLINE WRITING.

DEFINITION.

Online writing refers to text created on an electronic device (for example on a smartphone, tablet or
computer) for the purposes of viewing.it is also known as digital writing.It helps in learning about digital
tools and in writing process, practices,skills and habit of mind.It is all about dramatic changes in writing
and communication where one creates,composes and shares information. its formats included tweeting,
blogging,texting and messaging on social media platforms.

BENEFITS OF ONLINE WRITING.

1. Flexibility. One has the freedom to work from anywhere at any given time.
2. Provision of job opportunities. Many writer are being paid by doing online writing based on their
skills and abilities.
3. Quality work within the set deadline.writer works tirelessly to accomplish given work within the set
time.
4. Vast knowledge. The writer acquires new skills,information and knowledge through online writing.
5. It provides good relationship between client and the writer. There is a clear understanding of what
to do and when to be done.
HOW TO BE A GOOD ONLINE WRITER.
 Stay on top of the current events by updating your contents as often as possible
 Give equal weight to the design and style of the content.
 Tighten up your writing by always getting to the point.Take time to get it right by writing and
revising your work to correct any mistake made.
 Make your skim much more amenable to world of online content.
 Break the silent loudly by attracting the reader through your titles and introductions.One should
invest time in creating good titles.
 Make your writing digestible by not only texting but by also adding images and videos to support
and expand messages where possible. This ensures there is visual excitement and enhancement
of the appearance in a brief way.
 Write in a lively ordinary language that people use in speaking and writing.Use every day words
so that you can communicate your ideas clearly and quickly.
DISADVANTAGES OF ONLINE WRITING.
 Distractions. It is very easy to lose focus while one is working from home.This distractions can be
caused by family members and favouite program aired during the working hour.
 House chores. One might end up taking too much time on house chores than the time taken in
working.
 Laxity. Lack of self discipline and procrastinating doing online assignmenrs can lead to one
becoming less productive.
 Missed networking opportunities.working online can lead to poor or no networking
opportunities with Family, friends and colleagues.
 Internet dependency. All online work is Internet based and in cases of power outage one can not
be able to meet the deadline given.