write or die
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How to Use
Write or Die
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What’s Write or Die?
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Write or Die is a free web-based
application …
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… that forces you to write nonstop.
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It helps you to just put your
thoughts on the screen.
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It’s very helpful for writing first
drafts …
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… because it helps you focus and not be critical when
you write.
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(You can be critical when you edit, but
not when you write.)
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Let’s explore this web app.
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You should see this:
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Scroll down until you see this:
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Let’s take a closer look:
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If you are happy with the
default settings …
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… go ahead and write!
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Click this:
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You should see this:
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If you want to use the app
longer than 15 minutes …
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… you can adjust the “time goal” by going to the
drop down menu.
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You can also lengthen or shorten the grace period.
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Grace period = the length of time you can
pause ...
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… without “suffering” a consequence.
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You can also set a word count
goal.
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You can also choose the
consequence you “suffer” if you
stop.
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Gentle mode = You’ll get a
message that says:
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“You stopped writing. Keep
writing!”
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Normal mode = You’ll hear an
annoying sound.
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Make sure that you have your
headphones on.
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Kamikaze mode = Your writing will un-write itself.
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The words you’ve written will disappear one by one.
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Electric shock mode = They’re just kidding.
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If you suddenly feel the urge to
go to the restroom ...
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… simply hit the PAUSE button.
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Remember: The pause button
works only once.
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When you’re done, be sure to copy and paste
what you wrote ...
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… in a Word document or a
notepad.
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That’s it!
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For writing tips and more
tutorials like this…
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Thanks!