Readability Checker
Analyze text readability with Flesch-Kincaid, Gunning Fog, Coleman-Liau, and other scores. Get grade level and reading ease metrics.
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How to Use Readability Checker
- Paste or type your text into the input area.
- See readability scores calculated in real-time.
- View Flesch Reading Ease (0-100 scale, higher is easier).
- View Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (US school grade).
- See Gunning Fog Index and Coleman-Liau Index.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Flesch Reading Ease score?
A score from 0-100 where higher means easier to read. 60-70 is plain English, 30-50 is college level, below 30 is very complex.
What is Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level?
It estimates the US school grade level needed to understand the text. For example, 8.0 means an 8th grader can understand it.
What score should I target?
For general web content, aim for a Flesch Reading Ease of 60-70 (8th grade level). For technical content, 40-60 is acceptable.