Most digital writing tools share the same annoying flaw: they assume you’ve already typed your work. But for students, that’s not always the reality. Whether it’s a timed exam, a classroom assignment, or a late-night practice session, a lot of the best thinking still happens with a pen and a piece of paper.
Until now, getting feedback on those handwritten essays meant one of two things: painstakingly retyping the whole thing into a computer or waiting days for a teacher to hand it back. BetterComposition.app was built to kill that extra step.
How it works (It’s actually simple)
We didn’t want to build another bloated “all-in-one” platform. We wanted to do one thing perfectly: Correct handwritten English essays directly from a photo.
- Write: Do your work on paper, just like you normally would.
- Snap: Take a photo with your phone.
- Learn: Upload it and get instant, structured feedback.
Built for the “Real World” of Writing
Generic grammar checkers struggle with photos of messy handwriting or crumpled notebook paper. We built our AI specifically to handle the realities of student life. It doesn’t just hunt for typos; it looks at your sentence structure, your vocabulary, and how clearly you’re getting your point across.
It’s less like a spell-checker and more like a tutor who’s always available.
Why go “Paper-First”?
- Exam Ready: Most big exams are still handwritten. Practicing on a screen doesn’t give you the same muscle memory.
- Zero Friction: No manual transcription. No “converting” text. Just upload and go.
- Focus: Without a keyboard in front of you, there are fewer distractions. You focus on the English; we’ll handle the corrections.
Try it out
We believe better writing should be accessible, which is why we offer a free plan to get you started. No commitments, no complex setups—just a simpler way to bridge the gap between your notebook and your goals.
If you’re tired of retyping your homework just to see if your grammar is right, give BetterComposition.app a try.