How to Use

Write or Die

What’s Write or Die?

Write or Die is a free web-based

application …

… that forces you to write nonstop.

It helps you to just put your

thoughts on the screen.

It’s very helpful for writing first

drafts …

… because it helps you focus and not be critical when

you write.

(You can be critical when you edit, but

not when you write.)

Let’s explore this web app.

Go to: http://writeordie.com

You should see this:

Scroll down until you see this:

Let’s take a closer look:

If you are happy with the

default settings …

… go ahead and write!

Click this:

You should see this:

If you want to use the app

longer than 15 minutes …

… you can adjust the “time goal” by going to the

drop down menu.

You can also lengthen or shorten the grace period.

Grace period = the length of time you can

pause ...

… without “suffering” a consequence.

You can also set a word count

goal.

You can also choose the

consequence you “suffer” if you

stop.

Gentle mode = You’ll get a

message that says:

“You stopped writing. Keep

writing!”

Normal mode = You’ll hear an

annoying sound.

Make sure that you have your

headphones on.

Kamikaze mode = Your writing will un-write itself.

The words you’ve written will disappear one by one.

Electric shock mode = They’re just kidding.

If you suddenly feel the urge to

go to the restroom ...

… simply hit the PAUSE button.

Remember: The pause button

works only once.

When you’re done, be sure to copy and paste

what you wrote ...

… in a Word document or a

notepad.

That’s it!

For writing tips and more

tutorials like this…

Visit: http://dianedelacruz.com/

Thanks!