Length

Guide to Selecting Article Length

Choosing the right length for your article is crucial to match your content goals and audience expectations. Saxby offers a range of options to fit various needs:

1. Very Short (400-900 words):

   • Ideal For: Quick reads, news updates, brief overviews, and concise blog posts.

   • Benefits: It is quick to read, perfect for capturing the reader's attention in a short amount of time, and great for frequent posting schedules.

2. Short (900-1400 words):

   • Ideal For: Standard blog posts, product reviews, and short tutorials.

   • Benefits: It provides enough space to explore a topic in moderate detail without overwhelming the reader, making it suitable for regular updates.

3. Medium (1400-1900 words):

   • Ideal For: In-depth articles, comprehensive guides, and detailed tutorials.

   • Benefits: Allows for thorough exploration of a subject, supports SEO efforts with more keywords, and keeps readers engaged with substantial content.

4. Long (1900-2500 words):

   • Ideal For: Extensive guides, detailed case studies, and multi-faceted articles.

   • Benefits: It provides ample space for detailed analysis and extensive information, which is suitable for establishing authority on a topic.

5. Very Long (2500-3000 words):

   • Ideal For: Comprehensive ebooks, in-depth research articles, and exhaustive guides.

   • Benefits: Maximizes detail and depth, ideal for evergreen content that aims to be a definitive resource, excellent for SEO with ample keyword opportunities.

How to Choose the Right Length

• Audience Preference: Consider what your audience prefers. Shorter articles are often better for quick consumption, while longer articles are suitable for in-depth exploration.

• Content-Type: Match the length to the type of content. News updates and brief insights work well in shorter formats, while detailed guides and comprehensive studies benefit from longer formats.

• SEO Goals: Longer articles typically perform better in search engine rankings due to the inclusion of more keywords and in-depth information.

• Publishing Frequency: If you plan to publish frequently, shorter articles can help maintain a steady flow of content.

By selecting the appropriate length for your articles, you can ensure they are engaging, informative, and well-suited to your audience's needs.