data-corrections-writerlisted

# Data Corrections Writer ## What This Skill Does Writes a precise, publication-standard corrections notice for a data error published in an article — stating clearly what was wrong, what the correct figure is, and how the error affected the reported story. ## When To Use This Skill - A data error has been identified in a published article and needs a formal correction notice - You need to word a correction that is honest about the scope of the error without overstating its impact on the story's conclusions - A reader or subject has disputed a figure and you have confirmed the error - An editor or legal team needs a corrections draft to review before publication ## What You Need To Provide **Required:** The original published figure (as it appeared in print or online). The correct figure. The article headline or title and publication date. A brief explanation of how the error occurred (if known — this can be "we do not know how this error occurred"). **Optional:** Whether the error affects the story's main conclusion (yes / no / partially); whether a related chart, table, or infographic also needs correction; the publication's standard corrections format or style. ## How the Assistant Approaches This 1. Drafts a correction that states the error precisely — the original figure, the correct figure, and where in the article it appeared — without defensive language or over-explanation. 2. Assesses whether the correction should include a note on whether the story's core findin