Fix in this order
1. Question fit — Are you answering the asked task?
2. Thesis — Is the answer clear early?
3. Missing evaluation / comparison — If the command word requires it
4. Unsupported claims — Add evidence or cut the claim
5. Structure — One main idea per paragraph
6. Citations
7. Sentence-level clarity last
Students often polish grammar while the argument still misses the brief. That feels productive and changes little.
After each major fix
Re-read the question, then re-check. AcademicCheck’s priority actions are designed for this loop — see the sample report.