vale ☆
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Description:
Syntax-aware linter for prose
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @vale_sh  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: linter prose documentation style-guide writing
Install: brew install vale
About:
Vale is a syntax-aware linter designed for prose. It enforces style consistency and editorial standards across documentation and content by checking against user-defined rules. This tool helps teams maintain a consistent voice and quality in their written materials.
Key Features:
  • Extensible rule engine with support for custom styles
  • Supports multiple markup formats (Markdown, AsciiDoc, HTML)
  • Integrates with CI/CD pipelines and code editors
  • Provides actionable feedback and suggestions
Use Cases:
  • Enforcing style guides in technical documentation
  • Automated proofreading in CI/CD workflows
  • Maintaining consistency across large content repositories
Alternatives:
  • markdownlint – Focuses specifically on Markdown linting, whereas Vale supports multiple formats and custom style rules.
  • write-good – Provides general writing suggestions, while Vale offers more granular, configurable style enforcement.
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 10:08pm 0 VERSION_BUMP e6cb35bb
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