Editorial Policy

This page explains how FixMyTablet.net researches, writes, tests, and updates the content we publish. If you’re here, you probably want to know whether you can trust what we write. Fair — here’s our process.

Topic selection

We choose topics based on three signals, in this order:

  1. Search data. We look at what tablet owners are actually searching for, and we focus on questions that existing resources don’t answer well. We don’t write to chase high-volume keywords that don’t serve the reader.
  2. Reader questions. Topics requested via email or comments get priority. If multiple people ask us about the same problem, that’s a strong signal we should cover it.
  3. Gap filling. Budget tablets have terrible documentation. When we notice a specific model or a specific problem with no good existing guide, we prioritize it.

We do not take topic suggestions from affiliate partners or advertisers.

Research and testing

Every troubleshooting guide goes through this process:

  1. We verify the problem is real. We cross-check user reports across multiple sources (Reddit, Amazon Q&A, manufacturer forums, manufacturer support transcripts) to make sure we’re solving a problem that actually exists, not one that sounds plausible.
  2. We identify device-specific details. Budget tablets often differ in small but critical ways between generations (recovery-mode button combinations, Fire OS version, Android version, storage partitioning). We map which procedure applies to which model.
  3. We test the procedure ourselves whenever possible. When we own the exact device, we test every step of the procedure we publish. When we don’t own the exact model, we verify against at least two independent reputable sources (official manufacturer documentation, established tech publications, verified support transcripts).
  4. We note uncertainty explicitly. When a procedure is model-dependent and we haven’t tested every variant, we say so in the guide rather than pretending.

Writing style

Our writing follows a few rules:

  • No unnecessary jargon. If we have to use a technical term, we define it.
  • No padding. We don’t pad articles with “In today’s digital age…” introductions or content meant to hit a word count rather than inform.
  • Step-by-step numbered instructions. For procedures, we number the steps. “First… then… finally” is harder to follow.
  • Screenshots when useful. If a step is ambiguous in text, we add a screenshot.
  • Honest about limitations. If a fix only works on certain models, or only sometimes, we say so.

AI-assisted content

We use AI tools (like Claude and ChatGPT) as research assistants and drafting aids — the same way other writers use Google or a spell-checker. Every article published on FixMyTablet.net is reviewed, edited, and fact-checked by a human editor before publication. We do not publish raw AI output.

We take this seriously because AI models occasionally hallucinate incorrect technical details (wrong button combinations, fictional software features, made-up product specifications). The editorial review process is designed to catch these errors before they reach readers.

Fact-checking and corrections

When a reader reports an error, we investigate within 48 hours. If the error is confirmed:

  • We correct the article immediately
  • We add a “Corrections” note at the bottom of the article if the correction materially changes the advice
  • We credit the reader by first name (with permission) if they’d like

We keep a log of significant corrections and review it quarterly to identify patterns (e.g., “are we consistently wrong about Fire OS version numbers?”).

Updates

Every guide on FixMyTablet.net carries a “Last updated” date. Our policy:

  • Guides for current models (devices still being sold new) are reviewed at least annually
  • Guides for discontinued models are reviewed when a reader reports an issue or when we notice relevant changes
  • Buying guides are reviewed every six months to reflect new model launches and price changes

When we update a guide substantively, we update the “Last updated” date and make the most important changes visible (not hidden in tiny text).

Products we recommend

Our product recommendations follow these rules:

  • We only recommend products we would buy ourselves given the same budget and use case
  • We link to the current generation — if a newer version of a recommended product launches, we update the recommendation rather than leaving an outdated link
  • We recommend alternatives at multiple price points when relevant — not everyone has the same budget
  • We disclose trade-offs. No product is perfect for everyone; we explain who a product is and isn’t for

What we don’t do

  • We do not publish sponsored content disguised as editorial
  • We do not accept payment to write positive reviews
  • We do not publish “deals” content designed primarily to drive affiliate clicks without genuine value to the reader
  • We do not publish content on topics we don’t know well just because the search volume is high

Contact

Editorial concerns, tips, or corrections: editor@fixmytablet.net.