# TongueToQuill - Full Site Content > Free military document editor for U.S. Air Force and Space Force personnel. Write in markdown, get professionally formatted documents that meet AFH 33-337 (Tongue and Quill) standards. TongueToQuill helps active-duty and veteran military members write memos, MFRs (Memorandums for Record), LOCs (Letters of Counseling), LORs (Letters of Reprimand), rebuttals, meeting minutes, and other official documents with ease. Built by service members, for service members. Free to use at tonguetoquill.app. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions URL: https://tonguetoquill.com/faq/ ### What is TongueToQuill? TongueToQuill is a free, browser-based editor for U.S. Air Force and Space Force personnel. Write your content and it formats and exports a regulation-compliant PDF — no fighting with Word margins or template files. Formatting follows AFH 33-337 "The Tongue and Quill" standards. ### Is TongueToQuill free? Yes — no installation or account needed. Jump right in to start writing perfectly formatted memos. You can also log in to tonguetoquill.app with a Google or GitHub account to sync your documents securely. ### What kinds of documents can TongueToQuill produce?

All document types include automatic letterhead, paragraph numbering, indorsement chains, attachments, CC, and distribution lists — with both Air Force and Space Force formatting variants.

### Can I use TongueToQuill for CUI or sensitive memos? No — TongueToQuill isn't authorized for CUI or Privacy Act-protected content. For those memos, use Airmark, hosted by the 55th Wing on Air Force infrastructure and accessible from NIPR. ### Do I need to know Markdown? No. The default Rich Text mode works like a normal document editor — form fields for the header (receiver, subject, date, etc.) and a formatting toolbar for the body.

If you prefer writing in Markdown, switch to Advanced mode and work directly in the source. Either way, the output is the same. ### Does TongueToQuill use AI? No — TongueToQuill is a formatter, not a writing assistant. You supply the words; it handles the layout, margins, paragraph numbering, and AFH 33-337 compliance. If you draft with an AI tool first and paste it in, that works fine — just apply the same judgment you would with any external service.

For tighter integration, TongueToQuill offers an MCP server that lets AI assistants like Claude format and export documents directly. See the MCP setup guide for details. ### Will the output pass formatting review? TongueToQuill is built specifically against the AFH 33-337 standard — margins, paragraph numbering, letterhead, indorsements, and all. In practice, output is consistently cleaner than hand-formatted Word documents. ### Does TongueToQuill store my documents? Signed-in documents are saved to a secure database tied to your account. Guest documents are stored temporarily and deleted automatically. No content is shared with third parties. ### Why doesn't TongueToQuill use the official Word fonts? The official USAF memo format calls for Copperplate Gothic in the letterhead and Times New Roman in the body. Both are commercial, proprietary fonts that cannot legally be bundled with free software. TongueToQuill uses open-source visual clones designed to be identical in appearance and spacing: CopperplateCC-Heavy for Copperplate Gothic, and NimbusRomNo9L for Times New Roman. Your exported PDF should be indistinguishable from a Word-produced memo. --- ## Empowering 10,000 Airmen URL: https://tonguetoquill.com/blogs/empowering-10k-airmen/ Author: The Team Date: 2026-05-28T00:00:00.000Z --- title: "Empowering 10,000 Airmen" date: 2026-05-28 excerpt: CMSAF Wolfe calls for Airmen who think faster and adapt quicker. Bad software gets in the way. Here's what we're doing about it. author: The Team keywords: CMSAF Wolfe, WHY Series, Airmark, 55th WG BOCKSCAR, Air Force software, airmen, military document tool, user experience, tonguetoquill --- In the latest [WHY Series](https://www.af.mil/Portals/1/Why_Series/CMSAF_Why_Series_3rd_Edition.pdf) installment, CMSAF Wolfe emphasizes the importance of "advanced Airmen who can think faster, discern truth, adapt quicker, and innovate." This priority contrasts against a pervasive "shut up and color" mindset perpetuated by software that satisfies program requirements on paper but fails the Airman who actually has to use it. Every tedious button click, every essential feature hidden four links deep, and every convoluted workflow that requires an SOP to execute slows you down. Bad user experience saps your mental energy, sets you on autopilot, and takes you away from your mission. ## Airmark in the Field That's why we deployed **Airmark**, a CUI-authorized instance of TongueToQuill, with **55th WG BOCKSCAR**. We format documents so warfighters can get back to fixing planes, defending networks, and winning wars. Since February, Airmark has: - Served **13,046 documents** - Saved a collective **1,612 hours** - Supported over **10,882 users** around the world We're focused on Airmen at every level: - The overwhelmed **SrA** writing their first rebuttal - The **TSgt** who juggles being a technical expert and a supervisor - The **MSgt** who takes care of their people - The **CMSgt or Colonel** who binds their reputation to every memorandum they sign ## Continuous Improvement We also have an excellent community of Airmark Beta Testers from active, guard, reserve, and civilian backgrounds that share insightful feedback. We've already resolved **49 feedback tickets** that have helped us prioritize ways to make Airmark better. This continuous improvement process is part of our core ethos and daily practice, ensuring Airmark achieves T&Q compliance while maintaining flexibility for users to diversify their template portfolio to their duties within the Air Force. We aim to eliminate procedural roadblocks to creating Air Force documents, enabling our Airmen to focus on their mission. TongueToQuill isn't perfect. Our app was a scrappy idea born out of love for good software and disdain for mind-numbing tasks. Try it out at [airmark.omni.af.mil](https://airmark.omni.af.mil), and let us know how we can serve you better. --- *The views and opinions expressed here are the authors' alone and do not represent those of the U.S. Air Force, the Department of War, or any part of the U.S. government. External links are merely informational.* --- ## Air Force Writing Tools: Finding the Right Editor for Military Documents URL: https://tonguetoquill.com/blogs/air-force-writing-tools-comparison/ Author: TongueToQuill Team Date: 2026-01-23T00:00:00.000Z --- title: "Air Force Writing Tools: Finding the Right Editor for Military Documents" date: 2026-01-23 excerpt: Comparing popular military document editors and tools to help you choose the best solution for AFH 33-337 compliant memos, rebuttals, and more. author: TongueToQuill Team keywords: airforcewriter alternative, rapidepr alternative, army memo maker alternative, air force writing tools, military document editor comparison, afh 33-337 editor, tongue and quill editor, best air force memo editor, tonguetoquill vs airforcewriter --- ## Choosing the Right Military Writing Tool The Air Force writing landscape has evolved significantly with digital tools designed to simplify creating [AFH 33-337](/resources/afh-33-337) compliant documents. Whether you're writing memos, MFRs, LOCs, LORs, or rebuttals, having the right editor can save hours of formatting headaches. This guide compares popular military document tools to help you find the best fit for your needs. ## What to Look for in a Military Document Editor Before diving into specific tools, consider what matters most: - **AFH 33-337 Compliance**: Does it automatically format to Tongue and Quill standards? - **Document Types**: Supports memos, MFRs, LOCs, LORs, rebuttals, packages? - **Ease of Use**: Simple markdown or complex interfaces? - **Export Quality**: Professional PDF output? - **Cost**: Free, subscription, or one-time purchase? - **Accessibility**: Web-based, desktop app, or both? ## Popular Air Force Writing Tools ### TongueToQuill (Our Tool) **Best for**: Airmen and Guardians who want markdown simplicity with professional output **Key Features**: - Write in clean markdown, export professional AFH 33-337 formatted PDFs - Templates for memos, MFRs, LOCs, LORs, rebuttals - Live preview as you type - Free for military members - Web-based (tonguetoquill.app) - No formatting knowledge required **Philosophy**: We believe you should focus on writing, not wrestling with margins and paragraph numbering. ### Other Popular Tools **AirForceWriter.com** - Established military document editor - Wide range of templates - Form-based interface **RapidEPR / RapidEPR.com** - Specialized in performance reports (EPRs/OPRs) - Bullet writing assistance - Impact statement generators **ArmyMemoMaker.com** - Army-focused memo builder - Army regulation formatting - Form-based templates **Lightning Within Five** - OPR/EPR focused tool - Bullet writing and packages **Bullet Buddy / Narrative Buddy** - Performance writing assistants - Bullet point optimization - Narrative statement helpers ## Making Your Choice The "best" tool depends on your specific needs: - **For simple memos and rebuttals**: A markdown-based editor like TongueToQuill offers the fastest path from thought to formatted document - **For performance reports (EPRs/OPRs)**: Specialized tools like RapidEPR provide targeted assistance - **For comprehensive packages**: Tools with form builders can guide you through complex documents ## Why We Built TongueToQuill After years of fighting with Word's auto-formatting and memorizing AFH 33-337 requirements, we wanted something simpler. Markdown lets you write naturally while we handle the complex formatting rules automatically. Our goal: **Remove the barrier between your message and a professionally formatted military document.** Whether you're a SrA writing your first rebuttal or an NCO helping your Airmen navigate paperwork, TongueToQuill is designed to empower you with the same professional formatting that used to require years of experience. ## Try Before You Decide We recommend trying multiple tools to see what fits your workflow: 1. **Identify your primary use case** (memos, rebuttals, performance reports, etc.) 2. **Test the interface** - does it match how you think and write? 3. **Check the output quality** - does it meet AFH 33-337 standards? 4. **Consider the learning curve** - how quickly can you be productive? ## Free to Try TongueToQuill is free for all military members. Try it at [tonguetoquill.app](https://tonguetoquill.app) - no signup required. Write your memo in markdown, see it formatted in real-time, and export to PDF when ready. --- *Have questions about military document formatting or which tool is right for your needs? [Contact us](/contact) - we're here to help.* --- ## Paperwork is Power #1: The Rebuttal URL: https://tonguetoquill.com/blogs/paperwork-is-power-1/ Author: Nibs and Buzzkill Date: 2025-12-02T00:00:00.000Z --- title: "Paperwork is Power #1: The Rebuttal" date: 2025-12-02 excerpt: How to tell your side of the story with an official memorandum. author: Nibs and Buzzkill keywords: rebuttal, letter of counseling, LOC, letter of reprimand, LOR, AFH 33-337, Tongue and Quill, Air Force rebuttal, how to write a rebuttal --- ## Arguing with a MSgt As SrA Nibs, I gained an outstanding learning opportunity from arguing with a senior NCO. My crew had loaned me out to a sister crew to perform a technical task for them. The MSgt of that crew directed me to accomplish the task incorrectly. As a politically inept SrA, I argued with the MSgt from a technical standpoint and received negative paperwork. I learned three important lessons from receiving that Letter of Counseling (LOC): 1. **Emotions are more important than facts.** Few people care about the truth if you threaten their egos with it. Sometimes it's better to communicate respectfully, disagree silently, then commit to your boss's decision. 2. **Don't micromanage.** A SrA's job is to know more things about their niche than you. The MSgt directing my technical execution made me feel deeply unempowered. 3. **Paperwork is power.** I was blessed with a supportive & capable supervisor who helped me compose, format, and channel a kickass rebuttal. The LOC never made it past the Shirt's office. ## Balance the Playing Field As a junior enlisted Airman, you don't have a decade of experience Air Forcing. Chances are, you haven't written dozens of perfectly formatted memos honed by pedantic bosses bouncing emails back at you. And when you received paperwork, you were probably overworked, anxious, and politically inept like I was. That's why supportive and capable supervisors are essential to our careers. The TTQ editor supports supervisors in empowering their Airmen. We tore down the barrier to entry for official communication by automating 27 pages of formatting standards in [*AFH 33-337 - Tongue and Quill*](/resources/afh-33-337) and creating a plug-and-play *Rebuttal* template. Now you can tell your side of the story without obsessing over margins and paragraph numbering. Just write. ## Writing Tips *Here are some tips from Buzzkill, my old supervisor, for writing a killer rebuttal.* Whenever you find yourself having to rebut an allegation against your conduct, it's great to seek out the Area Defense Counsel. Much of the time, however, busy Airmen and Guardians just need to make a quick rebuttal so their side of the story is heard and understood. I recommend checking out [this article](https://ucmjdefense.com/air-force-letter-of-reprimand-lor-rebuttal-guide-templates-tips-and-career/) for great tips from a lawyer's perspective. Here are a couple of key things to keep in mind for rebuttal success from my NCO days. 1. **Stay neutral.** Emotions can run high when dealing with someone impugning your character, behavior, and/or actions. It's important to keep the focus on the issue and how it impacts (or does not impact) the mission. 2. **Address the facts and refute inaccuracies.** Often there is the truth, and then there is others' impression of the truth. This can result in a difficult situation where you find yourself having to tell your 'version' of the facts. When this happens, it's key to focus on facts that are observable and aren't based on your impression alone. It can be tricky to write a rebuttal that identifies when someone else's emotions are in play or when information is missing. Hopefully, this doesn't happen, but when it does, sticking with the **rules, regulations, and the law** is your go-to for success. Sticking to the facts and avoiding emotional responses are effective ways to highlight inaccuracies. 3. **Accept responsibility and apologize for any perceptions of wrongdoing.** Here is where you can 'fall on your sword,' so to speak, and ask for leniency. Sometimes we err, and it is unavoidable. Reaffirming your value to the Air Force, keeping things professional, and recommitting to excellence, service, and integrity is your best path. In this case, you can only ask for forgiveness and aim to do better in the future. With these tips in mind, remember that they may not be 100% applicable to every incident. No writing or internet tips will be a substitute for good judgment and quality NCO guidance. In the end, the effect your rebuttal has on your supervisor and chain of command is beyond your control. You can write the absolute best rebuttal, keeping it professional and refuting every accusation made against you, but the paperwork might still stand and go into your record. Keep your chin up and commit to excellence while putting the past behind you. This paperwork is a document, and it does not define you. These tips can help, but nothing influences the process at a unit level more than your relationships with your fellow Service Members. --- *Buzzkill is a prior-enlisted Captain in the USAF who is passionate about computer systems and processes. Nibs is another prior-enlisted officer who followed in Buzzkill's footsteps.* *The views and opinions expressed here are the authors’ alone and do not represent those of the U.S. Air Force, the Department of War, or any part of the U.S. government. External links are merely informational.*