How-To: Editing a LinkedIn Post
Editing helps you look professional. If your post has mistakes, people might not trust you as much. You might edit to fix typos, update facts, or make your message clearer.
A well-edited post can increase engagement and reach. A study by Grammarly found that LinkedIn posts without spelling or grammar mistakes get 29% more engagement than those with errors.
Editing a post doesn't erase its engagement stats. LinkedIn keeps the original likes and comments even after you edit, so you can improve your content without losing them.
How to edit a LinkedIn post
First, log into your LinkedIn account and go to your profile. Look through your activity feed to find the post you want to change. When you find it, click on the three dots at the top right corner of the post. This will show a menu where you can choose 'Edit post.'
You can change the text to make your message better. When you're happy with it, click 'Save' to update the post.
You can only change the text in a post. You can't change images or other media, and new links won't show a new preview image. If you want to change shared media, you'll need to delete the post and make a new one.
Tip: Think about when you make updates. LinkedIn's algorithm likes posts that get attention quickly after being published. Editing during busy times can help keep your post visible and engaging.
Best practices for editing LinkedIn posts
Check for grammar mistakes and typos. Tools like Grammarly can help find errors before you publish. Optimize your post for better reach by thinking about when to post and using keywords to help people find it.
Madeline Mann focuses on clarity and conciseness in her posts. She says, "By using relevant hashtags and engaging content, I've built a community of followers who actively engage with my posts. It's all about keeping a consistent tone and style while optimizing for reach."
Here are some do's and don'ts to remember:
- Do's:
- Use a clear and engaging headline
- Include relevant keywords for SEO
- Add a call-to-action to encourage interaction
- Use bullet points for easy reading
- Share a personal story or insight to connect with the audience
- Don'ts:
- Avoid using jargon or overly complex language
- Don't ignore visuals
- Avoid posting when your audience is less active
- Don't forget to proofread before publishing
- Avoid making the post too long
Follow these best practices to create LinkedIn posts that grab attention and build meaningful engagement and connections.
Advanced editing features on LinkedIn
Formatting options are pretty limited.
LinkedIn doesn't officially let you use bold and italics in posts. Some people use special symbols to do it, but it might not look right on all devices.
Advanced formatting is available in articles though.
Add videos, pictures, or documents to make your post more interesting.
If you're looking for inspiration, see our Examples of Best LinkedIn Posts for Beginners.
Final thoughts
Make a checklist for editing your posts. This helps keep your posts high-quality.
Include things like checking grammar, verifying links, and making sure rich media elements work right. Posts that are updated often do better over time. They stay relevant and keep attracting engagement.
Check out Rising Creators to connect with other beginner LinkedIn creators.
For more tips on creating engaging content, check out our 10 Essential LinkedIn Post Tips for Beginners [2025 update].
