A spell checker is a small program, that compares the words typed by the user - to the list already stored on a computer (or word-processing program). If the user's word is not found - it is usually indicated onscreen so that changes can be made.
the game checkers is 'les dames' in French. To play checkers is 'jouer aux dames'.
The spelling is checkers, but the game is also known as draughts (UK).
Grammar checkers and spell checkers will identify the obvious mistakes, but you still need to proofread the document word for word.
Tesco use spell checkers
On a phone, there are automatic spell checkers that save time. Also, Spell Check Online is a good alternative if you don't have a mobile device. Both are free.
Most spell checkers are programmed to recognize and suggest corrections for common words and standard vocabulary. Proper nouns, which are specific names of people, places, or things, may not always be recognized by spell checkers unless they are added to a custom dictionary.
Laziness, poor education, and no spell checkers are just three reasons that come to mind.
Most spell checkers flag inappropriate spelling only. It does not check grammatical use unless you are using MS Word. Also, it may not flag inappropriate words such as foul language.
It is a brand name, not a common word. The medication in Quaalude was methaqualone. It is colloquially acceptable to use "quaaludes" to mean methaqualone tablets, but like many trademarked names, it will show as an incorrect spelling unless capitalized. (for that matter, some spell checkers reject many valid pharmaceutical names)
They start by using spell checkers. (grup) is spelt group!
The anagram is metalloid (does not appear in many spell checkers).
Spell checker dictionaries are typically larger than conventional dictionaries.