as per (as, in accordance with)

'As per' literally means "according to" or "in accordance with." In most everyday and professional messages it sounds stiff or unnecessary. Below: quick rule, clear rewrite patterns, many ready-to-use wrong/right pairs, and checks for work, school, and casual messages.

Quick answer

Usually replace "As per your..." with a clear, active phrase: "I'm sending...", "as you requested", "per [document]", or "according to [policy]". Reserve "as per" for formal legal or highly formulaic text.

Instead of "As per your request, I am sending the report," write "I'm sending the report you requested."
Use "per" or "according to" for clauses and documents: "Per section 3, ..." or "According to the contract, ..."
Start sentences with the actor (who does what) rather than burying it in "as per" openers.

Is "As per your" correct?

Grammatically it's not wrong, but it often feels formal, vague, or unnecessarily wordy. Most readers prefer a direct construction that names the actor and action.

Better: "As you requested, I have attached the file." or "I'm attaching the file you requested."
Concise alternative: "Per your request, I have attached the file." (good for brief business notes)

When to keep "as per" and spacing/hyphenation tips

Keep "as per" in legal, contractual, or compliance text where formulaic language is standard: "As per section 5.3, the buyer must..." Otherwise favor clearer wording.

Watch spacing and form: "as per" is two words; "per" alone is a common shorter choice. Avoid inventing hyphenated or fused variants.

Why writers reach for it

People use "as per" because it sounds formal and safe, especially in quick drafts or when imitating business tone. That habit can produce awkward or passive phrasing.

Sound-based guessing (it sounds right when spoken)
Desire for formality without thinking about clarity
Typing quickly and not rereading the sentence

Real usage: work, school, casual

Here are natural ways to replace "as per" by context.

Work: "Per the project plan, we start testing on Monday." / "I'm sending the analysis you requested."
School: "As you requested, I expanded the bibliography." / "I submitted the assignment as instructed."
Casual: "Like you said, I'll bring dessert." / "Per your message, I'll be there at 7."

Try your own sentence

Test the whole sentence, not just the phrase. If the sentence reads more clearly with an actor and a simple verb, replace "as per" with that construction.

Wrong vs right examples you can copy

These pairs show the most common fixes. Copy the right-hand versions into your email, chat, or memo.

Wrong: "As per your request, please find the files attached."
Right: "I'm attaching the files you requested."
Wrong: "As per the contract, we shall deliver within 30 days."
Right: "Per the contract, we will deliver within 30 days."
Wrong: "As per our conversation, I will update the timeline."
Right: "Following our conversation, I'll update the timeline."
Wrong: "As per your email, confirm the meeting time."
Right: "As you mentioned in your email, please confirm the meeting time."
Wrong: "As per instructions, hand in the form by Friday."
Right: "Hand in the form by Friday as instructed."
Wrong: "As per the syllabus, the exam covers chapters 1-5."
Right: "According to the syllabus, the exam covers chapters 1-5."

How to fix your own sentence

Fixing "as per" often means choosing a clearer verb and placing the actor up front. Follow these quick steps:

Step 1: Identify the actor and the main action.
Step 2: Replace "as per..." with a phrase that names the actor or cites the source ("as you requested", "per [doc]", "according to").
Step 3: Reread for tone and flow; shorten if possible.

Rewrite examples:

Original: "As per your request, I revised the draft."
Rewrite: "I revised the draft per your request."
Original: "As per our plan, we will postpone the launch."
Rewrite: "Per our plan, we will postpone the launch."
Original: "As per the professor's note, include citations."
Rewrite: "According to the professor's note, include citations."

A simple memory trick

Link form to meaning: when the phrase points to a document or rule, use "per" or "according to." When it points to someone's request or action, use "as you requested" or name the actor: "I'm sending," "I attached," "I'll do X."

Picture the actor doing the action - that usually produces the clearer sentence.
Search your drafts for "as per" and replace in bulk with the appropriate alternative.

Similar mistakes to watch for

Fixing one spacing or form error often reveals others. Scan for these patterns:

Split or fused words (e.g., "alot" vs "a lot")
Unnecessary hyphens ("e-mail" vs "email" depending on style)
Passive constructions that hide the actor
Overly formal phrases that reduce clarity

FAQ

Is "as per your request" grammatically correct?

Yes. The concern is tone: it's formal and can sound stiff. For most emails, "as you requested" or "I'm sending the report you requested" reads more naturally.

Is "per your request" better?

"Per your request" is shorter and accepted in business writing. It's a good middle ground when you want concision without the very formal "as per."

When is "as per" the best choice?

Use it in legal or compliance text where a fixed, formulaic tone is expected, or when consistent phrasing is required across documents ("As per clause 4.2...").

How should I reply to an email that starts "As per your email..."?

Lead with the action: "Thanks for your email - I'm attaching the updated file." or "Thanks - here are the answers to your questions." That reads clearer and friendlier.

Will grammar tools flag "as per"?

Many style checkers will suggest alternatives or flag it as formal. Use their suggestions, but always choose phrasing that matches your audience and tone.

Want a fast rewrite?

Pick an example above that matches your audience, paste your sentence into a checker, and test the phrasing. Small swaps - starting with the actor or using "as you requested" - fix most issues and save readers time.