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According to [source] / In my view / in my opinion / According to me

Usage

According to normally attributes information to another source. Use in my view, in my opinion or I think for your own judgement.

According to [source]

Use when

You attribute information, a claim or an opinion to another person, document or source.

Example

“According to the audit report, the control was not performed.”

In my view / in my opinion

Use when

You state your own judgement or opinion.

Example

“In my view, the option is not sustainable.”

According to me

Use when

Avoid this when simply introducing your own opinion in formal standard English.

Example

“Replace 'according to me' with 'in my view'.”

Quick check

according to me, according to myself

Source checked 2026-08-13 (opens in a new tab)