The invention concerns a computer-implemented method for spell checking, comprising the steps of: providing a user with a user interface adapted for managing files stored on at least one computer; receiving via the user interface a user action involving at least one first word; returning via the user interface at least one second word selected according to: a distance from said at least one second word to said at least one first word; and data of occurrence of said at least one second word in said files. The invention is also directed to a computer program product and computer system allowing for taking steps according to the invention.