When using "with a view to" at the beginning of a sentence, place a comma after the introductory phrase.
When using "with a view to" at the beginning of a sentence, place a comma after the introductory phrase.
With a view to making it more efficient, they have changed the organizational structure of the company.
With a view to making it more efficient they have changed the organizational structure of the company.
In the middle of a sentence, the comma is usually unnecessary.
They implemented a new strategy with a view to expanding into a new market.
There are particular situations, nevertheless, where commas are required. For example, use them to signal an interruption, create a parenthetical feel, or clarify the meaning of a sentence:
James created an action plan, with a view to achieving his life goals, and set effective deadlines.
Note the comma after "goals". Many writers forget to add this important comma, also called appositive comma. At the end of a sentence, the period replaces the closing comma.
Additionally, use commas to separate a series of gerunds or prepositional phrases after "with a view to".
The governor launched a range of initiatives with a view to promoting social responsibility, helping the elderly, and improving the quality of education.
Follow the same comma strategy with these compound prepositions:
- With the intention
- With the aim of
- For the purpose of/With the purpose of
