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I made a couple of changes vs I did a couple of changes

The correct sentence is "I made a couple of changes." "Made" is the appropriate past tense form to use in this context.
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Explained by Michele A.
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Last updated: September 17, 2024 • 16907 views

I made a couple of changes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker has made a few alterations or modifications.

Examples:

  • I made a couple of changes to the design.
  • She made a couple of changes to the schedule.
  • He made a couple of changes to the presentation.
  • They made a couple of changes to the menu.
  • The team made a couple of changes to the project plan.
  • When my dad and I got back to the track, I made a couple of changes to the stop, jumped in the car, and went to make a pass. We had a wicked head wind that ...
  • So I made a couple of changes to the code, hoping that you'd like to include this as native options that can be changed via the Sitemap page settings on the next  ...
  • <:SPAN STYLE="position:absolute;top:10;left:10" CLASS="time" BEGIN="6"> Done!</SPAN>. I made a couple of changes. First off, I set the original text to stand ...
  • After reading other reviews, I made a couple of changes. I used 2 cups of grated zucchini, and I cut the white sugar back to 1/2 cup. I also used 1 cup applesauce  ...

Alternatives:

  • I implemented a couple of changes.
  • I applied a couple of changes.
  • I introduced a couple of changes.
  • I incorporated a couple of changes.
  • I enacted a couple of changes.

I did a couple of changes

This phrase is incorrect in English. The verb "did" is not used in this context to refer to making changes.

  • Aug 16, 2015 ... I did a couple of changes in the lyrics just for fun :P , enjoy ! . Stream the track right here ! soundcloud.com/gatopaint/speed-of-sound-wip ...
  • Easy and flavorful I did a couple of changes and used chicken breasts instead of ground, salsa and added chopped jalepenos. Tiffany T. 2012-04-05T00:30:57Z ...
  • this was FABULOUS! came together wonderfully and tasted lemony without being too much lemon. i did a couple of changes just due to what i had on hand-  ...
  • I was working on a new website when I did a couple of changes. Nothing serious, just uploading a plugin and changing the content of a couple of pages.

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