Oops! My bad Sensei! I meant short to mid anyway :crazy: please believe me :T_T:
The chakra used for the wind element has to be channeled through the body at all times when used it, instead of just one part. This is because it adds to strength and to some extent, speed. Also, when being released from the body to deal damage, it needs to be compressed, tight and sharp as to cut directly through its target and to not swing off course.
Advantages of wind are that when used right, it can cut through anything. It can also be mixed with water and/earth to create a devastating combination of attacks. Wind is the basis behind all powerful and scourging, pinpoint, sharp attacks that are able to slice and pierce.
However, it's disadvantages are that it can easily be countered by itself and some techniques can be easy to dodge. It is also very uneffective against fire, which can spread the flames and could potentially deal more damage back to yourself.