What is proofreading?
The main task of proofreading is to correct surface errors after editing and typesetting (layout). This involves:
- Polishing a well-edited work
- Ensuring consistency in style, terminology, spelling and formatting, as directed by the style guide or style sheet
- Correcting stray errors in grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Eliminating typographical errors
- Spotting problems in layout, placement and pre-print items.
Is it the same as line/style editing or copyediting?
No.
It’s important to note that proofreading should occur AFTER all stages of editing.
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See what the Institute of Professional Editors (IPEd) says about different types of editing.
