Proofreading Tips

Whether you’re just getting started or are an experienced proofreader, there’s always something new to learn. That’s where our blogs come in! We've got expert advice on spelling, grammar, punctuation, referencing, proofreading different types of writing (from creative to business and academic), and much more!

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    A Guide to Proofreading LaTeX Documents

    A Guide to Proofreading LaTeX Documents

    Jun 21, 2020

    • Academic Writing
    • Formatting
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Style

    If you do a lot of academic proofreading, you will almost certainly encounter LaTeX at some point. And no, this doesn’t have anything to do with rubber gloves or clothing! To find out about the LaTeX system and what you need to know as proofreader, check out our guide below. What Is LaTeX? LaTeX (pronounced […]

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    Editing Tips: How to Format Block Quotes

    Editing Tips: How to Format Block Quotes

    Jun 18, 2020

    • Academic Writing
    • Formatting
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Referencing and Citations
    • Style

    When proofreading academic writing, you may come across longer passages of quoted text. And while you would not usually edit quotations, most referencing systems require longer passages to be formatted as block quotes. In this post, we look at how that works. What Are Block Quotes? A block quote or block quotation is a quotation […]

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    Editing Tips: Punctuation in AP Style

    Jun 07, 2020

    • Proofreading Tips
    • Punctuation
    • Style

    AP style – as set out in The Associated Press Stylebook – provides advice on many elements of writing, including punctuation. But what do you need to know about punctuation in AP style to work as a freelance proofreader? Becoming A Proofreader If you’d like a try a sample module of our Becoming A Proofreader […]

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    Editing Tips: A Quick Guide to Formal Writing

    May 31, 2020

    • Academic Writing
    • Business Writing
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Style

    One key stylistic distinction for proofreading is between informal and formal writing. But what is formal writing? What makes it formal? And when should a document use a formal style? In this post, we look at what you need to know to work on formal documents. What Are the Key Stylistic Features of Formal Writing? […]

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    A Quick Guide to DOIs and URLs

    May 17, 2020

    • Academic Writing
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Referencing and Citations

    Many referencing systems require a DOI or URL for online sources. But what exactly is the difference between DOIs and URLs? And how should you approach them as a proofreader? What Are DOIs and URLs? DOIs (digital object identifiers) and URLs (uniform resource locators) are both ways of linking to content online. So, what exactly […]

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    Writing the Time: AM and PM or a.m. and p.m.?

    May 14, 2020

    • Proofreading Tips

    AM and PM are terms used when writing times. However, there are a few different ways to write them, which can be tricky when proofreading. Should you just aim for consistency? Or is there a correct way to do it in certain contexts? In this post, we explore: What the terms AM and PM mean. […]

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    An Introduction to the AP Stylebook

    Apr 23, 2020

    • Business Writing
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Style

    The AP Stylebook is the go-to style guide for anyone working in journalism. But why is this guide so popular? And what do you need to know about it as a proofreader? Let’s take a look. What Is The Associated Press Stylebook? The Associated Press Stylebook is created by the Associated Press (AP), a major […]

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    Proofreading and Diacritics in English

    Apr 19, 2020

    • Editing Tips
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Vocabulary Tips

    Diacritics – sometimes known as accents – are used in writing to tell us how to pronounce a word. But do we really use diacritics in English? Do you need to worry about diacritic marks when proofreading? And, if so, how do you add them in Microsoft Word? Let us explain! How Do Diacritics Work […]

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    What to Do with the Singular They

    What to Do with the Singular They

    Apr 05, 2020

    • Common Errors
    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    Becoming A Proofreader Are you interested in becoming a freelance proofreader, but not sure where to begin? Our comprehensive Becoming A Proofreader course is a great place to start! Sign up for a free trial and try it out today.

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    Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief

    Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief

    Mar 19, 2020

    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Proofreading Tips

    As a freelance proofreader and editor, your work may range from making major changes to a document to fixing typos and other minor errors. And this variability is why you need to agree on a clear brief with each client. But what is a brief? And what might it cover? Understanding the Client’s Brief In […]

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