editing
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How to Offer Formatting Services as a Proofreader or Editor
How to Offer Formatting Services as a Proofreader or Editor
Last Updated Jul 05, 2023
Offering formatting services can be an opportunity for you, a proofreader or editor, to expand your client base and increase your business earnings. However, before offering these services, you’ll want to ensure that you’re proficient in basic or advanced formatting tasks so you can accurately scope and promote your services and deliver a quality product. […]
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What’s the Difference Between Proofreading and Formatting?
What’s the Difference Between Proofreading and Formatting?
Last Updated Jul 03, 2023
As a proofreader, you may encounter clients that request both proofreading and formatting services. These could be businesses that want their reports formatted in line with company standards, or graduate students who need their theses or dissertations formatted according to a particular academic style guide. But as a proofreader, should you provide formatting services? The […]
A Complete Guide to Subject and Object Pronouns
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How to Fix a Run-On Sentence
Last Updated Jun 19, 2023
As an editor or proofreader, knowing how to fix a run-on sentence is essential. Have you ever encountered sentences that seem to go on and on forever? Or read whole paragraphs consisting of only one or two sentences? While varying sentence length can be important, a common mistake many people make is writing run-on sentences. […]
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How to Proofread and Edit AI-Generated Writing
Last Updated Jun 14, 2023
Rapidly advancing AI writing tools such as ChatGPT have already started to impact the world of content creation. And if you’re considering a career as a freelance proofreader or editor, you’re probably wondering how this could affect your future business. The truth is that while AI can produce content quickly and efficiently, it’s not perfect […]
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5 Reasons Why AI Won’t Replace Proofreaders and Editors
Last Updated Jun 05, 2023
If you’re considering a career as a freelance proofreader or editor, you may be wondering how the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools will impact your business. And while the landscape of this technology is always evolving, AI is not likely to replace proofreaders and editors anytime soon. In this blog post, we […]
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How to Become a Freelance Medical Editor
Last Updated May 26, 2023
Medical editing can be a great option for freelancers looking to find a niche to specialize in. And while you don’t need a background in science or medicine to become a medical editor, you’ll need to develop several skills and abilities. In this post, we’ll provide: What Is Medical Editing? Medical editors work with texts […]
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12 Fascinating Rhetorical Devices (And How to Use Them)
Last Updated May 15, 2023
Rhetorical devices are everywhere, so as an editor, you’ll need to know what to do when you encounter them. But do you know your alliteration from your anaphora? How about the difference between epanalepsis and epistrophe? If it’s all Greek to you, don’t panic – just read our guide to 12 rhetorical devices and how […]
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How to Become a Freelance Legal Editor
Last Updated May 12, 2023
Legal editing can be a rewarding career that is particularly popular among freelancers. But breaking into this specialized industry can seem like a daunting task, especially if you haven’t been an editor for long. In this post, we explain: What Is Legal Writing? Legal writing is any type of writing that is produced within the […]
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What Is the Difference Between Affect and Effect?
What Is the Difference Between Affect and Effect?
Last Updated Apr 17, 2023
Affect and effect are examples of homophones – two words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. People frequently confuse the two words because we often use affect and effect in similar contexts. This blog post will explore the difference between affect and effect and help you know which one to use – […]
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How to Track Changes in Google Docs
How to Track Changes in Google Docs
Last Updated Apr 10, 2023
Previously, we covered how to use the track changes and compare tools in Microsoft Word. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how to track changes in Google Docs. As a freelancer, you may come across clients who use Google Docs to collaborate on content. Understanding how to use Google Docs’ editing tools […]
