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When to Use Parentheses vs Brackets
When to Use Parentheses vs Brackets
Published Jul 17, 2023
Last Updated Nov 21, 2024Why are there different kinds of brackets, and how do you know which one to use? Each type of bracket serves a purpose. In this blog, we’ll explore the difference between parentheses and brackets, explain when to use them, and provide some examples. What Are Parentheses? Parentheses (also known as round or curved brackets) are […]
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Proofreading Tips: Parentheses and Square Brackets in Chicago Style
Proofreading Tips: Parentheses and Square Brackets in Chicago Style
Published Nov 07, 2021
Last Updated May 16, 2023Parentheses and square brackets are punctuation marks used to set off certain bits of information from the main text in a document. They’re not too tricky, but different style guides can have slightly different rules for their usage. And, as a proofreader, you’ll need to check your client’s writing against these rules. This post, then, […]
Proofreading Tips: Punctuation in MHRA Style
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When to Use Parentheses vs Brackets
Published Jul 17, 2023
Last Updated Nov 21, 2024Why are there different kinds of brackets, and how do you know which one to use? Each type of bracket serves a purpose. In this blog, we’ll explore the difference between parentheses and brackets, explain when to use them, and provide some examples. What Are Parentheses? Parentheses (also known as round or curved brackets) are […]
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Proofreading Tips: Parentheses and Square Brackets in Chicago Style
Published Nov 07, 2021
Last Updated May 16, 2023Parentheses and square brackets are punctuation marks used to set off certain bits of information from the main text in a document. They’re not too tricky, but different style guides can have slightly different rules for their usage. And, as a proofreader, you’ll need to check your client’s writing against these rules. This post, then, […]
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Proofreading Tips: Punctuation in MHRA Style
Published Jul 01, 2021
Last Updated Jun 26, 2024The MHRA Style Guide is often used in the humanities, especially in the UK. But what does a proofreader need to know when working on a document that follows this style? In this post, we will look at the rules for punctuation in MHRA style, including: General guidelines about the overall punctuation conventions in MHRA […]
