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1- Proofreading is the final stage of the writing process. It only can be done once the writer finishes all other revisions, rewrites, and edits. Imagine it as the final quality check before the writing is published. Because first impressions count, checking for consistency and layout is important. 2– The proofreaders must be computer literate. 3– The proofreader must be able to understand writing in various fields, even if they know little about the subject matter and capable of critical thinking. 4– The professional must be able to identify facts that need to be checked and pay attention to the details.
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Choose wisely! 5– The proofreader must read widely and have interests in a number of subjects. 6– Also it is very important that the chosen professional must be very familiar with the language used in the content. 7– The proofreader must have correct and consistent formati ng in layout, that includes margins, page numbering, italics, quotes, alignment, headers and footers, paragraphing, spacing, tabs, and fonts. 8– Also correct usage of language, which includes spelling (British or American English), punctuation, grammar, hyphenation, capitalization, abbreviations, and acronyms. 9- The work must be readable and all the people involved can recheck that. 10 – Spelling and grammar is a big thing, do not let anything wrong go. www.universal-translation-services.com info@universal-translation-services.com Tel: US +1 (305) 447-7110 Tel. ESP 34-951-406-815
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