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What is Proofreading and What Can You Expect from Me?
Proofreading is the last stage a text undergoes before being published.
In this last stage the text is checked for:
- Grammar
- Syntax
- Spelling
- Punctuation
- Capitalization
- Links and references
- Numbers
- Adherence to a style guide
- Consistency
As you can see, proofreading does not entail rephrasing or changing words: this is done in the editing stage.
Proofreading requires a thorough understanding of the language, style guides, and the ability to apply that knowledge.
This entails double-checking every word and remaining focused from start to finish. This ability to maintain focus comes with practice and cannot be acquired quickly.
It is also, I think, a matter of character since you have to be patient and detail-oriented.
When proofreading translations, checking terms in dictionaries and glossaries is often necessary.
I am very patient, calm, and detailed-oriented, due in part to my character but also as a result of my studies and professional work. I can guarantee your documents will be flawless.