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'''Proofreading''' is essential for all writing. It creates a seamless document by correcting all errors. Proofreading is reviewing and rereading a document for errors. When proofreading look for typos, misspelled words, punctuation or grammar mistakes, and any other problems with the document. Having a flawless, error free, document gives creditably and is easier for the audience to read and understand. | '''Proofreading''' is essential for all writing. It creates a seamless document by correcting all errors. Proofreading is reviewing and rereading a document looking for errors. When proofreading look for typos, misspelled words, punctuation or grammar mistakes, and any other problems with the document. Having a flawless, error free, document gives creditably and is easier for the audience to read and understand. | ||
== Why Proofreading is Important == | == Why Proofreading is Important == | ||
Content is important but the way a document looks affects the way others judge it. Careless errors are distracting to readers. It is important to pay attention to details because it helps make a good impression overall. It is better to work with a definite plan that helps search for specific kinds of errors than quickly glancing over the document. When quickly glancing over a document it is easy to overlook many errors. | Content is important but the way a document looks affects the way others judge it. Careless errors are distracting to readers. It is important to pay attention to details because it helps make a good impression overall. It is better to work with a definite plan that helps search for specific kinds of errors rather than quickly glancing over the document. When quickly glancing over a document it is easy to overlook many errors. | ||
== Checklist == | == Checklist == | ||
When proofreading first put the document aside for a few hours, days, or weeks. This allows for a fresh look at the document to see what is really on the page. Find a quite place to work. Read slow, and read every word. By following a checklist, it is easier to find errors. | When proofreading, first put the document aside for a few hours, days, or weeks. This allows for a fresh look at the document to see what is really on the page. Find a quite place to work. Read slow, and read every word. By following a checklist, it is easier to find errors. Proofread for only one kind of error at a time. | ||
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