Our forensic proofreading and copyediting services are relied upon by businesses in all sectors who need to refine important reports, proposals and other documents before sending, publishing and printing.

We can also formalise, develop and refine house style guidelines, promoting a consistent ‘one brand voice’ across your comms.

Documents supplied in MS Word will be returned with full tracked changes. We can also proof PDFs, PPTs etc., but please be aware of the limited functionality when proofing in these programmes.

What’s the difference between copyediting and proofreading? 

I’ve listed it out below, and a combination of the two (proof-editing) is also available.

Copyediting:
● Understanding: use of plain English to ensure a clear message with no ambiguity, rewriting where needed.
● Clarity: syntax, spelling, grammar, appropriate word usage, vocabulary choice that avoids jargon and clichés, punctuation.
● Queries: anything that seems to be an error, including misspelled names, misused words, numbers that don’t add up, contradictory statements, incomplete references.
● Consistency of layout: treatment of headings, notes, illustrations and references, and ensuring captions fit the images.

Proofreading:

● Language: spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, use of tense, autocorrect errors. No rewriting will take place.
● Consistency: within headings and sub heads, date formats, hyphens, capital letters.
● Layout: functioning URL and hyperlinks, line spacing, image captions, numbering.
● Typography: spacing inconsistencies, font size, font colour, use of bold and italics.

Book your copyediting or proofreading job in today – get in touch.