Proofreading and Editing
Proofreading or editing is a grammatical, orthographical and/or stylistic revision of your text. Depending on its intended use, different emphases can be set.
Why do I need proofreading or editing?
You have written a text that is to be published or used in a public context? Then it can make sense to have your text reviewed professionally in order to give it the finishing touches!
Everyone knows it: You read through your text numerous times, only to discover the first mistake on the very first page as soon as it’s been handed in or published. If you work on a text over a long period of time or intensively, at some point you literally can’t see the forest for the trees anymore. Or maybe you simple have some insecurities about spelling and punctuation in your text. That’s exactly what professional language service providers are for! If you were an architect, you also wouldn’t just start building without having a structural engineer look over your design, right?
Proofreading vs Editing
What’s the difference?
Proofreading
Proofreading means checking a text for errors. A number of potential sources of error are taken into account:
Spelling, grammar, punctuation, consistent spelling, correct hyphenation, typography
No stylistic changes are made during proofreading.
Editing
Editing means that in addition to correcting errors, a text is also revised with regard to linguistic and stylistic aspects. For example, attention is paid to:
Sentences that are difficult to understand, convoluted sentences, inappropriate register, word repetitions
Of course, the intended use of the text is always taken into account.
This is included
Transparency is important to me – that’s why I want you to know exactly what working with me as your proofreader or editor entails!
Proofread / edited text
My service naturally includes the delivery of your revised text in the file format agreed with you.
Delivery on time
The delivery date is agreed with you and recorded when the order is placed. You can rely on punctural delivery.
Change requests
I give you a satisfaction guarantee. Therefore, I implement change requests without additional costs.
Availability
While I revise your text and after completion I am available for you by phone and email, should there be any important changes.
Last-Minute Service
Usually you will receive your revised text within 2 – 7 business days depending on text length. If you need it more urgently, just contact me – I also take on last-minute orders!
Confidentiality
Your documents are save with me and will not be shared. If you wish, they will be destroyed after completion of the revision.