proof-read
Scan for errors
To proof-read is to examine written material for errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting before publication or submission.
The task focuses on surface accuracy rather than content or style: I need someone to proof-read my thesis before I submit it.
Also spelled proofread as one word, which is more common.
Modify written material
copyedit · manuscript · typos · errors · spelling · grammar · punctuation · markup
One who corrects texts
- copyeditorPublication text corrector
- editorOne who revises text
- freelanceSelf-employed project work
- style guidePublication formatting rules
AP style · house style · red pen · stet · caret · insertion · query · fact-check
Arranges text for printing
- printerMachine producing paper copies
- galleysOar-powered ancient warships
- page proofsTypeset text for correction
- publicationIssued written material
publisher · deadline · layout · formatting · blueline · print run · prepress · compositor
edit
Modify written material
review · copyedit · manuscript · typos · errors · spelling · grammar · punctuation · markup · redline
proofreader
One who corrects texts
- copyeditorPublication text corrector
- editorOne who revises text
- freelanceSelf-employed project work
style guide · AP style · house style · red pen · stet · caret · insertion · query · fact-check · consistency
typesetter
Arranges text for printing
- printerMachine producing paper copies
- galleysOar-powered ancient warships
- page proofsTypeset text for correction
publication · publisher · deadline · layout · formatting · blueline · print run · prepress · compositor · advance copy