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Proofreading marks (also called proofreaders’ marks) are symbols and notations for correcting typeset pages. The proofreader places these marks in the margins and in corresponding lines of text.
Ten Rules of Proofreading 1. Never proofread your own copy. 2. Read everything in the copy straight through from the beginning to end. 3. Read copy backward to catch spelling errors. 4. Read pages out of order. 5. Have proofreaders initial the copy they check. 6. Have someone read numbers while you check hardcopy. 7.
This document provides a list of [1] common proofreading symbols and their meanings as well as [2] ten rules for effective proofreading. The proofreading symbols section outlines various typographical edits like abbreviating, aligning, capitalizing, centering, etc. and symbols to represent each one.
Proofreaders’ Marks. The following list is taken from figure 2.6 of the 17th edition of the Manual.
Proof correction marks. (based on BS 5261 part 2) This card was prepared by Conrad Taylor of Popular Communication Courses — see http://www.popcomm.co.uk. Instruction. Set in or change to italics. Set in or change to bold italics. Set in or change to capitals. Set in or change to small capitals. Capitals for initials; rest in small capitals.
Proofreading Marks Handout. print or view on-line. This paper gives commonly used proofreading marks and provides and example of their use. It is provided to help you learn the marks and how to use them. You can use it when proofreading assignments but will not be able to use it during the proofreading test. Proofreading_Marks_Handout.doc.
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