Proofreading And Editing Tips From The Experts
Take a break
It’s easy to second-guess the sentence without reading what’s actually on the screen. That’s why it’s so common to miss a sneaky ‘their’ instead of ‘there’, ‘the’ instead of ‘then’, and so on. Take a break and come back to edit your work later when you have fresh eyes!
Listen back
Not everyone is a strong reader, which can make spotting those pesky typos especially difficult. To ensure you don’t miss a letter, enable text to speech on your computer, so that you can play back the copy as you read along.
Cut the drivel
Never say in ten words what you can say in one. There’s nothing wrong with an 800 or even 1000-word blog post – provided it’s rich with fresh information and perspectives. Does your content feel a bit repetitive? Cut down the copy to make it concise and to the point.
Edit and edit again
Once you’ve edited the copy with a fine-tooth comb, have a final read through to ensure it still makes sense. Sometimes, correcting one sentence can take another out of context, or leave you with clunky repetition of wording. So even if you only proofread the section in question once more, ensure you’re 100% satisfied that it reads well before you move on.
Still not feeling confident with cutting, refining and triple-checking your work? Many business owners and marketers feel comfortable writing, but use copywriters for their proofreading and editing to ensure the final version is spot on. An alternative perspective and a second pair of eyes will give you peace of mind that your content is engaging and easy to understand and Kelly and her team can help.
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