Proofreading and Editing Tips

1: Understand the overall purpose of the content.

2: Edit before you proofread.

3: Pause, then edit.

4: Read slowly, and read every word.

5: Read the paper backwards.

6: Proofread out loud.

7: Read through your paper several times.

8: Look over the documents at different times of day.

9: Avoid distractions when proofreading.

10: Proofread your sentences slowly.

11: Keep sentences shorter.

12: Check that verb tenses are consistent.

13: Write mostly in the active voice.

14: Take time to look only at your punctuation.

15: Check for missing quote marks.

16: Install the Grammarly website for spelling mistakes.

17: For highlighting, used Hemingway software.

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