Signs Atlanta | 8 PROOFREADING Tips - Should I proofread my PROOF?
Posted by Signs & More on Fri, Feb 25, 2011 @ 10:15 AM
You’ve given the project to one of our designers. They complete the assignment and then send you the proof to approve. Is it really necessary to look this over? YES!!!! It is!
At Signs & More, we pride ourselves in providing outstanding quality products. With this as our objective, we realize, though, that we are human and mistakes can be made from time to time.
Sometimes these mistakes are our mistake with typo errors, incorrect color, etc.
Sometimes these mistakes are made because incorrect info was given to us.
Either way – it’s important for more than one set of eyes to check proofs out by proofreading the work carefully after we send it to you for approval.
Here are some proofreading tips:
- Read before proofing.
Read the entire document / project through once to get an overall feel for content and layout before you proofread for errors.
- Proofread text.
Proofread the document checking for punctuation and spelling irregularities (including consistent use of alternate spellings based on any style guide used by the organization).
- Double-check names.
Check spelling of all names and company names.
- Double-check numbers.
Check all numbers carefully.
- Look for inconsistencies.
Check for consistent use of small caps for abbreviations and acronyms as well as consistent use of italics (for book titles, foreign phrases, etc.).
- Proof graphics and captions.
Check artwork and ensure that it is placed correctly. Proofread captions and look at artwork to ensure the correct captions are with each photo.
- Work from beginning to end.
When making corrections to text that includes changing line endings (tracking, font size changes, etc.) start at the beginning of the document and work towards the end.
- Have a proofreading partner.
If possible, have another person proofread or assist you when you proofread your own work.
