Copyediting
What is copyediting?
Copyediting is a basic level of editing. We will clean up the draft to remove minor language errors, typos, and inconsistencies to help you package the document for submission to the agency.
Is copyediting right for you?
Copyediting is right for you if:
You’re submitting a stellar manuscript or grant proposal that needs a final check before submission
You want a professional pair of eyes to catch any spelling, grammar, or punctuation mistakes
You need the document formatted to meet the agency guidelines
What questions does copyediting address?
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Are all the required sections included?
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Are any sentences too long?
Does the writing use inclusive language?
Are all abbreviations defined when first used?
Are the words spelled correctly?
Is the grammar correct?
Are the punctuation and capitalization correct?
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Does the writing follow to the agency’s style?
Does the layout conform to the agency’s requirements?
Are the tables formatted consistently?
Are the references complete and in the correct format?
What People Are Saying
“Thank you so much for your edits and comments. It is amazing how smoothly and clearly everything now reads. And I appreciated learning so much for the comments and linked resources on your blog. They will be so helpful to the other articles we are working on!”
– Eric T., MD, PhD, Vanderbilt University Medical Center