Editing & Proofreading

Edit and proofread own and others' writing

Editing and Proofreading

Editing means improving your writing by checking its structure, content, and flow. Proofreading means checking for errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Good writers always edit and proofread before submitting their work.

Example

Spot the Errors

Original: 'me and my frend went to the shop we buyed bread and milk' Edited: 'My friend and I went to the shop. We bought bread and milk.' Errors fixed: 'me and my' → 'My friend and I', 'frend' → 'friend', missing full stop, 'buyed' → 'bought'.

Note

Editing Checklist

Check for: • Spelling mistakes • Capital letters at the start of sentences and for names • Full stops, commas, and question marks in the right places • Correct tense (don't mix past and present) • Sentences that make sense Read your work aloud — you'll hear mistakes!

Key Vocabulary

EditTo improve writing by changing words, sentences, or structure

ProofreadTo check writing for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors

DraftA first version of a piece of writing

ErrorA mistake in writing

SASL Avatar

Loading avatar...

1 / 4

Edit

Speed: