subject: Free Tips and Techniques to Make Your Proofreading More Effective [print this page] 5. Check Your Numbers5. Check Your Numbers
Stating that the value of any given thing is important, especially if it comes to contractual agreements etc. so make sure your numbers are correct, as an extra zero here and there could lead to a lot of confusion.
6. Backwards Reading
When writing we tend to become less aware of our mistakes as the brain automatically corrects the errors that have been made while reading over text. In order to break this habit read your text backwards, it's surprising how much you can pick up.
7. Ask a colleague
After your own initial proof reading, if possible ask a colleague or friend to read the text over for you. You cannot beat a fresh set of eyes. So you have checked and double checked and your satisfied your work is good, then you are good to publish your efforts.
Free Tips and Techniques to Make Your Proofreading More Effective
