Difference Between Proofreading and Editing PLUS

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Choose the Right Editing and Proofreading Service for You

Many students wonder which service is right for their bachelor’s thesis, master’s thesis, or dissertation: Editing or Proofreading?

The answer totally depends on each individual’s writing skills. To answer the question of whether proofreading or editing PLUS is the right service for you, we’ll compare editing PLUS and proofreading and provide you with clear information on the differences and similarities between the two services. Every student will find the right option to suit their needs!

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FAQs

Are proofreading and editing the same thing?

No! Proofreading involves a grammar, spelling and punctuation check. Editing on the other hand includes a phase in which  your expressions, phrasing and writing as a whole are optimised to ensure that it’s consistent and coherent. Start your proofreading and editing today!

What comes first proofreading or editing?

Generally, editing comes first as there’s the possibility that your text structure and phrasing could be  altered. Then, you proofread your text, checking for grammar, punctuation and spelling. However, many online proofreading and editing services will include proofreading when you purchase an editing package.

Why do I need a proofreader or editor?

Because two pairs of eyes are better than one!  Or in the case of editing PLUS, three pairs of eyes. Professional editors and proofreaders will correct errors that may not have been visible to you before. Or, perhaps you are running out of time. In which case, start your editing or proofreading now!

How long will proofreading or editing take?

This will depend on whether you’re ordering a correction quick check, proofreading, or a full editing service. Not sure which service is right for you? Check out a price overview of the editing and proofreading services and read about what each one entails.

Whether or not you’ve included any add-ons like a cover page check will also effect the processing time of your academic paper.

Can I get editing or proofreading in languages other than English?

Yes! Our editing and proofreading services are multilingual. A native speaker will professionally edit or proofread your academic work. Here, you can find a price overview of each service, with  what is included.

Proofreading and Editing Differences

Proofreading a Bachelor’s Thesis

Example of proofreading

Proofreading example

Editing a Bachelor’s Thesis

Example of editing PLUS

Editing example

Definition of proofreading:

Proofreading is defined in the Oxford dictionary as:

“Read (printer’s proofs or other written or printed material) and mark any errors.”

Source: https://en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/proofread

Definition of editing:

Editing is defined in the Oxford dictionary as:

“1. Prepare (written material) for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it.

1.1 Choose material for (a film or radio or television program) and arrange it to form a coherent whole.

1.2 Change (text) on a computer.”

Source: https://en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/edit

Explanation by BachelorPrint:

What proofreading entails:

  • Correction of spelling mistakes
  • Correction of punctuation (commas, full stops, hyphenation, dashes etc.)
  • Correction of grammar (declension, conjugation, tense consistency etc.).

In proofreading, the focus is on spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Explanation by BachelorPrint:

For many people, this definition raises more questions than it answers. We’ll give you an understandable explanation of what is entailed in editing academic papers.

In academic editing:

  • The writing style of the bachelor’s thesis, master’s thesis, or other work will be optimised.
  • The use of expressions will be improved by replacing terms with more appropriate formulations.
  • Your work is transformed into an easily readable text and not simply a sequence of facts.
  • In addition to language optimisation, a classic proofreading will be carried out in which spelling, punctuation, and grammar will be corrected.
  • Your intellectual property will not be changed, but will remain self-written and authentic
  • The ‘thread’ throughout your work will be improved

Proofreading or Editing PLUS ?

As different as one student is from the other, so are language skills. Some have trouble finding the right words, but are great at spelling and punctuation. Others have trouble with the formal aspects, but can express themselves perfectly.

In particular with major theses, such as a bachelor’s or master’s thesis, you feel a certain amount of pressure to not make mistakes. Yet, the opposite is often the case and instead of excellently written formulations, the work is simply a list of facts and the simplest comma rules are forgotten. Here Editing PLUS, or at least proofreading, would make the all-important difference.

Proofreading or Editing? Overview of our Correction Services

Correction services Explanation
Classic proofreading If you have problems with punctuation, classic proofreading is just right for you. Grammar, spelling, and punctuation in your Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis will be checked.
Correction quick check With the correction quick check, you have the possibility to select 3 pages from your work and they will be checked for spelling and punctuation so that you can better judge your own work.
Editing PLUS If you have difficulty finding the right words, professional editing PLUS can help. As well as spelling, grammar, and punctuation, with editing PLUS, stylistic revisions are made to improve the style and expression of your work.
Cover page check In the cover page check, we check all the elements of your cover page to make sure that everything is correct!
Final format check To get the perfect result, there is also a final formal check, so you can make sure that all the formalities of your work are completed correctly.

Our recommendation: Get help for the final push in your studies!

 

Do you already know that expressing your ideas and using eloquent phrasing are not your strong point? Then our professional Editing PLUS is just the thing for you. Our editors will help you express what you want to say.

This service transforms a bland text into something that is interesting to read. 

For all others, we recommend professional proofreading. Why professional? Read more here….

Proofreading – Editing? BachelorPrint!

Anyone who has committed to university studies wants to round off their studies with the best possible thesis. Thanks to our years of experience in proofreading and editing, we can guarantee you one thing: our professional editors know how to make your bachelor’s thesis, master’s thesis, or any other thesis shine!

Put more precisely: regardless of which offer you’re interested in, we’ll always look at your work and recommend which correction service is right for you.

For example, if you have chosen proofreading but the language in your work also needs to be optimised, then we will contact you and recommend that you also go for Editing PLUS.

Of course, it works the same the other way around: you’ve opted for Editing PLUS because you’re not sure whether your work will be good enough for the examiners in terms of expression and wording. However, if we think that classic proofreading would be sufficient, of course we’ll inform you.

Tip: Our quality standard for proofreading and editing

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