What types of errors do the editors look for?
Proofreading We check that the grammar and punctuation in the paper are correct. This is essential to ensure that the meaning in the paper is clear. It is also one of the most difficult tasks for the original authors to perform because, having read the paper multiple times, they are usually unable to see the errors. Editing We edit sentences and paragraphs, where necessary, to improve the clarity of the writing, to ensure brevity and to avoid jargon. These are often problems for multi-author papers, first time writers, or after research has been translated into English.
