We recently finished a big handbook proofreading project, and it’s pointing up that the scope of proofreading goes way beyond simple grammar and spelling errors. We also check for consistency on a lot of other things besides these two. In this project, with almost two dozen chapters written by different authors, the issue of keeping […]
Working with PDFs: Custom Stamps
As our name suggests, most of what we do here at Potomac Indexing is, well, indexing. However, we also do copyediting and proofreading, providing you with a single point of contact for a whole batch of production tasks. This is especially helpful with websites and book series, ensuring consistency of style. One of my favorite tools to use for copyediting […]
Tools for Working on the Go
One of the oft-touted benefits of freelance life is the ability to work anywhere. (Of course, being expected to work anywhere can be one of its drawbacks!) While my home office is the easiest and most comfortable place for me to work, it’s not always a possibility. Sometimes, I even find getting out of the house is the best way to overcome “indexer’s block.” There are […]
Proofreading’s Gift to Credibility
So, I was invited to an inspirational online class by a high-energy life coach with what sounded like a very personable presentation style. Looks like she speaks to hundreds at a time and really fires them up to reach their potential. The Price of Confusion But I never got far enough to see what her […]
Tech Tips: Creating Custom PDF Stamps in iAnnotate
I’ve mentioned using PDF stamps for proofreading and index editing before. While you can import proofreading stamp sets — here’s an old post about that — I like to make my own, especially for editing my indexes. Indexers who mark up page proofs prior to entering terms in their indexing software may also find it useful […]
