Only light proofing is required to polish the conventions for publication. 2 Errors in writing conventions, while not overwhelming, begin to impair readability. While errors do not block meaning, they tend to be distracting. Paragraphing may be inconsistent. Paragraphs sometimes run together or begin in the wrong places.
Spelling is usually correct, or reasonably phonetic, on common words.
Problems with usage are not severe enough to distort meaning. Errors in all areas tend to show some consistency, such as when the particular words are misspelled consistently throughout the text. 1 Numerous errors in usage, sentence structure, spelling, or punctuation repeatedly distract the reader and make the text difficult to read. The severity and frequency of errors tend to be so overwhelming that the reader finds it difficult to focus on the meaning and must reread for meaning. The writing reflects very limited skill in using conventions.