First, it’s important to understand what proofreading is. In the editing industry, ‘proofreading’ has a specific meaning and scope. There are three main types of editing:
Proofreading. Checking a final version of a document to correct errors in spelling or grammar as well as minor structural changes such as changing word order or deleting redundant clauses.
Copyediting. Usually includes proofreading, but also involves making conceptual changes which alter the meaning of the document to ensure consistency, accuracy and completeness.
Substantive editing. Can also be called structural editing. Involves major changes to a document including moving, adding or entirely rewriting sentences or whole sections to improve the logical flow, clarity and presentation of the document.
Typically, Eneo only offers proofreading and all of the services listed on this site include only proofreading. All of our services, regardless of turnaround time, offer the same level of proofreading excellence and the same satisfaction guarantee.
Occasionally, we receive a manuscript that cannot be corrected with proofreading alone and requires extensive changes such as entirely rewriting whole sections from scratch to be legible. While we strive to help all of our customers achieve perfect English, unfortunately we’re not able to offer substantive editing with the prices and turnaround times listed in our proofreading plans. Please understand that rewriting a document takes significantly longer than correcting it.
If we receive an order to proofread a document that is marked as requiring substantive editing, it is always double checked by a senior editor to confirm that it is not able to be proofread. If that’s the case, a full refund will be issued immediately.
If your manuscript requires copyediting or substantive editing, it can be arranged at a higher cost. Please contact us to arrange a quote.