![]() This can be avoided by the careful use of custom dictionaries.Īs a copyeditor, I’m responsible for creating a list of names and terms used in a manuscript. ![]() Technical manuals and science fiction novels will be overflowing with such words, potentially causing the spell-checker to stop in confusion a few times in every sentence. The spell-checking process can be tedious, however, especially if you’re working on a manuscript filled with names or specialized terms. Running the spell-checker on a manuscript as a final step after you’ve finished an editing or proofreading pass can catch things that have slipped through the cracks. ![]() Although a spell-checker is no substitute for proper editing, it’s a helpful tool for any freelancer.
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