What does aproofreader do?

The proofreader will then meticulously comb through the proof to see if the copy editor has missed anything or if the designer has accidentally introduced a mistake into the final file. In addition to typos, these mistakes may include:

• Incorrect numbering of pages;
• Inaccurate index;
• Misaligned text;
• Additional (or missing) spaces between words;
• Incorrect paragraphing.

A proofreader’s list of responsibilities is often broader than what we’ve laid out above. For example, with non-fiction or journalistic writing, they might also fact-check the manuscript.