Long, complicated manuscripts become tiresome to proofread and correct. After spending a great deal of time reading one’s own manuscript, it can be challenging to catch small grammatical mistakes and typos. This difficulty of this task is compounded when the author’s native language is not English.

Busy researchers can use copyediting services to ease time or skill constraints. Copyeditors are trained in all the minutiae of grammar. They know when to choose a semicolon over a colon; a hyphen instead of a dash; and the differences between British and American spellings. They understand how grammar can change the meaning of what an author is trying to say. They also have the time to inspect each and every comma and period, so that there are no mistakes in a manuscript. Nowadays, the publishing of a manuscript in a top rated journal is incredibly competitive—English language quality can be a factor in whether a manuscript gains acceptance.

In fact, the competitive nature of journal publication has meant that more native speakers are turning to copyeditors to help polish their manuscripts. Copyeditors are specially trained to spot many mistakes that native English speakers might not even know they are making. By helping polish their grammar, they ensure manuscripts are up to par to compete and communicate the true value of their content.

Copyediting requires great concentration and an eye for detail. Copyeditors must be able to understand the content while improving the use of the English. Many talented copyeditors are skilled in understanding the most common mistakes that nonnative speakers make in order to best communicate the understanding. With the complicated English language, it is essential that they understand the details of how to use grammar.

Editage offers expert copyediting and proofreading services. The requirements to work at Editage as an editor are so stringent that only 0.05% of applicants pass through all levels. Editors are subject to learn proofreading exercises and techniques through extensive training. Confidentiality at Editage is guaranteed through binding agreements signed by editors as well as data security services certified by the ISO 9001:2008 process. Editage maintains affordable, competitive per word pricing that allows authors to choose basic copyediting services that focus mainly on the grammar and English language quality of the manuscript. Its quality guarantee is that any manuscript rejected for English language concerns after using its services will be subject to a free re-edit. With over 100,000 documents edited, Editage hopes to continue assisting researchers in improving their English language quality. Editage is confident that its copyediting service will allow the content and caliber of authors’ research to speak clearly for itself.