Using superior scanning and optical character recognition software we produce a variety of image files (such as .tif or .pdf) that can be edited to improve their quality. After our program recognizes the text in the images, it can be saved into Word or text files that accurately match their originals. Two people will then proofread the files to insure the ultimate accuracy of the text. The files may also be coded/tagged for typesetting.

2. Coding/Tagging

We can code/tag any Word or text file for easy typesetting. Currently we input codes/tags for programs such as Quark Xpress, Indesign, and Miles. These codes/tags allow typesetters to set recurring elements within a book all at once.

3. Input of Copyedits

Once a copyeditor has finished with a manuscript, the publisher will send us the copyedited manuscript and e-mail us the file for the book. We then input the edits into the file. A second person checks the edits after they have been input. Usually the file is a Word file, but it may also be converted into a coded/tagged text file. 

4. Americanization

We change British punctuation to American punctuation, and the British spelling to the American spelling as specified by the client. Some publishing houses want to remove all British spelling, and some like to keep certain words with the British spelling in order to retain the British flavor. We will follow your house style.

5. Proofreading

We offer proofreading of manuscripts in page-proofs. Usually we will receive the copyedited manuscript and the typeset manuscript together. We then read and compare the two to make sure that the edits are in, and that they are correct. We mark any errors that may have made it into the book at that stage, including printer errors such as stacks, widows, orphans, and bad breaks.