Basic Proofreading

About This Service

Basic Proofreading is our entry-level editing service designed for researchers, graduate students, and academics who need a thorough surface-level review of their written work. This service focuses on correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors, ensuring that your manuscript is polished and ready for submission.

Our proofreaders are trained linguists and native English speakers who understand the conventions of academic writing. Every sentence is read carefully for grammatical accuracy, consistent punctuation, and correct spelling — including discipline-specific terminology. We also check for inconsistencies in hyphenation, capitalization, number formatting, and the use of abbreviations throughout your document.

This service is ideal for manuscripts that are structurally complete and logically sound but require a final language check before submission. It is commonly used for journal articles, conference abstracts, research reports, grant applications, and final-draft dissertations.

All edits are returned using tracked changes in Microsoft Word, giving you complete transparency and control. You can accept or reject every individual change before submitting your document. A brief editor's note is included with each order, highlighting any patterns or recurring issues observed during the review.

Every Basic Proofreading order also includes a free Certificate of Professional Editing — an officially issued, digitally verifiable document that confirms your manuscript has been reviewed by a qualified language specialist. This certificate is increasingly requested by international journals and funding bodies as part of the submission process.

Whether you are a non-native English speaker preparing a manuscript for an Anglophone journal, or a native speaker seeking a professional final check, Basic Proofreading delivers the precision and confidence your work deserves.

What's Included

Everything Covered in One Service

No hidden extras — every item below is part of your order.

Grammar & spelling correction

Punctuation fixes

Typo elimination

Consistency check

Track changes in Word

Certificate of Editing Included

Provided free with every completed order

Upon completion, you will receive an official Certificate of Editing issued by LexicoEditing. This certificate confirms that your document has been professionally proofread and edited by a qualified language expert — a valuable addition when submitting to journals, universities, or funding bodies.

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What Researchers Say

Trusted by academics and researchers from universities worldwide.

"The proofreading service was excellent. The edits were clear, precise, and significantly improved the overall quality of my manuscript. The turnaround time was impressively fast, even earlier than expected. Thank you very much for the outstanding support. Highly recommended for anyone seeking professional and efficient proofreading support."

REISA AULIA

Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

"The editing was professional, accurate, and very helpful. The comments improved the clarity and academic quality of my manuscript."

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Сагира Оданова

SATBAYEV UNIVERSITY

"Lexico Editing exceeded my expectations. Their professional proofreading greatly improved the linguistic quality, coherence, and readability of my manuscript while maintaining its scientific integrity. The edited version was much more polished and publication-ready. For researchers aiming to publish in high-quality international journals, this service is an excellent investment. I sincerely appreciate the professionalism, accuracy, and efficiency of the Lexico Editing team."

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our Basic Proofreading service.

Proofreading focuses on surface-level errors: grammar, spelling, punctuation, and typographical mistakes. Editing goes further — it also addresses sentence structure, logical flow, clarity, and academic style. If your document is structurally complete and you need a final language check, Basic Proofreading is the right choice. If you want more substantial improvements to how your ideas are expressed, Academic Editing is recommended.

No. Our proofreaders correct errors only — they do not rewrite your arguments or alter your intended meaning. All changes are returned using tracked changes in Microsoft Word so you can review every correction before accepting it.

We accept .docx, .doc, .pdf, .tex, and .txt files. We recommend .docx for the best experience, as tracked changes can be returned directly within the document. PDF files are accepted but returned as annotated documents.

Turnaround time depends on the delivery speed you select at checkout. Standard delivery is typically 3–5 business days, Express is 48 hours, and Rush is 24 hours. Exact deadlines are confirmed before you complete your order.

Yes. Every order includes a free Certificate of Professional Editing, issued by LexicoEditing. The certificate confirms that your document has been reviewed by a qualified language specialist and includes a unique QR code for online verification.

At Lexic Editing, we provide comprehensive academic editing services for researchers, scholars, and graduate students. Our team works on a wide range of academic documents, including journal articles, dissertations, theses, research proposals, conference papers, and book chapters across all disciplines. Whether you’re preparing a manuscript for publication or refining a major research project, we ensure your writing is clear, polished, and ready for submission. Our editors are experienced in various academic styles and fields, helping you meet the formatting, language, and structural standards required by journals and institutions worldwide.

Once you submit your document and complete payment, your order is assigned to an editor with expertise in your subject area. The process unfolds in several stages:

1. Initial Review — Your editor reads through the entire document to understand your argument, identify recurring issues, and note any discipline-specific conventions to follow.

2. Language & Style Editing — Grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and word choice are refined for clarity and precision. Awkward phrasing is rewritten, overly complex sentences are simplified, and vocabulary is elevated where appropriate — all while preserving your academic voice.

3. Flow & Coherence — Transitions between sentences and paragraphs are improved so your argument reads logically and cohesively from start to finish.

4. Formatting & Consistency — Headings, citations, reference style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.), capitalization, and number formatting are reviewed for consistency throughout.

5. Final Proofread — A final pass catches any remaining typos or errors before delivery.

You receive your document with tracked changes enabled (in Word format), so you can accept, reject, or review every edit. An editor's summary note is also included, briefly explaining the main changes made and any areas that may need your attention.

Turnaround depends on the service level selected. Standard is 5–7 business days, Express is 48 hours, and Rush is 24 hours. Exact deadlines are shown before checkout.

Yes. Every completed order includes a digitally verifiable Certificate of Professional Editing that you can submit alongside your manuscript.

We accept .docx, .doc, .pdf, .tex, and .txt files. For the best editing experience we recommend .docx so tracked changes can be returned.

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