Proefleeswerk
Proefleeswerk is a Dutch term that refers to proofreading tasks: the review of written material to identify and correct typographical errors, spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting inconsistencies and minor factual inaccuracies. The word combines proef (proof) and lezen (to read), reflecting the practice of examining a draft or proof before final publication or submission.
Proefleeswerk is performed in many contexts, including book and journal publishing, academic assignments, legal documents, business
Practitioners use style guides, checklists and proofreading marks alongside digital tools such as spellcheckers, grammar checkers
Proefleeswerk is offered by freelance proofreaders, specialist agencies and in-house editorial teams. Quality depends on language