korrektuurikontroll

Korrekuurikontroll is a publishing process that combines korrektuur (proofreading) and kontroll (quality control) to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and readability of a text before publication. The term is used in Estonian-language publishing and in multilingual editorial workflows to describe an integrated stage that follows substantive edits and precedes typesetting and final formatting.

During korrekruutikontroll, editors and proofreaders verify spelling, grammar, punctuation, and typography, while also checking for consistency in terminology, abbreviations, numbers, dates, and cross-references. The process also includes layout checks, such as paragraph structure and figure captions, to ensure the text conforms to the publisher's style guide. The aim is to detect and fix errors that could affect comprehension or credibility before the material enters production.

Typical workflow involves preparing a marked proof after substantive edits, circulating it to authors and designers, applying corrections via tracked changes, and verifying that all corrections are implemented and no new errors were introduced in a second pass. This stage often operates in close collaboration with layout designers and, in academic or technical publishing, with editors of references and figures.

Common tools include style guides, spell checkers, grammar tools, proofreading marks, version control, and digital proofing platforms. A QA checklist helps ensure coverage of references, typography, formatting, and accessibility requirements, while maintaining consistency with branding and client specifications.

Korrekuurikontroll reduces the risk of misprints, factual or typographical errors, and inconsistencies, while enhancing reader trust and reducing costs associated with post-publication corrections. It is a core component of high-quality publishing and is typically integrated with copy editing and layout design within the production workflow.