Editors minimise unnecessary distractions for the reader by ensuring that elements within the publication are complete and consistent.
Editing for completeness and consistency requires knowledge of the following matters:
E1 Integrity
| E1.1 | The parts of the publication, including as needed: (a) preliminary matter or entry sequence Preliminary matter may include cover, title page, publishing details, table of contents, acknowledgments, abstract and summary. Entry sequence may include splash screen and home page. (b) body The body includes text, tables, illustrations, captions, labels and notes. (c) endmatter. Endmatter includes appendixes, glossary, references, bibliography and index. |
| E1.2 | The need for accuracy and completeness of cross-references and links: (a) within the text |
| E1.3 | The need to test screen-based publications for: (a) performance, including links, buttons, menu selection, navigation routes, download time and interactivity Interactivity refers to aspects of a screen-based publication designed to elicit responses from the user. (b) functionality using different platforms and browsers, and site integrity and accessibility |
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