Proofreading
This is the final check before publication. Review of your text for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting accuracy to ensure that everything is clean, correct, and ready to go live.
Spelling accuracy
Grammar accuracy
Punctuation accuracy
Formatting accuracy
Copy editing
A deeper level of copy refinement. In addition to proofreading essentials, copy editing entails:
Writing style and tone consistency
Sentence structure and text organisation
Style guide alignment or development
Readability and clarity