Copyediting Specification Sheet
nounPronunciation: /ˈkɒpieditɪŋ ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ʃiːt/
A detailed document provided to copyeditors outlining the journal's style guidelines, formatting conventions, and specific requirements for a given manuscript. It includes instructions on reference formatting, abbreviations, terminology, and any special handling required for the publication.
Plain English
A guide that tells copyeditors exactly how to format and edit a manuscript according to the journal's standards.
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Usage
"The copyediting specification sheet required all equations to be formatted using LaTeX and citations in IEEE style."
Style guide notes: Hyphenate 'copyediting' when used as an adjective; use 'copyeditors' or 'copy editors' depending on journal preference.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should a specification sheet include?
Style guidelines, reference formats, terminology preferences, abbreviations, and any manuscript-specific instructions.
When is a specification sheet created?
Typically after peer review acceptance, when manuscripts enter production and copyediting stages.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Important for understanding the detailed production phase and quality control in editorial management.
Required skill level: Mid