A quick guide to selecting the right level of editorial support for AI-assisted, internally reviewed and publication-ready content.

Many organisations now use AI tools, internal reviewers or grammar-checking software before seeking external editorial support.

As a result, not every document requires a comprehensive proofreading service.

Choose a Light Review if...

A Light Review is often the right choice when your content has already been checked and you simply want reassurance before publication.

Ideal for:

  • AI-generated or AI-assisted content
  • Internally reviewed documents
  • Website content
  • Blog posts
  • Newsletters
  • Marketing materials

A Light Review focuses on:

  • clarity and readability
  • tone and professionalism
  • consistency
  • awkward wording
  • obvious errors
  • publication readiness

A Light Review is not a quick glance over your document. It's a professional editorial assessment focused on clarity, consistency, tone and publication readiness. The difference is not the quality of the review, but the depth of intervention required.


Think of it as a professional final check before you hit 'publish'.


Choose Full Proofreading if...

Full Proofreading provides a more detailed editorial review and is often suitable for higher-profile or more complex documents.

Ideal for:

  • annual reports
  • prospectuses
  • policy documents
  • brochures
  • publications with multiple contributors
  • publication-ready PDFs


In addition to correcting errors, I check consistency, formatting, headings, references and overall presentation.


At a Glance


Light Review

✓ Already reviewed internally

✓ AI-assisted content

✓ Standard business documents

✓ Faster and more cost-effective


Full Proofreading

✓ High-profile publications

✓ Longer or more complex documents

✓ PDF publications

✓ Detailed editorial quality assurance


Not sure which service you need?

Don't worry. Send me your document and I'll recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective option. My aim isn't to sell you more editing than you need. It's to help you publish clear, professional content with confidence.


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