English Editing
High-quality English is essential for clear communication, greater readership, and improved publication prospects. Our English Editing service ensures that your manuscript is polished, professional, and ready for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
What the Service Offers
Grammar, Spelling & Punctuation
- Correction of basic language errors, typos, subject-verb agreement, punctuation, capitalization, to achieve linguistic accuracy.
Sentence Structure & Style
- Improve sentence flow, coherence, clarity, and readability by refining phrasing, breaking up long sentences, and smoothing transitions.
Consistency & Terminology
- Harmonize usage of technical terms, abbreviations, units, naming conventions, and throughout the manuscript maintain consistency (e.g. tense, voice, capitalization).
Clarity, Logic & Flow
- Assess and suggest reorganization or rewriting to clarify logic, strengthen argument progression, remove redundancies, and tighten narrative.
Formatting & Manuscript Readiness
- Minor formatting adjustments to match typical journal expectations (e.g. heading styles, references formatting, layout of tables & figures). Ensure the manuscript is submission-ready.
Supporting Materials
- Language editing of associated documents such as the cover letter, abstract, or responses to reviewer comments (if included in service package).
Post-editing Support
- A window during which you can ask the editor questions or request minor follow-ups (depending on the service level you chose).
Levels / Tiers of Editing
To accommodate diverse needs and budgets, we offer multiple tiers of editing. Some common tiers include:
- Standard / Basic English Editing
- Focuses primarily on grammar, punctuation, and clarity. Ideal if your manuscript is already scientifically sound but needs linguistic polish.
- Advanced / Enhanced Editing
- Includes standard checks plus structural improvements, clarity enhancements, and consistency fixes.
- Premium / Scientific Editing
- All of the above, plus alignment with scientific style, cross-checking of logic, major rewriting suggestions, and post-review support (e.g. editing of reviewer responses).
You can choose the level that best matches your manuscript’s condition and your goals.
How It Works
To accommodate diverse needs and budgets, we offer multiple tiers of editing. Some common tiers include:
- 1. Submission & Quote
- You submit your manuscript (in Word, LaTeX, or compatible format) via our service portal. We provide a transparent quote based on word count, service level, and turnaround time.
- 2. Assignment to an Editor
- Your manuscript is assigned to a native English–speaking editor with expertise in your subject area.
- 3. Editing Process
- The editor reviews, revises, and records changes. They may leave comments or suggestions where substantive rewriting is recommended.
- 4. Delivery & Review
- You receive the edited version (with tracked changes) plus a clean version and, where applicable, an editing report summarizing major changes.
- 5. Follow-up & Clarifications
- During the post-editing support period, you may ask questions, request clarifications, or minor fixes.
Why Use Our English Editing Service
- Enhances Clarity & Readability
- Even strong science can be undervalued if the language is unclear. Clear writing helps your ideas shine.
- Reduces Rejections for Language Reasons
- Some journals decline or delay review because of poor English. Professional editing can help you avoid that barrier.
- Supports Non-Native English Authors
- Helps level the playing field by enabling authors whose first language is not English to present work more confidently.
- Professional Presentation
- A polished manuscript conveys care, professionalism, and respect to reviewers and editors.
Ethical Considerations & Transparency
- Authorial Control & Responsibility
- Editing should refine language, not change scientific content. You remain responsible for all data, claims, and results.
- Disclosure of Editing
- Many journals encourage or require authors to disclose that language editing was used. Transparency ensures ethical integrity.
- Avoid Overstepping into Authorship
- High-end “editing services” must avoid providing contributions so substantial that they might qualify for authorship (especially if they alter the scientific interpretation).
Service Levels at a Glance
Tier / Name
What You Pay
Description
Key Features / What’s Included
Post-editing Support
Standard Editing
Quoted per word or flat fee
e.g. 4-7 business days
Grammar, punctuation, spelling, word choice, minor clarity tweaks, consistent terminology
1 week for queries or small adjustments
Advanced / Enhanced Editing
Higher rate than Standard
e.g. 3-5 business days
Includes all Standard plus sentence structure improvements, flow & readability, minor reordering of text, logic smoothing
2 weeks Q&A / clarifications
Premium / Scientific Editing
Premium rate
e.g. 2-4 business days
All of Advanced, plus structural suggestions, in-depth feedback on logic, cross-checking reviewer responses, formatting to journal style
Extended support (e.g. 30 days)
Post-Review / Response Editing
Add-on or part of Premium
Depends on size of revisions
Editing of author responses, crosschecking revisions vs reviewer comments, smoothing new text
Support until next submission
Why Choose Our Service
- Subject-expert editors - We match manuscripts to editors in your field to preserve technical accuracy.
- Transparent quotes & no surprises - Submit your manuscript to get an instant, fair quote.
- Formatting & journal readiness - We help shape your manuscript to be submission-ready: layout, headers, reference style, figure captions.
- Support through revision cycles - If your manuscript is sent for revision, we can re-edit new or changed text to maintain consistency.
- Editing Certificate - Authors receive a certificate confirming that the manuscript was professionally edited (usable for journals or grant reports).
FAQs
Who will edit my manuscript?
All manuscripts are edited by experienced, native or near-native English speakers with training in academic and scientific writing. Editors are matched to your subject area to preserve technical accuracy.
What levels or types of editing do you offer?
We offer multiple tiers, e.g. Standard, Advanced / Premium, Scientific / Full, ranging from grammar & clarity to structural refining, enhanced flow, and detailed feedback. You can choose the level that best fits your needs and budget.
Do you accept documents in Word, LaTeX, or PDF formats?
Yes, we accept common file types like Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) and LaTeX. We also accept PDF formats, though editing directly in PDF may incur a small extra charge or longer turnaround.
Can I request American English or British English style?
Yes. You can specify your preferred style (American or British English), and we will maintain consistency across the manuscript.
Do you guarantee acceptance in a journal after editing?
No, we cannot guarantee acceptance by any journal. The publishing decision depends on the scientific content, reviewer evaluations, and editorial policies. We do guarantee improvement in language quality, and in some cases, offer free re-editing if the manuscript is rejected due to English language deficiencies (provided no major changes were made post-edit).
