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Sub-Editing

Even though a writer should proof-read an article before submitting it, invariably there will be improvements which can be made, for clarity, grammar or brevity. These changes are made in the sub-editing stage. At the same time the sub-editor will specify how the article has to be presented. This involves decisions on the size and style of type to be used, the width of the column, the sub-headings which might be used. They might write an introduction, or highlight certain parts of the article. Although not always an easy job, sub-editing is one of the most important aspects of newspaper work.