By the end of the lesson students should be able to:
1. define manuscript
2. differentiate between a manuscript and a typescript
3. discuss 10 manuscript signs and symbols
4. examine manuscript with footnotes
1. define manuscript
2. differentiate between a manuscript and a typescript
3. discuss 10 manuscript signs and symbols
4. examine manuscript with footnotes
MAnuscript
Manuscript - this is defined as a handwritten or rough draft typed document that usually contains errors to be corrected. Manuscript signs, proofreaders' marks or correction signs are symbols or marks used within a manuscript to indicate to the administrative assistant the necessary corrections that should be made when preparing the document.
Although these signs are usually found within the text itself, sometimes notations are placed in the margins alongside the lines in which corrections areto be made as a guide for the administrative assistant. He or she should be able to accurately interpret and apply these signs when preparing a manuscript.
The manuscript should be read through in its entirety before beginning to type in order to become familiar with the text and the necessary corrections that are to be made. The document is usually typed in double line spacing- unless otherwise instructed - to effect ease in reading.
Typescript- this is a typewritten version of a manuscript.
manuscript signs & Symbols
Manuscript with footnotes - footnotes are used within documents to give further explanation about the text that the writer may not necessarily want to be stated within the body of the document. Footnotes are located at the bottom of the page on which the reference is being made. Reference may be made with a letter or number, or with a symbol such as an asterick if there are just one or two footnotes.
When adding a footnote to a text, ensure that there is no space before inserting the reference. Simply type the word and immediately following that insert the reference. Type the footnote in single line spacing with a double line space between each point. Font size 10 is often used when typing footnotes.
How to insert footnotes
This may be achieved by;
1. placing the cursor at the point of insertion ( click Insert- Footer-Blank footer)
2. clicking insert footnote in the reference tab.
The cursor will then be automatically placed at the foot of the page where the footnote is to be
typed. An e.g of a document with footnotes is illustrated opposite.
Manuscript styles
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Classwork
headings and paragraphing
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abbreviations, figures and ellipsis
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