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grammar - What is the name of this system of proof correction marks?


I remember in English classes when my teacher had used this sort of system when correcting essays in the class.


I never asked her about what it was and just complied and made the revisions to my essay according to the markings.


I'm quite interested in this subject now—I've illustrated a reference of it and linked to it below. Can anyone tell me the name of this system, and where can I learn more about it?


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This paper (PDF) lists what it calls the "British standard institution proof correction marks". I can see your "Capitalise" mark on the list, but not the other two.


Merriam-Webster offers this list of proofreaders' marks.


Edit: Courtesy of Kosmonaut, here's a link to Proofreader’s and Editor’s Symbols over at University of Colorado. All three of your symbols are on that list.


Proofreader's and editor's symbols


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