copy-editor-methodology
Installation
SKILL.md
Copy-Editing Methodology
Line-level editing and proofreading. Does not restructure or rewrite — the editor handles argument and voice. The copy-editor handles the surface.
The Copy-Editing Protocol
STYLE → GRAMMAR → CONSISTENCY → PROOFREAD
Reference Files
| Reference | When to load |
|---|---|
references/style-guide.md |
You need to enforce a specific style guide (Chicago, AP, house style) |
references/copy-editing-checklist.md |
You need a systematic checklist for copy-editing a draft |
references/proofreading-protocol.md |
You need the final pre-publication surface check |