Degrees of Edit
http://www.stc.org/confproceed/1993/PDFs/PG175178.PDF

Samson, Donald C., Jr.
STC Proceedings
1993

Abstract:

The levels of edit concept can be a valuable editorial tool, especially to clarify for staff what editors do with documents. However focusing on degrees of edit (light, medium, and heavy) can simplify decisions about editorial work on a document. Dividing heavy edits into macro edits and micro edits can clarify what editors do in editing a document thoroughly. This presentation simplifies the editorial process by examining the three different degrees of edit and establishing the aims and procedures for macro and micro editing.