typo

(noun)

A spelling error.

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Examples of typo in the following topics:

  • Methods

    • This information must be accurate—even one mistaken measurement or typo could change the procedure and results drastically.

  • Common Spelling Errors

    • Common typos include:

  • Step 6: Editing and Proofreading

    • It's okay to correct typos or grammatical errors if you catch them in early drafts, but you should save thorough proofreading for your final draft.

  • Step 5: Revising

    • Re-reading completed work is essential for more than just catching typos.