Meaning of editing

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Meaning of editing

Editing can be defined in so many ways. It includes:

  • Preparing a piece of writing for publication:
    Normally a piece written by another person.
    Publication may be a book, newspaper or other periodical (magazine).
  • Doing the work of planning and directing the publication.
    Planning involves the whole work plan like-1)length or size of the item, 2) nature of item,3)display of item, 4) time taken in editing, 5) process of editing, 6) arranging tools for editing.
  • Directing involves-1) issuing necessary instructions to subordinate staff, 2) monitoring the work assigned to them, interacting with the production staff, 4) controlling the quality of publication.
  • Preparing a cinema film, video film, tape recording, or any kind of audio video programme by putting together parts in a suitable sequence.
  • Arranging data for computer processing-related to research/survey.
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