What is a good way to self proof my paper for any type of mistakes?

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anonymous · Answer

If you have microsoft word go up to tools and then click spelling and grammer.

espex · Answer

Read it out loud.

jagatuba · Answer

Yes read it out loud. Also, if you want to be really thorough, read it backwards. This will bring out errors that you will miss reading it forwards. This is because we tend to miss things when we read them in context. Reading backwards removes the words from their context and allows you to catch errors you might otherwise miss.

anonymous · Answer

YES! jagatuba is so spot-on. This is exactly what professional proofreaders do.