Don't Trust Spell Check

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Don't Trust Spell Check

Even though you should ALWAYS run spell check, it is not a foolproof system. Even published novels from highly respected publishing houses fall into this trap. Spell check, and even grammar check, does not always know what word you mean (you vs. your, our vs. out, at vs. it, etc.).

   

Comments

3/15/2007 11:06:23 AM
Anita Linker said:

Absolutely!
Here are examples from real life.
"My son is a strait-A student."
"Its probably a good idea."
"That was you're mistake."


6/17/2009 12:44:05 AM
Mike said:

Looks like you need to proof read your own tips. Pathetic!




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