In this learning plan, you will review memo and letter formats and the revision symbols used to correct format errors and make needed changes. A thorough review of memo and letter formats will increase your ability to detect formatting errors. Format refers to the placement of the parts of a memo or letter on a page.
Proofreading for format errors is important because a document that is formatted correctly makes a favorable impression on the reader. As you proofread memos and letters, you will pay special attention to spacing used between various parts, alignment of items at the margins, and the placement of special notations.