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Free Proofreading Receipt Template
A proofreading receipt records what was delivered, who it was for, what was paid, and the totals due.
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The proofread goes out, the text looks consistent again, and then someone needs a record of what was delivered and what it cost. This proofreading receipt gives that buyer a clear totals block up top, so the amount paid or due doesn’t get buried while everyone’s still checking names, figures, and final wording.
The receipt keeps the written note short and plain, so the document stays about accuracy rather than marketing. The page uses indigo with teal accents under Lora headings and Roboto body text, which means the totals and the one message read like an editorial deliverable, not a sales flyer.
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What to include in a proofreading receipt
| Part | What it covers |
|---|---|
Totals | The totals block holds the amount paid or due, so the only change you need before sending is the final figure. |
Thank you for trusting me with your text | The written note gives the client a simple record of the proofreading work; swap in the wording that matches what was delivered. |
Who it is for
Proofreaders, editors, and copy editors who need to send a receipt after delivering reviewed text to a client.
The receipt in full
Questions about this receipt template
What should a proofreading receipt include?
A proofreading receipt usually includes who the work was for, what was delivered, and the totals paid or due. This template includes a totals block and a short written note you can tailor to the job.
Is a receipt different from an invoice for proofreading?
A receipt records a payment that was made, while an invoice asks for payment. If the client still needs to pay, the totals section can show the amount due instead of paid.
Do clients expect a line-by-line breakdown on a proofreading receipt?
Some clients only need totals for their records, and others want a short description of what the payment covered. The written section gives you a place to add that note without turning the receipt into a full scope document.
Do I need to say whether the work was proofreading or copy editing?
Stating the service on the receipt helps the client file it correctly and avoids confusion later. If the job was copy editing rather than proofreading, adjust the wording in the written note to match.
How do I handle house style or a style sheet on a receipt?
A receipt usually doesn’t carry a full style sheet, but you can reference that the edit followed the client’s house style in the written note. Keep the wording factual so the receipt reflects what was delivered.
Can a client pay a proofreading receipt online?
Online payment depends on having a payment method connected before you send the receipt. The template notes that connection as optional, so you can still send the receipt even if payment already happened elsewhere.
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