ISO/TC 130/WG 1 - Terminology

This document specifies symbols for use in copy preparation and proof correction in alphabetic languages and in logographic languages. It is applicable to texts submitted for correction whatever their nature or presentation (manuscripts, typescripts, printer’s proofs, etc.) and for marking up copy for all methods of composition. Symbols for the correction of mathematical texts and colour illustrations are not included.

ISO 12637-3:2009 defines terms for printing systems and processes.

ISO 12637-2:2008 defines a set of prepress terms which may be used in the drafting of other International Standards for graphic technology. In order to facilitate their translation into other languages, the definitions are worded so as to avoid, where possible, any peculiarity attached to one language.

ISO 12637-4:2008 defines a set of postpress terms which may be used in the drafting of other International Standards for graphic technology. In order to facilitate their translation into other languages, the definitions are worded so as to avoid, where possible, any peculiarity attached to one language.

ISO 12637-1:2006 defines a set of fundamental terms that can be used in the drafting of other International Standards for graphic technology. In order to facilitate their translation into other languages, the definitions are worded so as to avoid, where possible, any peculiarity attached to one language. The entries in ISO 12637-1:2006 are arranged alphabetically.

ISO 5776:2016 specifies symbols for use in copy preparation and proof correction in alphabetic languages and in logographic languages. It is applicable to texts submitted for correction, whatever their nature or presentation (manuscripts, typescripts, printer's proofs, etc.), and for marking up copy for all methods of composition. Symbols for the correction of mathematical texts and colour illustrations are not included.

Specifies symbols for proofreading such as of manuscripts, typescripts and printer's proofs. Does not apply to symbols of graphic art such as used in photo-engraving plants. Symbols for the correction of mathematical texts and colours illustrations are excluded. The total number of symbols specified is 16, each in English, French and Russian.