Marking Up and Commenting on Drafts
Objectives
- Use track changes language
- Write professional margin comments
- Explain proposed changes
Explanation
When marking up, explain why: 'We have deleted Clause 7.3 as it is inconsistent with Clause 4.' Comment phrases: 'Please confirm…', 'We propose…', 'For discussion', 'Our client cannot accept…', 'Note to draft (NTD): figures to be confirmed.' Keep comments short and neutral.
mark-up
A version of a draft showing proposed changes.
“Please find our mark-up attached.”
track changes
Software function showing edits.
“Please keep track changes on.”
note to draft (NTD)
An internal comment flagging a pending issue.
“NTD: insert bank details.”
clean version
A version with all changes accepted.
“Send both the mark-up and a clean version.”
for discussion
Indicates an issue to be negotiated.
“Liability cap: for discussion.”
Flashcards
Match terms and definitions
mark-up
track changes
note to draft (NTD)
clean version
for discussion
Complete the sentences
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