Editor facts for kids

An editor is a person who makes changes to documents or other types of media. Think of them as someone who polishes and improves things. They make sure information is clear, correct, and easy to understand. Editors work with many different things, like books, newspapers, websites, photos, and even movies.

What Does an Editor Do?

An editor's main job is to review and improve content. They check for mistakes in spelling, grammar, and facts. They also make sure the information flows well and is presented clearly. Editors help make sure that what you read or watch is the best it can be.

Different Kinds of Editors

The word "editor" can mean many things. It depends on what kind of material they are working with. Let's look at some common types of editors.

People Who Edit Text

• Newspaper and Magazine Editors: These editors work with articles written by journalists. They choose which stories will be printed. They also check the articles for accuracy and style. The main editor of a newspaper is often called the "editor-in-chief." They have the final say on what goes into the publication.
• Copy Editors: A copy editor focuses on the small details. They check for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and factual errors. They make sure the text is consistent. They also improve the readability of the writing.

Editors in the Digital World

• Wikipedia Editors: If you've ever used Wikipedia, you've seen the work of editors. A Wikipedia editor is a user who makes changes, called "edits," to the pages or "articles." They help keep the information accurate and up-to-date for everyone.
• Photo Editors: These people work with images. They use special software to improve photos. This can include adjusting colors, cropping, or removing unwanted parts. Their goal is to make pictures look their best.
• Film and Video Editors: A film editor takes all the raw footage from a movie or video. They then arrange it into a finished story. They choose the best takes and decide the order of scenes. This is a very creative job that shapes how a story is told.

Software for Editing

Sometimes, "editor" can also refer to a computer program. A text editor is a simple application. It lets you create and change electronic text documents. There are also programs for editing photos and videos. These tools help people do their editing work.

Images for kids

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  "Quarters of the news editor", one of a group of four photos in the 1900 brochure Seattle and the Orient, which was collectively captioned "The Seattle Daily Times—Editorial Department".

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  Editors work on producing an issue of Bild, West Berlin, 1977. Previous front pages are affixed to the wall behind them.

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  Page 1 Editor Jack Breibart in the San Francisco Chronicle newsroom, 1994.

See also

In Spanish: Edición (proceso) para niños