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Frequently asked questions: Self-Plagiarism Checker

How can I compare two documents for plagiarism?: Most online plagiarism checkers only have access to public databases, whose software doesn’t allow you to compare two documents for plagiarism.

However, in addition to our Plagiarism Checker, Scribbr also offers an Self-Plagiarism Checker. This is an add-on tool that lets you compare your paper with unpublished or private documents. This way you can rest assured that you haven’t unintentionally plagiarised or self-plagiarised.

Compare two sources for plagiarism
When should I use the Self-Plagiarism Checker instead of the Scribbr Plagiarism Checker?: The Scribbr Plagiarism Checker compares your document against the largest plagiarism database in the world. It will detect any similarities with documents in that database.

However, you might be unsure if all of the sources you used are in that database – for example, because some of your sources are unpublished. In this case, you can make use of our Self-Plagiarism Checker. Here you can add all the sources you want to a private database and compare them with your own document.
How many sources can I add to the Self-Plagiarism Checker?: You can add up to 25 sources at a time to the Self-Plagiarism Checker. If you want to add more, you need to remove others first.
How can I add internet sources?: Here’s how it works:

Browse to your internet source and select the text. Right click and choose ‘Copy’.

Head over to the Self-Plagiarism Checker and click the ‘Paste text’ button.

Right click on the text area and choose paste.

Your source text now appears in the text area.

Click ‘Add source’ to upload your source.
Will my sources/document be stored in a (shared) database?: No, the Self-Plagiarism Checker does not store your document in any public database.

In addition, you can delete all your personal information and documents from the Scribbr server as soon as you’ve received your plagiarism report.
Which file formats can I upload as a source in the Self-Plagiarism Checker?: You can use the following file formats:

.doc

.docx

.pdf

.txt

If you have a document in a different file format, we recommend converting it to .docx or .pdf and then uploading it as a source.
Can I change my original document?: No, it is not possible to change your original document. However, you can add, remove, and change as many sources as you want.

Types of editing	Available at Scribbr?
Proofreading Correction of superficial mistakes, such as typos, misspellings, punctuation errors and consistency errors.	Yes! This is the “proofreading” in Scribbr’s standard service. It can only be selected in combination with editing.
Copy editing Focus on grammar, syntax, style, tone and the conventions of the field. The editor also considers the internal logic of the text and flags any obvious contradictions.	Yes! This is the “editing” in Scribbr’s standard service. It can only be selected in combination with proofreading.
Line editing Focus on language, style, concision and choices. The editor helps you strengthen your story, polish your sentences and ensure that your use of language drives home your ideas.	Yes! Select the Structure Check and Clarity Check to receive a comprehensive edit equivalent to a line edit.
Developmental editing (i.e. content editing, substantive editing) This is the first step of the editing process and applies to very early drafts. The editor helps you structure your ideas, decide what story to tell and find direction for your writing.	No. This kind of editing involves heavy rewriting and restructuring. Our editors cannot help with this.

Types of editing

Available at Scribbr?

Proofreading
Correction of superficial mistakes, such as typos, misspellings, punctuation errors and consistency errors.

Yes!
This is the “proofreading” in Scribbr’s standard service. It can only be selected in combination with editing.

Copy editing
Focus on grammar, syntax, style, tone and the conventions of the field. The editor also considers the internal logic of the text and flags any obvious contradictions.

Yes!
This is the “editing” in Scribbr’s standard service. It can only be selected in combination with proofreading.

Line editing
Focus on language, style, concision and choices. The editor helps you strengthen your story, polish your sentences and ensure that your use of language drives home your ideas.

Yes!
Select the Structure Check and Clarity Check to receive a comprehensive edit equivalent to a line edit.

Developmental editing (i.e. content editing, substantive editing)
This is the first step of the editing process and applies to very early drafts. The editor helps you structure your ideas, decide what story to tell and find direction for your writing.

No.
This kind of editing involves heavy rewriting and restructuring. Our editors cannot help with this.

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Frequently asked questions: Self-Plagiarism Checker

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