Wordsmithing, spelling corrections, grammar, etc.

Author: rryan

source/chapters/appendix.rst

@@ -129,7 +129,7 @@ language settings the defaults may be different.
 +----------------------------------------+---------------------+---------------------+--------------+
 
 .. seealso:: Mixxx allows you to customize the keyboard shortcuts. For more
-             informations, and to download a a keyboard mapping image, go to
+             information, and to download a a keyboard mapping image, go to
              :ref:`control-keyboard`.
 
 .. _appendix-shortcuts:

source/chapters/configuration.rst

@@ -22,9 +22,9 @@ in- and outputs to be used.
   that Mixxx uses to deliver audio to your audio device. Your choice can
   drastically affect how smooth Mixxx performs on your computer.
 
-* **Sample Rate**: Allows to manually select the sample rate for the audio input.
+* **Sample Rate**: Allows you to manually select the sample rate for the audio input.
   The sample rate value should be set to the sample rate of your audio interface.
-  By default, Mixxx try's the system default first, which is most likely 44.1
+  By default, Mixxx tries the system default first, which is most likely 44.1
   kHz. Otherwise, Mixxx will pick a different default.
 
 * **Latency**: Latency is the lag time in milliseconds that it takes for Mixxx

source/chapters/controlling_mixxx.rst

@@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ can perform actions by pointing and clicking with your mouse.
            a two-finger click gesture is often treated as a right click.
 
 .. seealso:: Using the Mouse drag/wheel on the waveforms you can adjust zoom and
-             playback rate of the tracks. For more informations, go to
+             playback rate of the tracks. For more information, go to
              :ref:`interface-waveform`.
 
 .. _control-keyboard:
@@ -78,7 +78,7 @@ enable/disable the keyboard mappings at runtime. You can do so by clicking
 Customizing the keyboard mapping
 --------------------------------
 
-Mixxx allows you to customize the keyboard control. For more informations, go to:
+Mixxx allows you to customize the keyboard control. For more information, go to:
 
 * :ref:`advanced-keyboard`
 
@@ -158,7 +158,7 @@ There is no mapping available for your controller or you want to change an
 existing mapping? You can map your controller by using the Controller Wizard or
 take full control with the MIDI Scripting support in Mixxx.
 
-.. seealso:: Go to :ref:`advanced-controller` for detailed informations.
+.. seealso:: Go to :ref:`advanced-controller` for detailed information.
 
 .. _control-timecode:
 
@@ -171,5 +171,5 @@ the sound and feel of having your digital music collection on vinyl. Many DJs
 prefer the tactile feel of vinyl, and vinyl control allows that feel to be
 preserved while retaining the benefits of using digital audio.
 
-.. seealso:: Go to :ref:`vinyl-control` for detailed informations.
+.. seealso:: Go to :ref:`vinyl-control` for detailed information.
 

source/chapters/djing_with_mixxx.rst

@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ you music collection and playing your tracks.
 
 Opening Mixxx
 =============
-|logo| Once you've :ref:`installed Mixxx <installing-mixxx>` , start by opening
+|logo| Once you've :ref:`installed Mixxx <installing-mixxx>`, start by opening
 Mixxx and import your music to the Mixxx library.
 
 **Windows**
@@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ Importing your audio files
   :menuselection:`Preferences --> Library --> Rescan on startup`.
 
   .. warning :: On Windows 7 and 8 the import dialog points to your Windows
-                “Music“ Library , a special-purpose virtual folder. You can
+                “Music“ Library, a special-purpose virtual folder. You can
                 **not** use these virtual folders. Select a regular folder
                 instead, usually “My Music“, like pictured above.
 
@@ -472,7 +472,7 @@ Burn your recorded mix to a CD/DVD
 .. note:: Due to licensing restrictions, :term:`MP3` recording is not enabled
           per default. In order to enable MP3 streaming you must install the
           :term:`LAME` MP3 :term:`codec` yourself. Go to the chapter
-          :ref:`MP3 Streaming` for more informations.
+          :ref:`MP3 Streaming` for more information.
 
 .. _djing-auto-dj:
 

source/chapters/installation.rst

@@ -138,8 +138,6 @@ software on Ubuntu.
 The Software Center version of Mixxx is under some circumstances out of date,
 therefore using `Method A: Personal Package Archive (ppa)`_ is preferable.
 
-.. todo:: Proof-read Ubuntu install instructions.
-
 Installation on Other Distributions
 -----------------------------------
 
@@ -162,7 +160,7 @@ Where to go from here?
 ======================
 
 * :doc:`Set up your audio devices and controllers <setup>`
-* :doc:`Open Mixxx and start importing your audio file <djing_with_mixxx>`
+* :doc:`Open Mixxx and start importing your audio files <djing_with_mixxx>`
 * :doc:`Get familiar with the Mixxx user interface <user_interface>`
 
 

source/chapters/introduction.rst

@@ -126,7 +126,7 @@ Through the manual you'll find text formatted like this:
 
   Links to external websites are marked like this.
 
-Important informations in this manual are highlighted like this:
+Important information in this manual are highlighted like this:
 
 * .. note:: For anything that should receive a bit more attention.
 

source/chapters/library.rst

@@ -98,23 +98,23 @@ music library.
   Mixxx reads :term:`metadata` from the tracks to fill the columns of the
   library. To edit this data, double-click on a field. If the field is editable
   it will become an editable text box. When you are done, hit :kbd:`Enter`. The
-  data will be saved to the Mixxx library, but **not** to the tracks metadata
+  data will be saved to the Mixxx library, but **not** to the track's metadata
   itself.
 
 **Loading tracks**
   To load a track into a :ref:`deck <interface-decks>`, you can either drag it
   to the waveform display or use the context menu. Go to the chapter
-  :ref:`djing-loading-tracks` for detailed informations.
+  :ref:`djing-loading-tracks` for detailed information.
 
 **Importing tracks**
   Mixxx imports your music library automatically when it is run for the first
   time, and automatically detects newly added tracks on each subsequent
-  run. Go to the chapter :ref:`djing-import` for detailed informations.
+  run. Go to the chapter :ref:`djing-import` for detailed information.
 
 **Previewing Tracks**
   To pre-listen to tracks in your headphones without loading them to a regular
   deck, click the |ic_lib_preview_play| icon in the :guilabel:`Preview` column.
-  Go to the chapter :ref:`djing-previewing-tracks` for detailed informations.
+  Go to the chapter :ref:`djing-previewing-tracks` for detailed information.
 
 **Rescan Library**
   If you want to manually refresh your library without exiting (for example
@@ -140,7 +140,7 @@ Right-clicking on selected tracks in the track list reveals the context menu:
   playlist or crate in the sidebar.
 * **Lock/Unlock BPM**: Locks/Unlocks the :term:`BPM` of selected tracks so you
   can't edit them in the track properties. If a BPM is locked, a “lock” icon
-  appears next to the tracks BPM.
+  appears next to the track's BPM.
 * **Clear BPM and Beatgrid**: Removes :term:`BPM` and :term:`beatgrid` data of
   selected tracks from the Mixxx libary. After doing this we recommended you
   :ref:`analyze <library-analyze>` the tracks again.
@@ -243,7 +243,7 @@ Requeue` option in :menuselection:`Preferences --> Interface`.
 .. hint:: Put a pause between tracks that are automatically mixed by using a
           negative value in the :guilabel:`Transition time` spin-box.
 
-.. seealso:: For more informations , go to the chapter :ref:`djing-auto-dj`.
+.. seealso:: For more information, go to the chapter :ref:`djing-auto-dj`.
 
 .. _library-playlists:
 
@@ -285,7 +285,7 @@ the context menu:
 * **Remove**: Removes an unlocked playlist. Tracks in the playlist are still
   available in the library for later use.
 * **Import playlist**: Import tracks from external playlists to a playlist in
-  various file formats. For more informations, go to :ref:`library-3rd-party`.
+  various file formats. For more information, go to :ref:`library-3rd-party`.
 * **Export playlist**: Export a playlist in various file formats, such as
   :file:`m3u`, :file:`pls`, or :file:`csv`. Ideal for processing the data in
   other applications.
@@ -308,7 +308,7 @@ playlists. Think of it like a DJ case to organize your favorite vinyls into.
   in the sidebar. Alternatively use the context menu in the library's
   :ref:`track list<library-root>`.
 
-Right-click on a existing crate's name to access the different features in the
+Right-click on an existing crate's name to access the different features in the
 context menu:
 
 * **Rename**: To rename a crate, enter the new crate name and click
@@ -341,7 +341,7 @@ Playlists serve a limited purpose of keeping an ordered list of tracks.
 You can right-click a playlist to queue it to :ref:`Auto DJ <library-auto-dj>`,
 so in a sense you can “play” it.
 
-Often DJ's keep a playlist of favorites or plan a list of tracks they want to
+Often DJs keep a playlist of favorites or plan a list of tracks they want to
 play at a party. In these cases they rarely care about the order since they will
 likely choose the order at the party based on the dance floor and mood and they
 certainly don't want duplicates. This is where crates come in. You can think of
@@ -389,7 +389,7 @@ Recordings
 |ic_lib_recordings| In this section of the library you can start and stop
 recordings well as view previous recordings and the dates they were made.
 
-.. seealso:: For more informations, go to :ref:`djing-recording-your-mix`.
+.. seealso:: For more information, go to :ref:`djing-recording-your-mix`.
 
 .. _library-history:
 
@@ -451,7 +451,7 @@ The Analyze features in detail:
 * **Select All**: Selects all tracks in the current view.
 * **Analyze**: Starts the detection on the selected tracks.
 
-.. seealso:: For more informations, go to :ref:`djing-bpm-detection`.
+.. seealso:: For more information, go to :ref:`djing-bpm-detection`.
 
 .. _library-3rd-party:
 

source/chapters/livebroadcasting.rst

@@ -155,7 +155,7 @@ Live Broadcasting Preferences
 * **Title**: Insert your custom title metadata here.
 
 .. note:: Due to licensing restrictions, MP3 streaming is not enabled by
-          default. For informations on how to enable MP3 streaming, go to
+          default. For information on how to enable MP3 streaming, go to
           the chapter :ref:`MP3 streaming`.
 
 Icecast vs. Shoutcast
@@ -209,7 +209,7 @@ In order to enable MP3 streaming you must install the :term:`LAME` MP3
 
 .. hint:: If you have activated MP3 streaming support, you'll be also able to
           record your mixes in MP3 format. Go to the chapter
-          :ref:`djing-recording-your-mix` for more informations.
+          :ref:`djing-recording-your-mix` for more information.
 
 Activate MP3 streaming support on Windows
 -----------------------------------------

source/chapters/setup.rst

@@ -54,15 +54,15 @@ out**.
 
 #. Open :menuselection:`Preferences --> Sound Hardware`
 #. Select the :guilabel:`Output` tab
-#. From the :guilabel:`Master` drop-down menus, select your build-in soundcard,
+#. From the :guilabel:`Master` drop-down menus, select your built-in soundcard,
    then :guilabel:`Channels 1-2`
 #. Depending on your soundcard, you can specify a
    :ref:`microphone <interface-mic>`
 
-   a. Use your build-in microphone or connect a microphone to your computer
-   b. Is it detected by your :term:`OS <operating system>`, open the
-      :guilabel:`Input` tab
-   c. From the :guilabel:`Microphone` drop-down menu, select the input your
+   a. Use your built-in microphone or connect a microphone to your computer
+   b. Check that your microphone is detected by your :term:`OS <operating system>`
+   c. Open the :guilabel:`Input` tab
+   d. From the :guilabel:`Microphone` drop-down menu, select the input your
       microphone is connected to
 #. Click :guilabel:`Apply` to save the changes.
 
@@ -95,7 +95,7 @@ The depicted configuration above uses two soundcards. This setup is the bare
 minimum for serious DJing. Without any extra gear, the DJ can control Mixxx via
 mouse and keyboard. For more information see :ref:`controlling mixxx`.
 
-**Using external multi-channel soundcard**
+**Using an external multi-channel soundcard**
 
 #. Open :menuselection:`Preferences --> Sound Hardware`
 #. Select the :guilabel:`Output` tab
@@ -105,13 +105,13 @@ mouse and keyboard. For more information see :ref:`controlling mixxx`.
    soundcard, then :guilabel:`Channels 3-4`
 #. Click :guilabel:`Apply` to save the changes.
 
-**Using two soundcards (build-in + external)**
+**Using two soundcards (built-in + external)**
 
 #. Open :menuselection:`Preferences --> Sound Hardware`
 #. Select the :guilabel:`Output` tab
 #. From the :guilabel:`Master` drop-down menus, select the external soundcard,
    then :guilabel:`Channels 1-2`
-#. From the :guilabel:`Headphones` drop-down menus, select the build-in
+#. From the :guilabel:`Headphones` drop-down menus, select the built-in
    soundcard, then :guilabel:`Channels 1-2`
 #. Click :guilabel:`Apply` to save the changes.
 
@@ -134,13 +134,13 @@ presets. To see the full list, see :ref:`control-midi`.
 
    Using Mixxx together with a MIDI controller and external soundcard
 
-**Using a controller without integrated multi-channel soundcard**
+**Using a controller without an integrated multi-channel soundcard**
 
 #. Open :menuselection:`Preferences --> Sound Hardware`
 #. Select the :guilabel:`Output` tab
 #. From the :guilabel:`Master` drop-down menus, select the external soundcard,
    then :guilabel:`Channels 1-2`
-#. From the :guilabel:`Headphones` drop-down menus, select the build-in
+#. From the :guilabel:`Headphones` drop-down menus, select the built-in
    soundcard, then :guilabel:`Channels 1-2`
 #. Click :guilabel:`Apply` to save the changes.
 
@@ -157,7 +157,7 @@ alternative sound setup may look like the figure below:
 
    Using Mixxx together with a MIDI controller and integrated soundcard
 
-**Using a controller with integrated multi-channel soundcard**
+**Using a controller with an integrated multi-channel soundcard**
 
 #. Open :menuselection:`Preferences --> Sound Hardware`
 #. Select the :guilabel:`Output` tab
@@ -189,4 +189,4 @@ For best results, when using this setup you should ensure your system is capable
 of latencies under 10ms. Otherwise scratching may sound distorted. For more
 information about latency and how to improve it, see :ref:`configuration-latency`.
 
-.. seealso:: Go to the chapter :ref:`vinyl-control` for detailed informations.
+.. seealso:: Go to the chapter :ref:`vinyl-control` for detailed information.