Skimming and Scanning

Top tips!

Skimming

  • Read the first paragraph and last paragraph in full.

  • Read the opening words and closing words of the paragraphs in between.

  • Use headings, sub-headings, bullet points or key words
    (those in bold, italics, capitals or underlined) to guide you.

Scanning

  • You don't need to read every word. Just look for the information you want.

  • Again, use headings, sub-headings, bullet points or key words to guide you.