If your cover letter states that you have excellent proofreading skills, a typographical error (a nonverbal signal) will overshadow the actual message content.

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Yes, if the cover letter claims to have excellent proofreading skills and still contains a typographical error, it sends a nonverbal signal that contradicts the claim and undermines the credibility of the applicant's claim. It can create a negative impression on the recruiter or the employer.

If Your Cover Letter States That You Have Excellent Proofreading