on Jane Friedman site:
Question
Are there specific guidelines for beta readers? I recently agreed to be one for a writer who had not even tried to spell check let alone address structural issues. My understanding is that a beta reader should be given the manuscript just before it is revised to go to the agent or publisher?
—Beta Reader
Dear Beta Reader,
Beta readers are the angels of the literary world, but as your question points out, serving as someone’s beta reader doesn’t mean agreeing to read whatever a writer throws at you. It’s okay to set some expectations.
While you can Google tips for working with beta readers and beta reader etiquette, the relationship between author and reader often varies based on what role you’re playing in the manuscript’s development.
There are three primary types of beta readers.
Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog 
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Excellent share, thanks, Chris. That post was not only educational, but it was great that she included lots of valuable advice, too, on approaching and resolving mismatches or other issues. I would have commented over on Jane’s site, too, to let her know I appreciated it, but honestly, I cannot add another site to follow. Otherwise, I will have to glue my laptop to my belly and carry it around 24/7. Not an attractive look. 😁
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Beta readers really are angels!
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