Like others have said light sand, skim, then texture or whatever look you want or are matching. The only thing I would add is throw on a coat of primer before painting. I know most paints are supposed to be paint and primer, but putting a coat of primer on before painting will really help with your final color especially if going with a dark color.
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Reply to Spackle vs joint compound on large jobs by dramaticFlySwatter
Like others have said light sand, skim, then texture or whatever look you want or are matching. The only thing I would add is throw on a coat of primer before painting. I know most paints are supposed to be paint and primer, but putting a coat of primer on before painting will really help with your final color especially if going with a dark color.