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What is the primary recommendation for users who have specific questions about the content of a published document?
What is the primary recommendation for users who have specific questions about the content of a published document?
- Use the 'Website Feedback' button to submit content-related inquiries.
- Contact the Office of the Federal Register (OFR) directly.
- Provide confidential information or personal data through the website.
- Directly contact the agency that issued the document. (correct)
A user encounters an issue while navigating the www.ecfr.gov website. Which action aligns with the site's recommended troubleshooting steps?
A user encounters an issue while navigating the www.ecfr.gov website. Which action aligns with the site's recommended troubleshooting steps?
- Disclose confidential information to the OFR to assist with diagnosing the problem.
- Submit a comment about the document's content via the 'Website Feedback' button.
- Consult the 'Search & Navigation guide' for background and navigation details. (correct)
- Contact the publishing agency with a detailed description of the website issue.
Which browser should a user use to ensure optimal compatibility with the features and design of www.ecfr.gov?
Which browser should a user use to ensure optimal compatibility with the features and design of www.ecfr.gov?
- The current versions of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari. (correct)
- Opera
- Any web browser, as the site is universally compatible.
- Internet Explorer 11
A user wants to suggest an improvement to the www.ecfr.gov website. Which action should they take?
A user wants to suggest an improvement to the www.ecfr.gov website. Which action should they take?
A user is looking for a specific regulation. According to the instructions, what is the recommended way to locate it on the website?
A user is looking for a specific regulation. According to the instructions, what is the recommended way to locate it on the website?
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OFR's Role
OFR's Role
The Office of the Federal Register publishes documents for Federal agencies.
Content Inquiries
Content Inquiries
For questions about specific content, contact the agency associated with the document.
Website Feedback
Website Feedback
Use the 'Website Feedback' button for comments/suggestions on improving the www.ecfr.gov website.
Content Feedback
Content Feedback
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Site Navigation
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Study Notes
- The website is designed for current versions of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari.
- The Office of the Federal Register publishes documents for Federal agencies, but has no authority over their programs.
- Contact the agency directly with questions about content.
- Use the 'Website Feedback' button for website improvement suggestions or questions.
- Use the 'Content Feedback' button for instructions on contacting the issuing agency to comment on current content.
- The contact form is only for website help or suggestions.
- OFR staff cannot answer questions about document content.
- Do not provide confidential information or personal data.
- Navigate by entering citations or phrases (e.g., 1 CFR 1.1, 49 CFR 172.101, Organization and Purpose, 1/1.1 Regulation Y, FAR).
- Choosing an item from citations and headings will bring you directly to the content.
- Choosing an item from full text search results will bring you to those results.
- Pressing enter in the search box will also bring you to search results.
- Background and more details are available in the Search & Navigation guide.
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Description
This guide explains how to navigate and use the online resources for federal regulations. It covers using citations, search functions, and feedback options. It also clarifies the roles of the Office of the Federal Register and individual federal agencies.