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What is the recommended font size for technical writing?
What is the recommended font size for technical writing?
- 10
- 12
- 11
- 9 (correct)
How should section headings be formatted in technical writing?
How should section headings be formatted in technical writing?
- Sentence case, normal
- Title case, italic
- All capitals, underlined
- All capitals, bold (correct)
What is the recommended line spacing for technical writing?
What is the recommended line spacing for technical writing?
- Single space
- Triple space
- Double space
- 1.5 or double space (correct)
How should the page number be placed in technical writing?
How should the page number be placed in technical writing?
What type of justification is recommended for technical writing?
What type of justification is recommended for technical writing?
How should preliminary pages be numbered in technical writing?
How should preliminary pages be numbered in technical writing?
What is the least preferred option for headings in technical writing?
What is the least preferred option for headings in technical writing?
What is the purpose of using numbers and bullets in technical writing?
What is the purpose of using numbers and bullets in technical writing?
What is the most effective way to highlight text in technical writing?
What is the most effective way to highlight text in technical writing?
What is the recommended font size and type for technical writing?
What is the recommended font size and type for technical writing?
Why should color be used sparingly in technical writing?
Why should color be used sparingly in technical writing?
What is the purpose of using a solid circle, diamond, or square as a bullet symbol?
What is the purpose of using a solid circle, diamond, or square as a bullet symbol?
What is the primary purpose of page design in technical writing?
What is the primary purpose of page design in technical writing?
What is the recommended paper size for all text documents in technical writing?
What is the recommended paper size for all text documents in technical writing?
What is the unit of measurement for paper weight in technical writing?
What is the unit of measurement for paper weight in technical writing?
What is the purpose of using headings in page design?
What is the purpose of using headings in page design?
What is the result of using proper font selection in technical writing?
What is the result of using proper font selection in technical writing?
Flashcards
Page Design
Page Design
Critical for documents to be clear, readable, and visually appealing.
A-4 Paper Size
A-4 Paper Size
Standard size for documents, ensuring consistency.
Paper Weight (GSM)
Paper Weight (GSM)
Measured in grams per square meter (GSM); indicates paper thickness and quality.
Standard Margins
Standard Margins
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Two Columns
Two Columns
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Paragraph Length
Paragraph Length
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Line Spacing
Line Spacing
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Justification Options
Justification Options
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Page Numbering
Page Numbering
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Main Heading Location
Main Heading Location
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Section Headings Format
Section Headings Format
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Subsection Format
Subsection Format
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Effective Bullet Symbols
Effective Bullet Symbols
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Highlighting Techniques
Highlighting Techniques
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Standard Font Sizes
Standard Font Sizes
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Common Font Types
Common Font Types
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Factors Affecting Appearance
Factors Affecting Appearance
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Study Notes
Page Design
- Page design is crucial for creating clear, readable, and visually interesting documents.
Paper
- Use A-4 paper size for all text documents.
- Ensure A-4 is selected in the 'Page Setup' and in the 'Printer Properties'.
- Paper weight is measured in grams per square meter (GSM).
White Spaces
- Margins: 2.54 cm from each side and from top and bottom.
- Use 2 columns in technical papers.
- Paragraph length: a page should contain more than one paragraph separated by line space.
- Line spacing: single, 1.5, or double space.
- Justification options: right, left, full, and center.
- Page numbering: top and bottom (right, center, left).
Headings
- Main heading or title: located in the upper center of the first page.
- Section headings: capitals and bold, without an underline.
- Subsections and subsubsections: upper case for the first letter in each main word, lower case for other letters, and in bold.
- No underline is used.
Lists
- Numbers and bullets are effective when presenting lists of items.
- They can also be used to summarize findings, conclusions, or action items.
- Select the bullet symbol carefully and conservatively, e.g., solid circles, diamonds, or squares.
In-Text Emphasis
- The most effective highlighting techniques: underlining, boldface, italic, and change size.
Fonts
- Font size: 9, 10, 12, 14, etc.
- Font type: Times New Roman, Arial, etc.
- For maximum effectiveness: avoid too many font variations, use 'Times New Roman' with a font size of 11 or 12 points, and avoid large font sizes for the body of the text.
Color
- Use of color is a graphic design tool that reflects the image of your document.
- Printing color is expensive and should be used only when cost-effective.
General Guidelines
- The main factors affecting the appearance of the document are: page layout, margins, header, page numbering, reference font selection, font type, font size, text alignment, word spacing, indentation, paragraph spacing, and use of bullets.
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Test your knowledge of technical writing style, including page design and layout principles. This quiz covers important aspects such as margins, columns, paragraph length, line spacing, and justification. Improve your technical writing skills and master the art of page design!
