Style Guide

A comprehensive guide for maintaining consistent documentation style.

Writing Style

  • Use clear, concise language
  • Write in present tense
  • Use active voice
  • Keep sentences short and direct
  • Maintain professional tone

Formatting Standards

  • Use proper heading hierarchy (H1 → H2 → H3)
  • Include code blocks with proper syntax highlighting
  • Use lists for sequential steps
  • Add descriptive alt text for images
  • Maintain consistent spacing

Code Examples

  • Include practical, working examples
  • Use proper syntax highlighting
  • Add comments to explain complex logic
  • Show both basic and advanced usage
  • Include error handling examples

Documentation Structure

  • Start with a clear introduction
  • Include a table of contents for longer documents
  • Group related information
  • End with relevant links or next steps
  • Add version information when necessary

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