Technical Writing

Chapter 3

Why is visualizing information important to Technical Writers?

1. Increased Clarity

2. Increased Efficiency

3. Enhanced Adoption

4. Increased Engagement

5. Enhanced Accuracy

6. Efficient Troubleshooting

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   Warning Sign Usage

-Robin William’s C.R.A.P design principles

-Usage of pathos

1. Audience Awareness: Must consider the audience

2. Proper Placement: located where people will be able to be aware of the hazard

3. High Visibility: Bright colors, understandability, communicate properly

4. Clear Symbolism: clearly understandable and visible symbols

5. Simple Wording: Use simple language that is easily comprehendible

6. Urgent Tone: should show potential danger

7. Consistent Format: Unity                 

Warning Sign Language

1. Danger: most urgent word used on a warning sign; can warn of death or serious injury

2. Warning: warns audience that something could cause serious injury but not always

3. Caution: warns to take precautions to not result in an injury or death-

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