Instructions Checklist

As you reread and revise your instructions, here is a checklist to review:

• Make sure you provide real instructions—explanations of how to build, operate, or repair something.
• Write a good introduction—in it, indicate the exact procedure to be explained, indicate audience requirements, and provide an overview of contents.
• Make sure that you use the various types of lists wherever appropriate. In particular, use numbered vertical lists for sequential steps.
• Use headings to mark off all the main sections and subheadings for subsections. (Remember that no heading “Introduction” is needed between the title and the first paragraph. Remember not to use first-level headings in this assignment; start with the second level.)
• Use special notices as appropriate.
• Make sure you use the style and format for all headings, lists, special notices, and graphics as presented in these chapters. If that’s a problem, get in touch with your instructor.
• Use graphics to illustrate any key actions or objects.
• Provide additional supplementary explanation of the steps as necessary.
• Remember to create a section listing equipment and supplies, if necessary.