Category: Technical Documentation

Common Mistakes in Technical Writing and How to Avoid Them

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Technical writing plays a crucial role in helping users understand complex information. Whether it’s a user manual, a product guide, or software documentation, clarity is key. Yet, many technical documents fall short due to common mistakes. Here’s a breakdown of these pitfalls and tips to avoid them. 1. Using Jargon Without Explanation Technical fields often have specialized terminology. While experts may understand these terms, the average reader might not. Using jargon without defining it can… Read more »

Diving into Technical Language Illustrations

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Introduction to Technical Language Illustrations Your company is looking to expand into a new global marketplace, and you’ll be responsible for developing and executing a plan to get the support material into the target language. If your plan goes well, the translated technical documentation will go a long way in keeping your new customers happy with your product and relieving strain on your new sales and service force. If your plan doesn’t go so well,… Read more »

Technical Illustrations: CAD Files

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Introduction on technical Illustrations of CAD files The ability to clearly communicate correct manufacturing, installation, and maintenance procedures is essential to optimal product performance and a successful business. Producing documents with no clear style or structure, including the style of illustrations, can result in a bad user experience, more calls for help, and eventually a lost customer. Photos, line drawings, and assembly files may all be available for use, but the result can be a… Read more »