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Write for the web


This section refers to the audience as users since that is a more common term in the web community. To effectively communicate with your web users, you must use plain-language techniques to write web content. This section will explain the differences between print and web writing and how to create sites that work for your users.


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Think about your audience

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Write your document

Write for the web

    How do people use the web?
    Write for your users
    Identify your users and their top tasks
    Write web content
    Repurpose print material for the web
    Avoid PDF overload
    Use plain-language techniques on the web
    Avoid meainingless formal language
    Write effective links

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