Difference between revisions of "Manual of Style"

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Spelling and grammar

  1. For consistency use American English spelling rather than a mixture of American and British English spellings, i.e. use color and finalize over colour and finalise.
  2. Avoid overly informal or casual language. Use a more formal prose.
    1. Avoid contractions
    2. Avoid the use of slang
  3. Try to write in a clear, concise style. Entries should be in an intelligent, yet easily understandable style.