Identify Your Audience

Understanding your audience's needs, skills, and experience levels is essential for creating comprehensive step-by-step guides. Create a user profile to tailor your content appropriately.

Define the Problem and Solution

Clearly articulate the problem your product solves and how it addresses this issue. This sets the context for your guide.

Structure Your Content Logically

Break down complex information into smaller, manageable sections. Use clear headings and subheadings to organize content.

Use Clear and Precise Language

Avoid vague terms. Be specific about the components and actions involved in each step of your guide.

Stay Focused

Keep your instructions concise and to the point. Avoid unnecessary stories or background information.

Include High-Quality Visuals

Incorporate photos or videos to supplement your written instructions. Ensure visuals are clear and relevant.

Use Active Voice

Write instructions in the active voice to make them direct and easier to follow. Passive voice should be avoided if possible.

Maintain an Impersonal Tone

Avoid using first-person pronouns, e.g. I, me, my, mine.

Use neutral language to maintain a professional tone.

Use Templates

Use templates to standardize your guide's layout. Consistent formatting enhances readability.

You can instantly use pre-built templates in Instructio to save your time: https://instructio.app/templates/.

Minimize Background Information

Provide only essential background details. Focus on actionable instructions.

Ensure Visual Consistency

Keep the orientation of objects consistent in your visuals. Indicate when an object needs to be rotated or flipped.

Simplify Your Language

Use simple language to ensure clarity and comprehension. Avoid jargon unless it’s well-explained.