Structured Writing

Structured writing is a way of evaluating, arranging, and delivering different types of
information. It gives you a good starting point for any writing project and it can be applied to
any type of information, even spoken!

There are many key elements to good structure. Always Use clear, concise modules that convey a single topic, procedure or idea. You need to group related modules together and use short, meaningful headings and sub-headings.Always be consistent in the use of graphics.

There are many benefits of a structured writing. Structured writing ensures  that information is easily accessible and understandable. Content can be produced quickly and can often be re-used. It enables the setting and maintaining of excellent standards in all types of communication,
throughout an organization.

The most important factor for any writer is to always remember the user.They must be able to get to what they want quickly and easily. Don’t assume that the user will read through all the documentation sequentially.Always be conscious of how the user will access the information being presented.Make sure the user can find the right section of text quickly.