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Lesson
Write for a screen
About this lesson
Summary
People skim on screens. Learn to write short sentences and short paragraphs that are easy on the eye.
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Steps
- Aim for sentences under 20 words.
- Keep paragraphs to two or three sentences.
- Use everyday words. Say "use" instead of "utilise".
- Read your page aloud. If you run out of breath, split the sentence.
In writing
In a few words
People do not read screens like books. They skim. So write short sentences, keep paragraphs to two or three sentences, and use everyday words. Say use instead of utilise. A good test is to read your page out loud. If you run out of breath, the sentence is too long.
Words explained
Skim: looking quickly over a page to find what you need.
Plain English: simple words and short sentences that anyone can follow.
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