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1 == Use simple sentences ==
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3 Complex sentences take more brain power to process, make readability more difficult for low literacy level users and are harder to translate.
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5 [[Clear language section>>doc:Plain English.WebHome]]
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9 == Avoid capitalising words ==
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11 People are more used to reading lowercase letters so comprehension is slower for capitalised words.
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13 [[Grammar section>>doc:Punctuation and abbreviating.WebHome]]
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17 == Avoid abbreviations and acronyms ==
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19 This reduces user confusion. Exceptions: when users know them better in abbreviated form, for example GIF and 5KB.
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21 [[Grammar section>>doc:Punctuation and abbreviating.WebHome]]
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25 == In paragraphs, put links at the end of sentences ==
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27 This may reduce distraction and cognitive load. It can work better for users with autism.
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29 [[Content design section>>doc:User centred design.WebHome]]
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33 == Avoid referencing gender or age ==
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35 It’s generally not necessary and can easily make your content non-inclusive.
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37 [[People section>>doc:People.WebHome]]
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41 == Choose respectful vocabulary ==
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43 Research what language could be emotive for your users by exploring forums, blogs and social media, and carrying out user testing.
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45 [[People section>>doc:People.WebHome]]
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49 == Readable content is easier to translate ==
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51 Using plain, simple language, short sentences, active tense, good grammar and accurate punctuation helps make content easier to translate.
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53 [[Clear language section>>doc:Plain English.WebHome]]
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58 For detailed guidance and usability evidence visit specific sections.
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61 All Readability Guidelines recommendations are based on evidence. In Beta we researched 17 [[usability questions>>doc:Main.Usability questions.WebHome]]. For some particular points we are still [[looking for evidence>>doc:Main.New research.WebHome]].