Instructions information

           

When writing instructions, you should consider the audience, the task, and the desired outcome. You should also include safety information and ensure the instructions are clear and concise. 

Audience 

Consider how familiar the audience is with the subject matter

Provide more details for beginners and streamline for more experienced users

Task

Identify the essential steps for completing the task 

Order the steps logically, starting with the easiest and ending with the most difficult 

Ensure steps are in the correct chronological order if necessary 

Safety information 

Include any safety warnings, risks, or handling instructions

Ensure users understand the potential hazards and precautions

Clarity and conciseness 

Use clear, precise, and relevant language

Avoid vague words like "thing," "part," and "stuff"

Anticipate potential questions or points of confusion

Gather feedback and improve the instructions

Other tips 

Start with a succinct title

Provide a brief context in the introduction

Use verbs to indicate what is being done