Editor's Corner

Per the JHA Style Guide for Technical Communication and Training, use the present tense rather than the future tense for documentation.

• Example

• Incorrect:
  • This parameter will allow you to change an alternate rate for FDIC insurance on accounts with a balance in excess of the maximum.
  • When you press Enter, a warning message will appear.
  • This enhancement will add additional editing options to the PowerOn Deluxe Editor.

• Correct:
  • This parameter allows you to charge an alternate rate for FDIC insurance on accounts with a balance in excess of the maximum.
  • When you press Enter, a warning message appears.
  • This enhancement adds additional editing options to the PowerOn Deluxe Editor.

Thank you,

Jackie Solano

Technical Writer, Episys Technical Publications

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