Examples of formatting and grouping related information.
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Bold |
Using the bold print shows that the word is important. Headings and subheadings are also often in bold. |
Italics |
Words are often italicized or put in italics to show they are important. Words from foreign language are also put in italics. |
Hyperlinks |
Hyperlinks direct the reader to a Web site with more information about a topic. |
Heading |
Headings help the reader identify topics. The words in bold tell the reader what the text underneath will be about. |
Subheading |
Subheadings are sub-topics under a broad heading. The title of the subheading tells the reader what the text underneath is about. |
Timeline |
Timelines are graphic aids that help the reader understand the sequence in which events happened. |
Charts/Tables |
Charts and tables are graphic aids that help the reader understand, summarize, and compare related information. |