Bonnie Granat wrote: > > >> -----Original Message----- >> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of tarage >> Sent: Saturday, October 28, 2006 10:46 AM >> To: [email protected] >> Subject: [TCP] Appear vs. Display >> >> Hi, I'm documenting a GUI-based application and our style guide uses >> "appear" when talking about a window or dialog box >> displaying, instead >> of "display". I'm not in a position to change this, but I was just >> curious about the reasons and rationales for using "appears". Any >> thoughts? >> > >According to the Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publications: > >appears, displays
*grimace* I understand now. I myself am mostly apathetic about it, though I do prefer "displays". As Donna said, "appears" seems to be magical. Anyhow, thanks for the info! Best, ~Tarage _______________________________________________ Interested in Interactive 3D Documentation? Get the scoop at http://www.doc-u-motion.com Your 3D Documentation Community. _______________________________________________ Technical Communication Professionals To post a message to the list, send an email to [email protected] To find out more about the list, including archives and your account options, visit http://techcommpros.com/mailman/listinfo/tcp_techcommpros.com If you need assistance with the list, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
