Notation of Instructions
Instructions are structured as individual action sequences. The following accentuation elements are used for the action sequences:
Accentuation Element | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite | This symbol indicates the prerequisites for action sequences. |
Action sequence | A single action sequence is marked with a bullet point. | |
Action sequences | Several action sequences are displayed as a numbered list. | |
| Intermediate result | An intermediate result is displayed with an indented arrow. |
| Final result | The final result is displayed with an arrow that is aligned to the left. |
Conventions for Control Elements
Rules are outlined in this document concerning notational conventions for control elements.
Control element | Notation |
|---|---|
Menu | Menu names are displayed in bold type. Example: System |
Menu sequence | Menu sequences are displayed in bold type. The menu items are connected using the character >. Example: System > Exit |
Keys | Keys are displayed in bold type and within angle brackets. Example: <Enter>. |
Keyboard shortcuts | Keyboard shortcuts are displayed in bold type, within angle brackets, and with plus sign. Example: <Ctrl>+<d> Meaning:Press and hold down the <Ctrl> key and additionally press the <d> key. |
Screen elements and terms | Screen elements such as buttons, tab names, drop-down menus, text field and check box names, and dialog box titles are displayed in bold type. Example: OK, Cancel, Apply, Settings, Selection |
Functions, event types, status and such are written in bold. | Open, Yes, FIRE, Edit and so on |