Text Formatting
Text Formatting
Use appropriate font style and size
- Times New Roman with 12-point font size is recommended for body text.
How?
- Go to Home.
- Select the desired font from the drop-down options.
Why is this important?
This font style is recommended for readability and availability.
Resources
Create Unambiguous Names for Links
- Is the destination, function or purpose described in the link name or surrounding text?
- Have you avoided using "Click Here" or "Learn More?"
How?
- Type a descriptive text link in your document that provides the destination, function and/or purpose.
- Select the text that you want to be a hyperlink.
- Go to Insert > Hyperlink.
- Enter the address (i.e. http://www.virginia.gov).
Why is this important?
Meaning link text helps a user understand what information is available once the link is selected. Generic terms ("click here" or "read more") do not provide adequate information for the user.
Examples of Hyperlink Text
Poor Link Text
"go to http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/mathematics/index.shtml"
Good Link Text
"go to Mathematics Standards of Learning"