Handbook for Preparing Engineering Documents: From Concept to CompletionIEEE Press, 1996 - 372 pages State-of-the-art in its simple, user-friendly presentation, this comprehensive handbook covers the entire process of preparing, producing, and distributing engineering documents using current computer software and the most recent technologies in information transfer. From developing concepts to effectively reaching an audience, Handbook for Preparing Engineering Documents provides everything the engineer needs to know for document preparation, production, and distribution in clear, user-friendly language. Extensive indexing and cross-referencing make it possible to find answers quickly. |
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... space is necessary , the letter spacing can be left at the automatic setting and the spaces between words modified as needed . This is called word spacing . To do this , select the space , then change its type size upward or downward ...
... space is necessary , the letter spacing can be left at the automatic setting and the spaces between words modified as needed . This is called word spacing . To do this , select the space , then change its type size upward or downward ...
Page 155
... space between paragraphs in technical documentation . This practice adds to the readability and pleasing appearance of the page . If we choose to use a full line of space , we can simply type an extra ' carriage return ' ( add a line of ...
... space between paragraphs in technical documentation . This practice adds to the readability and pleasing appearance of the page . If we choose to use a full line of space , we can simply type an extra ' carriage return ' ( add a line of ...
Page 156
... space can be used for all paragraph , listing , and example spacing . This conserves space / paper somewhat . ) All the lines and half - lines referred to above are sized according to the body text type size . However , the line of space ...
... space can be used for all paragraph , listing , and example spacing . This conserves space / paper somewhat . ) All the lines and half - lines referred to above are sized according to the body text type size . However , the line of space ...
Contents
INTRODUCTION | 1 |
How this book is organized | 8 |
Audience | 15 |
Copyright | |
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Handbook for Preparing Engineering Documents: From Concept to Completion Joan G. Nagle Limited preview - 1995 |
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