About the style guide The University of Edinburgh editorial style guide explains how to use words to create accessible content. You can browse the principles via this site, or download the A to Z guide for extensive guidance. Language and tone You should use clear language in plain English to make your content accessible, readable and inclusive. Formatting How to format your text, including contact details, headings, and web addresses. Punctuation Punctuation and symbols, and how and when to use them. Abbreviations Abbreviations, acronyms and contractions - and when to tag for accessibility. Download the A to Z guide The A to Z document download gives further detail and more examples of University style. Dates and numbers How to show numbers, including measurements and money, and dates, including days of the week. Spelling style A short A to Z of common words with multiple possible spellings. This article was published on 2024-09-17
