Using Greater-Than Symbols for Menu Sequences
Using Greater-Than Symbols for Menu Sequences records a distinct source-supported procedure-writing task while keeping adjacent procedure choices, accessibility concerns, and implementation mechanics outside the page.
If the editorial style permits it, abbreviate a simple menu sequence with greater-than symbols, with a space on each side of each symbol.
Key details
Important caveats
Scope Boundary
This is an optional formatting convention for simple menu interactions, not a universal requirement for every procedure or UI path.
Further guidance
Content
If the editorial style permits it, abbreviate a simple menu sequence with greater-than symbols, with a space on each side of each symbol.
Purpose
The guidance gives readers a consistent, scannable way to follow the procedure without adding unsupported requirements.
Sources and evidence
Sources are shown with the role they play in this guide. Historical or style-sensitive claims are kept within the evidence boundary described above.
- Procedures and instructions checklist — Microsoft Style Guide (opens in a new tab)Microsoft · Current Microsoft checklist evidence for procedure location context, menu-sequence symbols, and options within a procedure step.