Writing & StyleStyle guide
Using Task-Focused Headings for Procedures
Using Task-Focused Headings for Procedures records a distinct source-supported writing task while keeping adjacent procedure choices and implementation mechanics outside the page.
Use a concise heading that states the task the procedure helps the reader complete.
Key details
Core Issuewriting procedure headings that tell readers what the instructions help them do
Registertechnical and professional writing
Important caveats
Scope Boundary
The heading should identify the task rather than repeat unnecessary introductory prose.
Further guidance
Content
Use a concise heading that states the task the procedure helps the reader complete.
Purpose
Task-focused headings improve scanning and help readers find the right instructions quickly.
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.
- Writing step-by-step instructions — Microsoft Style Guide (opens in a new tab)Microsoft · Current Microsoft Style Guide evidence for structuring single- and multi-step procedures, procedure headings, step grouping, completion actions, and concise step writing.