Tool tips

 


Tools & Tech – Your Digital Toolbox



The right tools can make your writing cleaner, faster, and more collaborative.



Must-Know Tools:



  • Content Editors: Markdown, Notion, Google Docs, MS Word
  • Version Control: Git and GitHub for collaborative documentation
  • Design Tools: Canva, Figma, and Snagit for visuals
  • Documentation Platforms: MadCap Flare, Confluence, Docusaurus
  • Style Guides: Microsoft Manual of Style, AP Style, custom org guidelines



Tip: Don’t just learn tools—learn why they’re used. Technical writing is as much about process as product.


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