Style Guide

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Revision as of 08:02, 22 November 2020 by Zandimna (talk | contribs)

In order to preserve consistency throughout this wiki, please follow these style guidelines when creating new articles:

  • Use level 2 subheadings for sections in an article. Do not use bold text for these subheadings.
  • Use level 3 subheadings for subsections. Avoid using numbered lists for this purpose as they are less readable and tend to merge into walls of text.
  • For schedules, use schedule templates.
  • Do not take screenshots of napcharts. Use the image export feature.
  • Use bullets for lists (you can type it with an asterisk).

More will be added as time goes on.

Terminology

Use this word: Not these:
Mechanism Mechanics, Function, Workings
Schedule Timetable, Sleep cycle, Sleep program, Rhythm
Adaptation Adjustment
Variant Variation, Version, Option
Extended/shortened sleep schedule Lengthened/compressed sleep schedule
Lengthened/compressed sleep cycle Extended/shortened sleep cycle
Everyman 1/2/3/4 (nap count) Everyman 6/4.5/3/1.5 (core length)

Napchart colour scheme

Colour Meaning
Red Sleep
Purple Dark period
Blue Flexible timing range