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* Do not take screenshots of napcharts. Use the image export feature.
 
* Do not take screenshots of napcharts. Use the image export feature.
 
* Use bullets for lists (you can type it with an asterisk).
 
* Use bullets for lists (you can type it with an asterisk).
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* When creating a new page, ensure it has a short summary description before the paragraphs start. This is needed for showing previews correctly.
  
 
More will be added as time goes on.
 
More will be added as time goes on.

Revision as of 19:23, 23 November 2020

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).
  • When creating a new page, ensure it has a short summary description before the paragraphs start. This is needed for showing previews correctly.

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