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What Is a Knowledge Base: Definition, Benefits, & Steps to Create

What Is a Knowledge Base: Definition, Benefits, & Steps to Create

When customers encounter an issue, calling or emailing your support team is not the first thing that comes to their mind.  Today’s customers attempt to resolve matters on their own before they approach your support team for help with a self-help knowledge base. But why? Because a self-help Knowledge Base is more convenient and instantaneous!...
5 Best Manual Maker Software in 2024

5 Best Manual Maker Software in 2024

Being in the knowledge management domain for 6+ years, I know how essential user manuals are in enhancing user understanding and enabling a seamless experience by offering clear, step-by-step information. In this blog, I will reveal the top five manual makers. Let’s start with a quick summary of my top three based on their customer...
Best User Guide Templates & How to Create a User Guide with Examples

Best User Guide Templates & How to Create a User Guide with Examples

Getting lost in a new gadget or software maze is a common sight. Guess what can work as a magical map to navigate this maze? A user guide!  User guides are the keys to solving the confusion around the product and unlocking the full potential of any product.  They provide step-by-step instructions, detailed explanations, and...
What are the Types of User Manual in Technical Writing: The Guide

What are the Types of User Manual in Technical Writing: The Guide

Imagine a scenario where every beep, click, and function has its friendly guide, simplifying complexity and eliminating confusion. User manuals eliminate that very complexity and confusion by helping end users understand how to use a product or service correctly. It also helps find solutions to problems that may arise during use.  Devices such as smartphones,...
Explained: How to Create a User Manual in Word

Explained: How to Create a User Manual in Word

Unlocking the full potential of a product or service can seem like solving a big jigsaw puzzle with missing pieces.  Thanks to user manuals, your audience gets clear, concise, and structured information about a product’s features, functionalities, and usage.  Many people use Microsoft Word to create user manuals because of its familiarity, simple formatting options,...
What is a Standard Operating Procedure Manual (SOP): The Guide & Best Practices

What is a Standard Operating Procedure Manual (SOP): The Guide & Best Practices

You must have heard the saying, “Smooth seas don’t make skillful sailors.” Well, the business world isn’t a calm sea, either.  However, you can steer your ship to the shore with the right navigational tool, like an SOP manual. SOPs ensure everyone knows their role, guiding your teams through the confusion and changing it into...
Explained: The Difference Between User Guide & User Manual

Explained: The Difference Between User Guide & User Manual

Have you ever stared hopelessly at a new gadget or piece of technology, unsure how to use it? Well, we have all been there! Thanks to user manuals and user guides, the confusion and frustration are no more. They offer step-by-step instructions on how to assemble, operate, and troubleshoot products.  However, there has been some...
Technical Manual and User Manual: What’s the Difference?

Technical Manual and User Manual: What’s the Difference?

What good is that latest gadget on the shelf if its complexity feels like deciphering an ancient manuscript?  Well, according to the Harvard Business Review, 81% of all customers attempt to take care of issues themselves before reaching out to a live representative. Guides like technical and user manuals serve as the compass, helping users...
What Is a User Guide? Everything You Need to Know + Examples

What Is a User Guide? Everything You Need to Know + Examples

In the world of constantly evolving technology, it’s common to grapple with the functioning of a new device or software, desperately seeking guidance amidst a sea of buttons and options.  User guides could be the solution here! A user guide is a comprehensive document that provides step-by-step instructions on using a product or service effectively....
Step-by-Step Guide Examples & How to Create One + Templates

Step-by-Step Guide Examples & How to Create One + Templates

Whether you’re a frustrated novice or a seasoned pro, complicated tasks are inevitable.  Thankfully, there’s a clear and foolproof way to tackle complex tasks – step-by-step guides! These are like a roadmap to success, guiding you through even the most daunting projects with ease.  In this blog, we will explore some step-by-step guide examples and...