Differences Between Technical and Non-Technical Writing Flashcards
What does technical writing focus on?
- Focuses on Factual and Straightforward
content - Focuses on more technical words specific
to the area
What does non-technical writing focus on?
- Focuses on general subjects of writing
- Focuses on more common words suitable
to the general topic
What does technical writing aim to do?
- Aims to provide information, instruction
and explanations
What does non-technical writing aim to do?
- Aims at amusement
What is technical writing based on?
- Based on an objective tone
- Based on a formal way of writing
What is non-technical writing based on?
- Based on subjective tone or personal style
- Mostly based on an informal way of
writing
What does technical writing follow?
- Follows standard structured format
What does non-technical writing follow?
- Follows artistic unstructured format
What voice does technical writing use?
3rd person
What voice does non-technical writing use?
1st voice
What does technical writing require?
Required specialized vocabulary
What does non-technical writing require?
Requires evocative vocabulary
Does technical writing have a specific set of audience?
Yes
Does non-technical writing have a specific set of audience?
No
How is technical writing written?
In an accurate and more precise manner
How is non-technical writing written?
In a decorative and bombastic manner
What is technical writing related to?
Related to any specific area or domain
What is non-technical writing related to?
Related to any life in general
