Here are some user guide writing samples. Most of the guides have been for BT, but I’ve also written guides for other technology companies. I have also also scripts for user guide videos.
The key to writing a good user guide is to make sure that the copy is clear, easy to follow, engaging and friendly.
To see the full guide, please download the PDF below the image.
Sample text from above guide:
How to set up and get connected
Plug in and link your Mini Hub
Tip: you might find it easier to plug this new Mini Hub into a socket near one of your existing Mini Hubs or Mini Connectors while you set things up.
1 Go to the part of your home where you want to improve your wireless signal. Then plug your new Mini Hub into a power socket and switch the socket on. Check that the Mini Hub is also on. Within a minute, the Power and Wireless lights will come on.
2 Press and hold (Add) on the top of the Mini Hub and let go after 5 to 8 seconds. The Power light will flash off and on once.
3 Press again, this time for one second. The Power light starts flashing.
4 Within two minutes, press on one of the Mini Hubs or Mini Connectors already in your home.
5 Wait a bit for the new Mini Hub to connect. If everything’s okay, the Data light will come on too.
Connect your devices
You’ll need your Mini Hub’s wireless network name and password. They’re on the back of your Mini Hub.
If your device supports WPS, just press (WPS) on your Mini Hub. It’s a quick way to connect.
Know your networks
The Mini Hub is dual-band, so you’ll see two network names on the card, one for the 2.4GHz band and one for the 5GHz band. The wireless password is the same for both.
Don’t want to use wireless?
Using an Ethernet cable, connect your device to either Ethernet port on the top of the Mini Hub.
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If you’d like to have a chat about user guide copywriting that I could do for you, please give me a ring on 07747 636 938 (UK). Or drop me an email at guy@guynicholls.ink