how-to articles
Step-by-step guides
How-to articles are instructional pieces that explain step-by-step how to accomplish a specific task.
They're the backbone of DIY culture, covering everything from home repairs to software tutorials: I learned to change my oil from a how-to article.
The format prioritizes clarity and actionable guidance over narrative.
- tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
- guideLeader or instruction book
- step by stepIn ordered stages
- instructionsGuidance on how to proceed
- stepsSequential actions in process
DIY · hands on · walkthrough · getting started · tips · tricks · beginner · learn · do it yourself · craft · project · from scratch · hands-on · demo · fix · quick fix · repair · build
- articlesfeatures, feature stories, columns, reviews, book reviews
- life hackslifehacks, hacks, tips, tricks, shortcuts
how-to articlesopinion pieces
Persuasive essays in publications
editorials · op-eds · personal essays · think pieces · commentary
how-to articlesfiction
Imagined narrative work
short stories · poetry · creative writing · narrative nonfiction · profiles