instructions
How to proceed
Instructions are directions that tell you how to do something.
They come with products you need to assemble, recipes you want to follow, or tasks you need to complete: Read the instructions before you start.
Instructions can be written, spoken, or demonstrated.
To follow instructions is to do as directed; to ignore them often leads to trouble.
Unit of teaching
- tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
- walkthroughSequential instructional guide
- how-toPractical instruction format
- guideLeader or instruction book
demonstration · coaching · training · workshop · seminar · curriculum · primer · orientation
Written proof or instructions
- specificationsStated requirements and parameters
- schematicsTechnical drawings of systems
- engineeringDesigning functional systems scientifically
- CADTechnical drawing technology
blueprint · layout · design · parameters · configuration · programming · code · syntax
Spatial representation of terrain
- compassDevice showing cardinal directions
- routePath from A to B
- navigationDetermining position and course
- wayfindingNavigating through physical spaces
signpost · landmark · itinerary · path · course · bearing · turn-by-turn · GPS
Written instructions for use
- diagramSimplified explanatory sketch
- partsIndividual elements of whole
- hardwareMetal goods and fittings
- toolsDevices for doing work
screws · components · setup · installation · flatpack · IKEA · mounting · attachment
Set methods for tasks
- regulationsEnforced rules and standards
- complianceAdhering to requirements
- guidelinesSuggested rules for behavior
- policyAdopted principle of action
rules · code · conduct · safety · standard · official · legal · mandate
lesson
Unit of teaching
- tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
- walkthroughSequential instructional guide
- how-toPractical instruction format
guide · demonstration · coaching · training · workshop · seminar · curriculum · primer · orientation · briefing
documentation
Written proof or instructions
- specificationsStated requirements and parameters
- schematicsTechnical drawings of systems
- engineeringDesigning functional systems scientifically
CAD · blueprint · layout · design · parameters · configuration · programming · code · syntax · commands
map
Spatial representation of terrain
- compassDevice showing cardinal directions
- routePath from A to B
- navigationDetermining position and course
wayfinding · signpost · landmark · itinerary · path · course · bearing · turn-by-turn · GPS · destination
manual
Written instructions for use
- diagramSimplified explanatory sketch
- partsIndividual elements of whole
- hardwareMetal goods and fittings
tools · screws · components · setup · installation · flatpack · IKEA · mounting · attachment · bolts
procedures
Set methods for tasks
- regulationsEnforced rules and standards
- complianceAdhering to requirements
- guidelinesSuggested rules for behavior
policy · rules · code · conduct · safety · standard · official · legal · mandate · directive
ingredients
Parts of a mixture
mix · chef · cooking · baking · kitchen · prepare · spices · mixture · whisk · seasoning
- Legobricks, brick, blocks, sets, plate
- pharmacypharmacist, pharmacy, prescription, dispensing, prescriptions
- adviceadvice, advise, tips, counsel, guidance
- manualsuser manual, manual, handbook, product manual, service manual
- product infoname, brand, price, description, features
- product labelsingredient list, warning labels, safety labels, warning label, nutrition facts
instructionsimprovisation
Spontaneous, unplanned creation
free rein · autonomy · self-direction · independence · spontaneity
instructionsintuition
Instinctive immediate understanding
instinct · gut feeling · tacit knowledge · sixth sense · common sense
- instruction manualWritten usage directions
- clear instructionsUnambiguous directions for action
- assembly instructionsGuide for construction
- care instructionsProper handling directions
- step-by-step instructionsOrdered guide through process
- cooking instructions