step-by-step instructions
Ordered procedure guide
Step-by-step instructions are directions that break a process into sequential stages, each to be completed before moving to the next.
The format assumes the reader needs guidance through unfamiliar territory: The recipe includes step-by-step instructions for making the dough.
The phrase emphasizes methodical progression rather than overview or summary.
- tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
- manualWritten instructions for use
- quick startSpeedy initial setup
- walkthroughSequential instructional guide
- recipeCooking preparation instructions
diagram · guidebook · assembly · numbered · checklist · flowchart · problem-solving · protocol · one step at a time · sequencing · first things first · handbook · reference guide · do it yourself · troubleshooting · infographic · repairing · blueprint
- adviceadvice, advise, tips, counsel, guidance
- manualsuser manual, manual, handbook, product manual, service manual
- job aidschecklists, cheat sheets, tip sheets, cue cards, procedures
- manual sectionsparts list, diagrams, troubleshooting, warranty info, specifications
- proceduresprocedure, surgery, procedures, process, autopsy
- technical manualsrepair manuals, service manual, service manuals, repair manual, installation manual
step-by-step instructionsimprovisation
Spontaneous, unplanned creation
winging it · trial and error · learning by doing · sink or swim · chaos
step-by-step instructionsintuition
Instinctive immediate understanding
instinct · gut feeling · tacit knowledge · natural ability · common sense
step-by-step instructionscreative leap
Sudden inventive breakthrough
flash of insight · eureka moment · going with the flow · lateral thinking · stream of consciousness