Lists are a great way of making a series of events easy to read. Keep a consistent structure when writing vertical lists. If the list becomes too long then use a table.

Only use numbered lists if describing steps.
Use a separate numbered entry for each step, although small steps that take place within the same part of the UI can go together.
Most of the time, include actions that finalize a step, such as OK or Apply buttons.
Use complete sentences.
Use imperative verb forms.
Limit a procedure to 10 steps when possible.

If all list elements are short phrases (three words or fewer), don’t end them with periods, even if they form a complete sentence together with the list introduction.

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