Page Archetypes

Most content fits better when you pick a “shape” and stick to it. These archetypes keep pages consistent and easy to scan.

Overview

Use for: defining a topic and pointing outward.

• Start with a short summary.
• Add key points and constraints.
• Link to deeper pages.

How-to

Use for: tasks and repeatable workflows.

• Prerequisites
• Steps
• Examples
• Troubleshooting/pitfalls

Reference

Use for: lists, tables, fields, and canonical details.

• Keep it structured.
• Minimize prose.
• Prefer tables where possible.

Checklist

Use for: quality gates and “did we remember to…”.

Glossary

Use for: short definitions and synonyms.

See also

• Linking & Navigation
• Metadata: Categories & Tags