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Peer reviewedHorton, William – Technical Communication: Journal of the Society for Technical Communication, 1993
Discusses the problem of using graphics in international documents, since graphics are not universal unless expressly designed as such. Discusses how to plan international graphics, pitfalls to avoid, wordless instructions, and text. Offers a checklist for cultural and national differences. (SR)
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Graphic Arts, International Communication, Technical Writing
