Standards

Standards define the expectations, rules, and quality baselines that ensure The Gated Scrolls remain consistent and professional.

These rules apply to all Frameworks, Playbooks, Guides, Templates, and Case Studies.

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1. Formatting Standards

To keep every document consistent:

• Use Markdown (.md) for all text files
• Start every document with a top-level # heading
• Use ## for major sections
• Keep paragraphs short (2–4 sentences)
• Use bullet points to break up long text
• Avoid unnecessary bold, italics, or styling

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2. Version Control Standards

Commit messages must follow simple rules:

• Create: for new documents
• Revise: for significant updates
• Fix: for small corrections or errors
• Remove: for deleted content

Examples:

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3. Quality Standards

All documents must:

• Be clear and concise
• Include purpose and usage when possible
• Avoid hype, fluff, or filler
• Provide actionable information
• Stay aligned with the library’s organizational structure

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More standards will be added as the system grows.