Re: Contractions: good or not?

Some details of where contractions can cause issues for readability (not screen reader related)

https://readabilityguidelines.co.uk/grammar-points/contractions/


> On 19 Oct 2021, at 08:40, Niklas Pivic <niklas.pivic@tink.com> wrote:
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> Hi!
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> I've recently discussed using contractions in technical writing, mainly for user interfaces.
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> There's science that supports increased readability when contractions are used: https://twitter.com/FriendlyAshley/status/1450180256694951945
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> Is there anything pointing to the opposite?
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> Most technical-writing style guides say contractions should be used, especially when writing in a friendly voice.
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> Modern screen-reading software must surely have no problems with contractions?
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> Please let me know if there is any science out there that says contraction shouldn't be used for accessibility purposes.
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> Thank you!
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> Best regards,
> Niklas