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==Formatting Your Sims==
==Formatting Your Sims==
* An example of good form: [http://sims.starbase118.net/posts/1845228?sid=54d8216af1bf4&p=19]
* An example of good form: [http://sims.starbase118.net/posts/1845228?sid=54d8216af1bf4&p=19]
* The sim format corresponds with that used in the academy and detailed in Tutorial #1 [http://www.starbase118.net/cadets/training-area/where-do-i-go-from-here/].  
* The sim format corresponds with that used in the academy and detailed in Tutorial #1 [http://www.starbase118.net/cadets/training-area/where-do-i-go-from-here/].
* Additionally, all sims should be written with good grammar and spelling.  A quick run through a spell and grammar checking program can turn a good sim into a great one.
 
===Subject Lines===
===Subject Lines===
Subject lines should only consist of the character's rank, name, and sim title.  If the character does not have a rank, it can be excluded.  For example:
Subject lines should only consist of the character's rank, name, and sim title.  If the character does not have a rank, it can be excluded.  For example:
Line 140: Line 142:
* For example, a line length of 70 characters tends to be easiest to read using the following web program [http://www.formatit.com/].
* For example, a line length of 70 characters tends to be easiest to read using the following web program [http://www.formatit.com/].
* Also, removing formatting from sims is necessary.  Most email clients have the capability to remove formatting, or you can also use the same program in the previous bullet.
* Also, removing formatting from sims is necessary.  Most email clients have the capability to remove formatting, or you can also use the same program in the previous bullet.
====NOTES====
For personal notes.  Should the NPC tag be mandatory?
* Pros: Helps History team,
* Cons: Clutters subject line
* Possible solution: Requirement in signature line?
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