Quick Start Guide Template (MS Word)

Use the following Quick Start Guide template to help customers set up your product when they first start using it. 

 

Quick Start Guide Writing Guidelines

  • Use a simple page layout that includes a call to action.
  • Use one page per major task.
  • Number the mandatory tasks that need to be done in order.
  • Use bold numbers that clearly stand out.
  • Use user-friendly terminology.
  • Avoid using different names for the same thing.
  • Provide examples
  • Use pictures or illustrations in the guide.

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This template is part of the Technical Writing template pack.

Contents of Technical Writing Template Pack

This Technical Writing template pack includes the following documents.

  1. Audience Analysis – 30 pages
  2. Data Sheet – 2 pages
  3. Documentation Plan – 7 pages
  4. Error Message Guide – 14 pages
  5. Fact Sheet – 2 pages
  6. FAQ Template – 17 pages
  7. Installation Plan – 22 pages
  8. Product Document Plan – 14 pages
  9. Quick Start Guide – 14 pages
  10. ReadMe Template – 2 pages
  11. Release Notes – 17 pages
  12. Setup Guide – 29 pages
  13. Sys Admin Guide – 35 pages
  14. Troubleshooting Guide – 12 pages
  15. User Guide – 16 pages