Käyttöviite

Käyttöviite is a Finnish term used to denote a reference that indicates how something should be used or interpreted. The term combines käyttö (use, usage) and viite (reference, pointer). Its exact meaning depends on context, but common uses include various forms of guidance or cross-referencing.

In manuals and product documentation, a käyttöviite directs the reader to the section that describes intended use, safety considerations, and operating instructions. In metadata and data standards, it can function as a usage reference field that constrains or explains how a data item may be used, processed, or interpreted. In linguistic resources, it can refer to usage notes or examples that illustrate typical or accepted use of a term or phrase. In bibliographic and editorial workflows, käyttöviite may denote a cross-reference that shows where a source is cited or how it is applied within the text.

Benefits of using a käyttöviite include improved clarity, compliance, and correct interpretation, reducing ambiguity when multiple meanings or procedures exist. Limitations include that the term is not a standardized label across all fields; its precise format and location vary by system, language variant, and organization. When implementing or documenting a käyttöviite, it is helpful to specify the scope, format, and retrieval method for users.

See also: reference (viite), citation, käyttöohje, metadata, data governance.