detailhow
Detailhow is a term used to describe a structured approach to explaining how to perform a task by foregrounding explicit, step-by-step procedures and the rationale behind them. It seeks to convert tacit knowledge into actionable instructions that others can follow reliably.
Origin and usage: Detailhow is not a formally standardized methodology but a label employed in instructional
Core principles include deconstructing tasks into discrete steps, stating the purpose and conditions for each step,
Applications span education, software engineering, technical writing, user manuals, and policy analysis, wherever reliable replication of
Benefits and limitations: the approach enhances clarity, reproducibility, and transfer of knowledge, but can lead to
See also: procedural documentation, instructional design, technical writing.