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title: "Quarto Documentation - Editor Manual"
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title: "Writing Techncial Documentation for CLMS"
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subtitle: "Editor Manual"
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author: "European Environment Agency (EEA)"
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version: "0.3"
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date: "2025-04-05"
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This manual will guide you step by step through creating documentation using [**Quarto**](https://quarto.org/). Quarto is a tool that helps you write simple text using **Markdown** (a plain text format) and turn it into professional-looking documents, such as **HTML** pages or **PDF** files.
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You don't need to be a programmer or an expert to use Quarto. If you've ever written a document in Microsoft Word, you'll be able to use Quarto with a bit of practice.
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This manual is for people who work with documentation --- especially in teams --- and need a simple, clear, and repeatable way to create it. We will cover everything from basic Markdown writing to rendering your final documents.
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We'll also explain the structure of your project, how to use ready-made templates, and how to avoid common mistakes.
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This manual guides users through creating technical documentation for the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service using [**Quarto**](https://quarto.org/). Quarto simplifies the process of writing professional documents in **Markdown**, converting them into **HTML** and **PDF** for nice publishing. The manual covers basic Markdown writing, document rendering, as well a the review, and publication process of technical CLMS documents. It also describes the project folder structure, template usage, and common mistakes to avoid.\
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*You don't need to be a programmer nor an expert to use Quarto. If you've ever written a document in Microsoft Word, you'll be able to use Quarto with a bit of practice.*
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# Folder and File Structure
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<!--# Document projects are typically located inside an IT project, but can exist also on their own...(something like this, just mentioning it) -->
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In this section, we explain how the documentation project is organized and where you should put your files. This structure helps keep everything clean, consistent, and easy to work with --- especially when multiple people are involved.
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Below is a typical folder layout for the project:
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Below is a typical folder layout for the project:<!--# instead of my-doc.qmd use CLMS_my-product_ATBD.qmd we should rename the templates to better fit the probable naming convention CLMS_template_ATBD.qmd and CLMS_template_PUM.qmd (I wil,share the naming convention file with you soon-->
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Markdown is a simple way to format text using plain characters --- no need for complicated tools or buttons. Quarto uses Markdown to let you write clean, readable documents that can be turned into HTML or PDF automatically.
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This section shows the most useful Markdown elements you'll need when writing documentation. If you want to explore more, visit the official Quarto Markdown guide at <https://quarto.org/docs/authoring/markdown-basics.html>
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This section shows the most useful Markdown elements you'll need when writing documentation. If you want to explore more, visit the official [Quarto Markdown guide](https://quarto.org/docs/authoring/markdown-basics.html).
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## Headings
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## Render to HTML
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<!--# there is also "Render webside" under build on the top right side. if that is relevant here add a screenshot and clarify the difference between the two --> HTML is the default output format and is useful for previewing your document in a web browser while you work. Rendered HTML uses the custom Technical Library theme and includes a table of contents, clickable navigation, and consistent styles. It's a great way to check formatting, layout, and images as you write.
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HTML is the default output format and is useful for previewing your document in a web browser while you work. Rendered HTML uses the custom Technical Library theme and includes a table of contents, clickable navigation, and consistent styles. It's a great way to check formatting, layout, and images as you write.
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