Publish work digitally

Publishing your writing digitally means sharing it with an audience through electronic formats — a family blog, a shared document, an e-portfolio, or a supervised website. Digital writing follows all the same rules as printed writing, but adds new considerations: formatting choices, online safety, and how text appears on a screen.

Digital Formatting Choices

• Font — choose a readable font like Arial or Times New Roman; avoid decorative fonts for body text.
• Font size — 11–12pt for body text; 14–16pt for headings.
• Line spacing — use 1.5 or double spacing for easier reading on screen.
• Headings — use bold headings (H1, H2) to organize sections and guide readers.
• Alignment — left-align body text; center headings only when appropriate.

What Changes When Writing for a Digital Audience?

• Readers scan screens rather than reading word by word — use short paragraphs and bullet points.
• Hyperlinks can connect to further information — label them clearly.
• Images and media can support your text — include captions for all images.
• Your writing may be read on phones, tablets, or computers — keep text concise.

Online Safety When Publishing

1. Never include your full name, address, phone number, birthday, town name, or a photo of yourself in public posts.
2. Get permission before including photos of friends or other people.
3. Publish only with a grown-up's OK, on a site they have approved.
4. Think before you post — once something is online, it can be difficult to remove.
5. Cite any sources, images, or quotes you use in your work.