Gerund

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The gerund is the -ing form of a verb. For example, "entering" is the gerund form of the verb to enter.

Many style guides recommend using the gerund in the title of user instructions (although the imperative form of the verb would be used for individual steps within the instructions).

Example

Avoid Use Instead
Change the printer cartridge Changing the printer cartridge
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