> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.deepwriter.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.deepwriter.com/tips-tricks-and-hacks/prompt-elements/formatting-options.md).
# Formatting options
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Request specific layout features, visual styles, or structural elements. This helps you create publication-ready documents or ones that adhere to brand guidelines.
> "Structure the document as a two-column article with headings and subheadings. Use a modern, sans-serif font."
This ensures the document aligns with a professional standard or a specific design requirement, saving you time on manual formatting.
{% hint style="info" %}
**Pro tip:** When requesting complex formatting, consider describing it in plain language first, then adding technical terms as supplementary guidance. This ensures DeepWriter understands your intent even if it misinterprets a specific command.
{% endhint %}
You can even influence the *style and reading experience* through formatting. For instance, bullet points and short paragraphs suggest a clear, executive-style brief. Meanwhile, longer blocks of text and footnotes signal a more scholarly or research-oriented approach.
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