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Tools and manuals for writers and publishers
Tools and manuals for writers and publishers
Find information on every aspect of publishing information on the EU. The links below give access to glossaries, publishing guides, advice on how to structure texts, terminology for specific policy fields, reproducing EU logos, developing EU websites and more.
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- Guidance for writers
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A plain-language guide to EU terminology (Eurojargon)
Frequently used EU jargon and terms -
Glossary
Technical and legal EU terms explained -
How to write clearly
Tips from the Commission’s Translation Directorate General on how to structure texts, convey a message and connect with the reader -
Eurovoc
A multilingual thesaurus covering the fields in which the EU is active -
English Style Guide [550 KB]
- Guidance for publishers
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European Union publishers’ forum
Guidance for those wishing to re-use or translate EU publications -
Publications Office
The inter-institutional office tasked with publishing documents, brochures and books created by the EU institutions, agencies and other bodies -
EU logo
Download the EU logo and access information on the correct way to reproduce it -
EUROPA logo
How to use the EUROPA logo on your site -
Emblems of European Institutions and Bodies
Complete list of emblems and logos of the European Institutions and other Bodies - Guidance for EU institution staff and contractors
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Vade-mecum for multimedia
A reference tool and guide to good practice for personnel of the European institutions, contributors and contractors who wish to publish electronically -
The Information Providers’ Guide
Designed by the European Commission for everyone developing and publishing material on EU websites, including webmasters, editors, content providers, web developers and contractors. - Language and Terminology
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EU Languages and Language policy
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IATE Database –EU specific terminology
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Bio-society
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Codecision
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Enlargement
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Enterprise and Industry
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Environment
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European convention
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European employment and industrial relations (EMIRE)
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European judicial network in civil and commercial matters
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European maritime safety
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External trade
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Financial assistance in enlargement
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Information society
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Justice and home affairs
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Multilingual thesaurus covering the fields in which the EU is active (EUROVOC)
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Multimedia publishing Glossary
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Network and information security
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Public procurement common vocabulary
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Regional development
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Social protection & social inclusion
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Translation glossaries
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