Create a clean-looking chart. Algorithm Guidelines Produce a draft of the algorithm. Try to get a complete algorithm on one page for one task. Try to minimize eye movements of the performer. The longer the eye has to travel along a line, the more chances there are for getting lost.
Consistency Use consistent terminology for a given idea or thing.
Use consistent language forms for parallel ideas. Simplicity Use positive statements. Use active statements. Omit needless words. Use short statements.