From b73282bb55ff512e39c32ba7d0290a8492ce25d9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: SusanQuigley Date: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 16:16:57 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update 'translate/file-formats/02.md' --- translate/file-formats/02.md | 6 +++--- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/translate/file-formats/02.md b/translate/file-formats/02.md index e73dd06..3ccd3a8 100644 --- a/translate/file-formats/02.md +++ b/translate/file-formats/02.md @@ -16,6 +16,8 @@ USFM is a type of markup language that tells a computer program how to format th When a computer program that can read USFM sees this, it formats all of the chapter markers the same way (for instance, with a larger number) and all the verse numbers the same way (for instance, with a small superscript number). +*Note: Making text bold, italic, or underlined in a word processor does not make it bold, italic, or underlined in a markup language. This type of formatting must be done by writing the designated symbols.* + **Bible translations need the USFM markers in order for Wycliffe Associates to make them accessible!** #### How To Do a Bible Translation in USFM @@ -30,10 +32,8 @@ Though it is strongly encouraged to only do a translation using USFM markers, so The easiest way to get content marked up with USFM is by using an editor that is specifically designed to do that. If a word processor or a text editor is used, these markers must be manually entered. -*Note: Making text bold, italic, or underlined in a word processor does not make it bold, italic, or underlined in a markup language. This type of formatting must be done by writing the designated symbols.* - When contemplating which software to use, please keep in mind that translation is not just about words; there are many technical aspects that need to be taken into consideration. Whatever software is used, just remember that Bible translations need to be written using USFM markers. -To see more USFM markers, please read [USFM Markers]. +To see some common USFM markers, please read [USFM Markers]. To read more about USFM notation, please read http://paratext.org/about/usfm . \ No newline at end of file