An introduction to text processing is intended for computer science students with a background in computer terminology and programming. The author discusses various aspects of the way a computer handles a particular document or text and how computer scientists can make the computer more efficient and user-friendly. The design of computer software is discussed from the standpoint of the programmer and of the user in both natural and programming languages.

Designing usable texts contains a wealth of information and advice for document preparation. The book covers theoretical and practical aspects of writing, editing, and evaluating a document and also includes information concerning the use of graphics in text design.