claude-code-skills-reference/deep-research/references/formatting_rules.md

Formatting Rules

Use these rules to enforce strict report formatting.

Headings

• Use H2 for top-level sections
• Use H3 for subsections
• Keep heading titles consistent with the report spec

Section Order

• Follow the report spec order exactly
• Do not add or remove sections without approval

Bullets and Tables

• Use bullets for lists of findings and actions
• Use tables for comparisons, metrics, or timelines
• Keep tables compact and label all columns

Citations

• Use the citation style defined in the report spec
• Place citations immediately after the claim
• If a claim has multiple sources, list all relevant sources

Terminology

• Define key terms once and reuse consistently
• Preserve technical terms in English

Formatting Hygiene

• Avoid mixed numbering styles in the same section
• Avoid inline URLs in prose unless the spec requires it
• Do not embed new assets unless requested