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ibm-sg-punctuation

Review documentation for IBM Style Guide punctuation rule adherence.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#editing#grammar#style guide#punctuation#ibm
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npx skills add https://github.com/redhat-documentation/redhat-docs-agent-tools --skill ibm-sg-punctuation
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Skill: ibm-sg-punctuation
Source: https://github.com/redhat-documentation/redhat-docs-agent-tools/tree/main/plugins/docs-tools/skills/ibm-sg-punctuation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/redhat-documentation/redhat-docs-agent-tools --skill ibm-sg-punctuation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures documentation adheres to the IBM Style Guide's specific rules for punctuation, improving clarity and consistency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Punctuation Review: Checks for correct usage of colons, commas, dashes, hyphens, ellipses, exclamation points, parentheses, periods, quotation marks, semicolons, and slashes.
  • Style Guide Adherence: Helps maintain a professional and consistent writing style across documentation.
  • Use Case: When reviewing a new article, use this skill to automatically flag any punctuation errors according to the IBM Style Guide.

Quick Start

Review the attached document for IBM Style Guide punctuation errors.

Frequently Asked Questions about ibm-sg-punctuation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I check documentation for IBM Style Guide punctuation errors?▼

To check documentation for IBM Style Guide punctuation errors, review the attached document to flag incorrect usage of colons, commas, dashes, hyphens, quotation marks, and list punctuation for improved clarity and consistency.

What is the correct usage of dashes and hyphens in IBM documentation?▼

Correct usage of dashes and hyphens in IBM documentation requires validating em dashes, en dashes, and hyphens against IBM Style Guide rules to ensure consistent and professional technical writing.

How do I enforce serial comma consistency in technical writing?▼

Enforce serial comma consistency in technical writing by scoping a review to specific punctuation types and validating list punctuation against IBM Style Guide style guidelines.

Does this punctuation review support all standard punctuation marks?▼

Yes, this punctuation review supports standard marks including colons, commas, dashes, hyphens, ellipses, exclamation points, parentheses, periods, quotation marks, semicolons, and slashes.

What is the best way to maintain style guide adherence for IBM documentation?▼

The best way to maintain style guide adherence for IBM documentation is to automatically review text for specific punctuation rules, ensuring consistent professional writing across all technical articles.

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