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manual vs handbook

Both 'manual' and 'handbook' are correct terms, but they are used in different contexts. 'Manual' refers to a book or document giving information or instructions, while 'handbook' specifically refers to a book giving information or instructions on a particular subject.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 757 views

manual

The term 'manual' is correct and commonly used to refer to a book or document providing information or instructions.

You can use 'manual' to refer to a book or document that gives detailed information or instructions on how to use or operate something.

Examples:

I need to read the manual before assembling the furniture.
The manual for this software is very helpful.
The car manual provides instructions on maintenance.
Please consult the manual for troubleshooting tips.
The safety manual outlines the procedures in case of emergencies.

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I guess someone read the army field manual On interrogation.
Disable autopilot and maintain manual control.
I want manual confirmation before activating any system that comprehensive.
Non standard key size, manual repair required.
Non standard keyslots alignment, manual repair required.
See the dedicated Apply Texture manual for more information.
See the dedicated Find Duplicate Images manual for more information.
See the dedicated RAW Converter manual for more information.
This link opens the'logger 'command manual.
Show the manual proxy configuration dialog.
Select between manual or automatic fan speed setting.
This manual documents functionality from the menubar.
This manual describes version 2.18 of Image Viewer.
User manual for Eye of GNOME Image Viewer.
This manual describes version 2.8 of Configuration Editor.
Emission analysers with automatic or manual range switching are permitted.
Yes, I read the manual.
His hands suggest manual work - ingrained dirt.
Let's see how well you've read That interrogation manual.
I wish I was back home studying the operational manual, Bones.

Alternatives:

guidebook
instruction manual
user manual
operating manual
reference manual

handbook

The term 'handbook' is correct and commonly used to refer to a book giving information or instructions on a particular subject.

You can use 'handbook' to refer to a book that provides information or instructions on a specific subject, often used as a reference guide.

Examples:

The employee handbook contains company policies.
The student handbook outlines the rules and regulations.
The handbook of physics is a comprehensive guide to the subject.
She always carries a handbook of bird species in her backpack.
The handbook for new parents offers helpful tips and advice.

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That handbook ignores everything that makes our species special.
A handbook on funding opportunities will also be published.
Straight out of the arsonist's handbook.
Well, they never gave me a peek at the employee handbook.
Unfortunately, we do not yet have the promised handbook about that.
Shows the predefined math functions in the handbook.
Open this handbook in the KHelpCenter.
Competent authorities should use the handbook.
According to the handbook, you'd get another 10% off.
No, I read the handbook.
Nobody gave me a handbook when I got married, Count.
You broke every rule in the Army handbook except one.
It's a virtual handbook from Samar to his recruits.
It's page twoof the counselling handbook.
I should write a handbook on how to move the masses.
The CIA code of conduct handbook.
And this is a first aid handbook.
That's not in the employee handbook.
It's like the gangster's handbook.
Rule number one in the stalking victims' handbook.

Alternatives:

guidebook
reference book
manual
compendium
guide

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