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ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs)

Raffy: /* Drafting your 1st deliverable */

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Drafting your 1st deliverable

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	When new Rapporteurs start working on a draft for ETSI for the first time, it is recommended to read this guide or view the [https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/Guides/ETSI_Rapporteurs_guide.mp4 video presentation].		When new Rapporteurs start working on a draft for ETSI for the first time, it is recommended to read this guide or view the [https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/Guides/ETSI_Rapporteurs_guide.mp4 video presentation].
	==Drafting your 1<sup>st</sup> deliverable==		==Drafting your 1<sup>st</sup> deliverable==
	For a 1<sup>st</sup> ETSI Deliverable, it is recommended to read the booklet called Writing World Class Standards available [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/#p=1 ~~here~~].		For a 1<sup>st</sup> ETSI Deliverable, it is recommended to read the booklet called Writing World Class Standards available [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/#p=1 on this webpage].

	This booklet starts with the basics for Rapporteurs who are new to standardization or new to ETSI.		This booklet starts with the basics for Rapporteurs who are new to standardization or new to ETSI.

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	This booklet starts with the basics for Rapporteurs who are new to standardization or new to ETSI.		This booklet starts with the basics for Rapporteurs who are new to standardization or new to ETSI.

	Guidance follows on how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/ choose the right type of standard], how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/ structure a standard] and draft it, how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/ express the technical requirements] and finally how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/ validate, test and maintain] a standard.		Guidance follows on how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/#p=8 choose the right type of standard], how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/#p=14 structure a standard] and draft it, how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/#p=22 express the technical requirements] and finally how to [https://www.etsi.org/e-brochure/WritingWorldClassStandards/mobile/#p=29 validate, test and maintain] a standard.
	==Start drafting a revision==		==Start drafting a revision==
	If it's not a 1<sup>st</sup> publication but a revision of an already published ETSI Deliverable to be produced, it is essential to start working on '''the latest published version'''. In case it is not sure the version you have is the latest version, it is necessary to search in the right place for the proper version.[[File:Figure_1_Rap_guide.jpg\|frame\|center\|link=https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=File:Figure_1_Rap_guide.jpg]][[File:Figure_2_Rap_guide.jpg\|frame\|center\|link=https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=File:Figure_2_Rap_guide.jpg]]		If it's not a 1<sup>st</sup> publication but a revision of an already published ETSI Deliverable to be produced, it is essential to start working on '''the latest published version'''. In case it is not sure the version you have is the latest version, it is necessary to search in the right place for the proper version.[[File:Figure_1_Rap_guide.jpg\|frame\|center\|link=https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=File:Figure_1_Rap_guide.jpg]][[File:Figure_2_Rap_guide.jpg\|frame\|center\|link=https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=File:Figure_2_Rap_guide.jpg]]

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editHelp! website

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	== '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp editHelp]'''''! website ==		== '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp editHelp]'''''! website ==
	To know more about '''''editHelp!''''' services, please watch the video tour of the '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction editHelp]'''''~~[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction~~ ! website].		To know more about '''''editHelp!''''' services, please watch the video tour of the '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction editHelp]'''''! website.

	== All the links provided in this presentation are listed below ==		== All the links provided in this presentation are listed below ==

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editHelp! website

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	If the answer cannot be found, it is recommended to contact '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Contact-Us editHelp!]'''.''		If the answer cannot be found, it is recommended to contact '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Contact-Us editHelp!]'''.''

	== '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp editHelp]'''''~~[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp~~ ! website] ==		== '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp editHelp]'''''! website ==
	To know more about '''''editHelp!''''' services, please watch the video tour of the '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction editHelp]'''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction ! website].		To know more about '''''editHelp!''''' services, please watch the video tour of the '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction editHelp]'''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction ! website].

Raffy: /* The use of gender-inclusive language guide */

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The use of gender-inclusive language guide

Raffy: /* Set of rules */

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Set of rules

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	It is possible to find all verbal forms for the expression of provisions which are explicitly specified in the EDRs (see clause 3). Depending on the nature of the ETSI Deliverable being drafted – some provisions are not permitted.		It is possible to find all verbal forms for the expression of provisions which are explicitly specified in the EDRs (see clause 3). Depending on the nature of the ETSI Deliverable being drafted – some provisions are not permitted.

	Reproduction of third-party material is allowed only under very strict conditions in ETSI Deliverables, and this is the same with the use of tradenames and trademarks. Some communiqués have been produced to provide more guidance regarding these sensitive topics. All are available by clicking on https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/ETSI-Drafting-News.		Reproduction of third-party material is allowed only under very strict conditions in ETSI Deliverables, and this is the same with the use of tradenames and trademarks. Some communiqués have been produced to provide more guidance regarding these sensitive topics. All are available by clicking [https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/ETSI-Drafting-News here].

	== The use of gender-inclusive language guide ==		== The use of gender-inclusive language guide ==

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ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs)

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	== ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs) ==		== ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs) ==
	In order to draft an ETSI Deliverable, please refer to the ETSI Drafting Rules document - commonly named "EDRs", which is available at https://docbox.etsi.org/Board/ETSI_Directives.		In order to draft an ETSI Deliverable, please refer to the ETSI Drafting Rules document - commonly named "EDRs", which is available [https://docbox.etsi.org/Board/ETSI_Directives here].

	Every year, the ETSI Secretariat studies the necessity to review these rules.		Every year, the ETSI Secretariat studies the necessity to review these rules.

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ETSI videos

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	All the information is summed up in this document to facilitate the drafting from an editing point of view.		All the information is summed up in this document to facilitate the drafting from an editing point of view.
	==ETSI videos==		==ETSI videos==
	[[File:Figure_5_Rap_guide.jpg\|frame\|center\|link=https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=File:Figure_5_Rap_guide.jpg]]For a better understanding and a simplified use of the ETSI styles, it is suggested to watch these videos available at https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Standards-development/Drafting/Styles-toolbar.		[[File:Figure_5_Rap_guide.jpg\|frame\|center\|link=https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=File:Figure_5_Rap_guide.jpg]]For a better understanding and a simplified use of the ETSI styles, it is suggested to watch these videos available [https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Standards-development/Drafting/Styles-toolbar here].

	== ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs) ==		== ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs) ==

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ETSI skeletons

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	If not, there is a risk that this could delay the timeline of the work schedule. The name of the Rapporteur should always be provided. Please access personal details by clicking [https://portal.etsi.org/webapp/teldir/PersonalInfo.asp here] where it is possible to update if needed. If difficulties are experienced when updating these details, just inform the ETSI Secretariat that corrections are needed and the Technical Officer or the Standardization Support Professional or '''''editHelp!''''' can update the information.		If not, there is a risk that this could delay the timeline of the work schedule. The name of the Rapporteur should always be provided. Please access personal details by clicking [https://portal.etsi.org/webapp/teldir/PersonalInfo.asp here] where it is possible to update if needed. If difficulties are experienced when updating these details, just inform the ETSI Secretariat that corrections are needed and the Technical Officer or the Standardization Support Professional or '''''editHelp!''''' can update the information.
	==ETSI skeletons==		==ETSI skeletons==
	If a new ETSI Deliverable is to be drafted, the best way to start is to download the proper skeleton. These can be downloaded from ~~this page:~~ https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Standards-development/Drafting/Skeletons.		If a new ETSI Deliverable is to be drafted, the best way to start is to download the proper skeleton. These can be downloaded from [https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Standards-development/Drafting/Skeletons this page].
	[[File:TS skeleton.Word.jpg\|center\|frame]]		[[File:TS skeleton.Word.jpg\|center\|frame]]

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	== ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs) ==		== ETSI Drafting Rules (EDRs) ==
	In order to draft an ETSI Deliverable, please refer to the ETSI Drafting Rules document - commonly named "EDRs", which is available [https://docbox.etsi.org/Board/ETSI_Directives ~~here~~].		In order to draft an ETSI Deliverable, please refer to the ETSI Drafting Rules document - commonly named "EDRs", which is available [https://docbox.etsi.org/Board/ETSI_Directives on this webpage].

	Every year, the ETSI Secretariat studies the necessity to review these rules.		Every year, the ETSI Secretariat studies the necessity to review these rules.
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	It is possible to find all verbal forms for the expression of provisions which are explicitly specified in the EDRs (see clause 3). Depending on the nature of the ETSI Deliverable being drafted – some provisions are not permitted.		It is possible to find all verbal forms for the expression of provisions which are explicitly specified in the EDRs (see clause 3). Depending on the nature of the ETSI Deliverable being drafted – some provisions are not permitted.

	Reproduction of third-party material is allowed only under very strict conditions in ETSI Deliverables, and this is the same with the use of tradenames and trademarks. Some communiqués have been produced to provide more guidance regarding these sensitive topics. All are available ~~by clicking~~ [https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/ETSI-Drafting-News ~~here~~].		Reproduction of third-party material is allowed only under very strict conditions in ETSI Deliverables, and this is the same with the use of tradenames and trademarks. Some communiqués have been produced to provide more guidance regarding these sensitive topics. All are available on this [https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/ETSI-Drafting-News webpage].

	== The use of gender-inclusive language guide ==		== The use of gender-inclusive language guide ==
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	This depends on the type of ETSI Deliverable being produced. For example, the process is different if it is a GS or an EN.		This depends on the type of ETSI Deliverable being produced. For example, the process is different if it is a GS or an EN.

	All the details are available ~~by clicking~~ [https://ocgwiki.etsi.org/index.php?title=ETSI_Standards_Making_Process_Guide ~~here~~].		All the details are available on this [https://ocgwiki.etsi.org/index.php?title=ETSI_Standards_Making_Process_Guide webpage].

	== Making a contribution on the ETSI Portal ==		== Making a contribution on the ETSI Portal ==
	Information on how to use the Contribution tool on the ETSI Portal, can be found ~~by clicking~~ [https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=Contributions_application ~~here~~].		Information on how to use the Contribution tool on the ETSI Portal, can be found on this [https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=Contributions_application webpage].

	== Clean-up service ==		== Clean-up service ==

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	"Using gender-inclusive language means speaking and writing in a way that does not discriminate against a particular sex, social gender or gender identity, and does not perpetuate gender stereotypes. Given the key role of language in shaping cultural and social attitudes, using gender-inclusive language is a powerful way to promote gender equality and eradicate gender bias".		"Using gender-inclusive language means speaking and writing in a way that does not discriminate against a particular sex, social gender or gender identity, and does not perpetuate gender stereotypes. Given the key role of language in shaping cultural and social attitudes, using gender-inclusive language is a powerful way to promote gender equality and eradicate gender bias".

	https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/Guides/Use_gender_inclusive_language.pdf		[https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/Guides/Use_gender_inclusive_language.pdf Use of gender inclusive language guide]

	== Standards’ production time ==		== Standards’ production time ==
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	This depends on the type of ETSI Deliverable being produced. For example, the process is different if it is a GS or an EN.		This depends on the type of ETSI Deliverable being produced. For example, the process is different if it is a GS or an EN.

	All the details are available by clicking ~~here:~~ https://ocgwiki.etsi.org/index.php?title=ETSI_Standards_Making_Process_Guide.		All the details are available by clicking [https://ocgwiki.etsi.org/index.php?title=ETSI_Standards_Making_Process_Guide here].

	== Making a contribution on the ETSI Portal ==		== Making a contribution on the ETSI Portal ==
	Information on how to use the Contribution tool on the ETSI Portal, can be found by clicking ~~here:~~ https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=Contributions_application.		Information on how to use the Contribution tool on the ETSI Portal, can be found by clicking [https://help.etsi.org/index.php?title=Contributions_application here].

	== Clean-up service ==		== Clean-up service ==
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	This service is dedicated to prevent any misunderstanding and thus helps raise all blocking issues and offers practical solutions before the approval of the draft.		This service is dedicated to prevent any misunderstanding and thus helps raise all blocking issues and offers practical solutions before the approval of the draft.

	All the details are available on the communiqué available at https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/News_from_editHelp/ETSI_clean-up_service.pdf.		All the details are available on the communiqué available [https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/News_from_editHelp/ETSI_clean-up_service.pdf here].

	== Editing checklist ==		== Editing checklist ==
	An editing checklist is available at https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/ETSI_editing_checklist.pdf.		An editing checklist is available [https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/ETSI_editing_checklist.pdf here].

	It is recommended to compare the items presented on the list with the content of the ETSI Deliverable to make sure that it is compliant with the EDRs. If doubts subsist, please contact the ETSI Secretariat (either the Technical Officer, the Support Standardization Professional or '''''editHelp!''''') for support and to help solve these issues.		It is recommended to compare the items presented on the list with the content of the ETSI Deliverable to make sure that it is compliant with the EDRs. If doubts subsist, please contact the ETSI Secretariat (either the Technical Officer, the Support Standardization Professional or '''''editHelp!''''') for support and to help solve these issues.
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	A document has been produced which lists the most frequent issues encountered by '''''editHelp!''''' that block the publication of an ETSI Deliverable if not properly addressed beforehand.		A document has been produced which lists the most frequent issues encountered by '''''editHelp!''''' that block the publication of an ETSI Deliverable if not properly addressed beforehand.

	This document can found by clicking ~~on the following link:~~ https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/News_from_editHelp/editHelp_10_most_asked_editing_questions.pdf.		This document can found by clicking [https://portal.etsi.org/Portals/0/TBpages/edithelp/Docs/News_from_editHelp/editHelp_10_most_asked_editing_questions.pdf here].

	== FAQ ==		== FAQ ==
	If looking for an answer to a specific question, please consult the FAQ, by clicking on https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/To-help-you-in-your-work/FAQs.		If looking for an answer to a specific question, please consult the FAQ, by clicking [https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/To-help-you-in-your-work/FAQs here].

	If the answer cannot be found, it is recommended to contact '''''~~editHelp!''''' directly (~~https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Contact-Us~~<nowiki/>)~~''.''		If the answer cannot be found, it is recommended to contact '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/Contact-Us editHelp!]'''.''

	== '''''editHelp'''''~~! website~~ https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp ==		== '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp editHelp]'''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp ! website] ==
	To know more about '''''editHelp!''''' services, please watch the video tour of the '''''editHelp!''''' ~~website at~~ https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction.		To know more about '''''editHelp!''''' services, please watch the video tour of the '''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction editHelp]'''''[https://portal.etsi.org/Services/editHelp/How-to-start/editHelp-introduction ! website].

	== All the links provided in this presentation are listed below ==		== All the links provided in this presentation are listed below ==