Article: Ich parasites may not be very visible when they first start to form. But once they start to feed on the bodily fluids of your fish’s skin and fins, they will encyst themselves and show up as small flecks or white spots. It may look that your goldfish has been dusted with salt or sugar, but in fact, they are suffering from ich. If you don’t notice the ich treatment early, it may develop into large white patches on your fish’s scales and fins. This is a sign more ich parasites have attached to your goldfish. The goldfish ich will cause your goldfish to, well, itch! He may brush his body against objects in the tank or against the sides of the tank in an effort to stop the itch. Because your goldfish is under distress, he may not be getting enough oxygen in the tank. This will cause his gills to go into overdrive and lead to heavy and rapid movement of his gills as he tries to breath.
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Check for small white spots on your goldfish. Note if your goldfish is brushing against objects or the sides of the tank. Look at your goldfish’s gills.
Article: At the beginning of any how-to article, open with a brief introduction that lets the reader know what the article is about. Explain the process briefly and let the reader know about any important tools or equipment they’ll need for the task. Also, try to let the reader know why they might want to take on the steps, like getting a better sound if they tune their guitar.  Your introduction should only be about a paragraph long. If it’s any longer than that, the reader might lose interest before they get to the steps. For instance, if you're writing an article like How to Train Your Cat to Wear a Harness, your introduction might tell the reader the benefits of walking a cat on a harness, and encourage them that they'll have a better chance of success if they're patient and consistent. You might also indicate what materials are best for a cat harness. No matter how simple a step seems, it's important to include everything in your how-to. If you skip something because it seems obvious, and a reader doesn't know to do it, then they might end up missing something important from their project. For instance, in a recipe article, always tell the reader when they should preheat the oven. If your reader is following along with your how-to, you don't want to surprise them with something they should have already done. Make sure all of the steps are arranged in the order that your reader will need to complete them. For example, if you're describing how to paint furniture, you would tell the reader to prime the object, let the primer dry, then sand the primer, all before you tell the reader to start painting. If you tell the reader to start painting, then mention that they should have primed the piece first, the reader might have to sand down the piece and start over. Not every how-to will deal with a simple progression. If the process isn't made up of one step ordered after another, try organizing your steps according to what your reader should try first or what they'll need to do most often.  If you're writing a how-to on caring for damaged hair, for instance, your earlier steps could deal with conditioning your hair daily and washing your hair less often, followed by steps on using weekly deep conditioning treatments and protecting your hair from the sun, then finally less common options like visiting a salon for a keratin treatment. Tell the reader what to do in specific language, using action verbs like "Write," "Apply," "Cut," or "Mix." Try to explain each step as clearly and simply as possible. After all, the purpose of your article is to teach someone to do something they've never done before. Avoid using vague phrases for your step titles, like “Be prepared” or “Know what you want to do.” You want each reader to feel like the instructions apply to them specifically. With that in mind, each step should address the reader with words like “you” or “your.” However, avoid using first person words like “I,” “me,” or “our.” This will make your article easier to read, and it will make the reader feel more connected to your instructions.  For instance, in an article like How to Drive, you might say something like, “Check your mirrors before you start the car.” Then, in the wrap text for the step, you could detail how the reader can adjust the rearview and side mirrors in their car. In a baking article, you could say something like, "Stir the melted butter into your dry mixture." Avoid making assumptions about the reader’s gender. For instance, the reader of an article on how to apply mascara isn’t necessarily a female. Also, don’t assume your readers necessarily live in the same country as you. Remember to include both metric and imperial conversions for any measurements you include in your article. Long blocks of text can be intimidating for a reader, and they can sometimes skim over important information. To avoid this, break up long steps with substeps or bulleted lists. You can also use substeps to give the reader examples or to go into more detail about a subject. For instance, if you’re writing an article on How to Write a Thank You Note, your step might tell the reader to open with a direct acknowledgment of the gift you received. Your substep might then include scripting, such as: “Try saying something like, ‘Thank you so much for sending me flowers for my birthday!’”
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Open with an introduction that summarizes your article. Write one step for each action the user needs to take. Organize the steps in chronological order whenever possible. Follow a logical order if the process isn't chronological. Use clear, commanding language to describe your steps. Address the reader directly. Include substeps or bulleted lists to give the reader more information.
Article: Some homeowner’s associations have rules about what kinds of colors can be used to paint houses. If your neighborhood has a homeowner’s association, speak with a representative to find out if there are any restrictions you need to know about before you get started. Some historical homes have terne metal roofs, and these need to be painted with oil-based paint. Galvanized metal roofs are usually painted with acrylic-based paint. Find either oil-based or acrylic-based paint at your local home improvement store. To ensure that you know what kind of metal your roof is made out of and what kind of paint you should use, ask a professional roofer to inspect your home. Try to avoid making your roof the same color as the sides of your house. Instead, choose a neutral color that complements the sides, or a lighter color that gives an accent to your home. If your house is made of brick or stone, it is especially important to make sure your roof complements these materials, as their colors cannot be changed. You can find primers for metal at your local home improvement store. Ask an employee for help if you’re having trouble finding the kind you need.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Check with your homeowner’s association for any painting regulations. Choose a paint that’s right for your metal roof. Choose a color that goes with the rest of your house. Purchase a primer designed for metal roofs.