Author Question: Which of the following best describes the subject line for a document that will be read on a mobile ... (Read 46 times)

lunatika · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

Which of the following best describes the subject line for a document that will be read on a mobile device?

A) Unnecessary
B) Shorter
C) More detailed
D) Needed only when the audience isn't expecting the communication
E) Needed only if the audience does not know the sender

Question 2

Which of the following will not improve readability of a message on a mobile device?

A) Linear organization
B) Only including priority information
C) More detailed levels of information
D) Shorter subject lines
E) Shorter paragraphs

snackralk · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Mobile devices, particularly phones, can't display as many characters in a single line of text as the typical computer screen can. A good rule of thumb is to keep subject lines and headlines to around 25 characters.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Mobile users often lack the patience or opportunity to read lengthy messages or documents, so keep it short. In some cases, this could require you to write two documents, a shorter executive summary for mobile use and a longer supporting document that readers can access with their PCs if they want more details.