How to Write a Technical Report: Structure, Style and Examples

A technical report must be clear, accurate and easy to use. If you are wondering how to write a technical report that readers will actually follow, begin with a proven structure.

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Standard structure

  1. Title page and document control details
  2. Executive summary
  3. Introduction and objectives
  4. Method or approach
  5. Results and analysis
  6. Discussion
  7. Conclusions and recommendations
  8. References and appendices

Write the summary last

Although it appears first, the summary is easiest to write once the report is finished. Include the purpose, main findings and recommendations in a page or less.

Use plain, precise language

  • Prefer short sentences
  • Define abbreviations on first use
  • Always give units
  • Avoid vague words such as 'good' or 'many' when you have numbers

Present data clearly

Number every figure and table, add a caption, and refer to each in the text. Make sure graph axes are labelled and legible.

Review before release

Check calculations, spelling, numbering, cross-references and consistent formatting. If possible, have a colleague read it with fresh eyes.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Burying the main finding at the end
  • Missing units and unclear figures
  • Writing the summary first and never updating it
  • Not proofreading calculations and cross-references

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should a technical report be?

As long as needed and no longer. A short, clear report is better than a padded one, but follow any client or institutional guidance.

What belongs in the executive summary?

The purpose, main findings and recommendations, in about a page or less.

Should I put detailed calculations in the main text?

Usually in an appendix, with the key results and assumptions in the main body.

Conclusion

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