Action Alerts

The following alerts are used to advise and counsel that special actions should be taken.

Tip

Indicates highlights, suggestions, or helpful hints.

Note

Indicates a note containing special instructions or information that may apply only in special cases.

Important

Indicates an emphasized note. It provides information that you should be particularly aware of in order to complete a task and that should not be disregarded. This alert is typically used to prevent loss of data.

Caution

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to data or equipment. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

Warning

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in physical harm to the user.