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TagsSpecsIntact relies on tags to control content, and formatting, automate processes, and generate reports. These special markers, like <SEC> and </SEC>, define elements and attributes within the specifications. Some tags, like <Page />, function independently. In essence, tags are the building blocks of SpecsIntact documents: <RID>  </RID>
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This tag is used to identify a Reference Identifier; Acronym and ID.  Text surrounded by RID tags appears light magenta when viewing colors.
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Illustration SI Editor's Tagsbar RID buttonTagsbar button, menu Insert > Tags or F4
Rules: Can only contain text and no more than 30 characters A Reference Identifier must be surrounded by a Reference tag within the Reference ArticleAn Article within Part 1 that contains a list of the Publishing Organizations and the titles of all technical references used in the section text.  Additionally the RID must appear at least once more within the body of the SectionA set of files within the Division of a Master or Job that covers specific aspects of construction, other than 1.# References, contained within TXT, LST, ITM or TAB TagsSpecsIntact relies on tags to control content, and formatting, automate processes, and generate reports. These special markers, like <SEC> and </SEC>, define elements and attributes within the specifications. Some tags, like <Page />, function independently. In essence, tags are the building blocks of SpecsIntact documents.

Illustration Icon Indicating Important Information To NoteThe Reference Identifier tag is used to encompass the reference number.  Failure to observe the rules will result in an inaccurate Quality Assurance Reports, and Reconciliation of the 01 42 00 Sources for Reference Publication Section.

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With Tags visible, the Reference Identifier tag within the Reference Article looks as follows:

Illustration of a Reference Identifier with tags visible

With Tags hidden, the Reference Identifier Tag within the Section Text looks as follows:

Illustration of Reference Within Section Text

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