The following are general guidelines for common prepositions:
Use at when referring to a location or link. Only describe the location of a UI element if required for clarity.
Use on when opening a window, page, or tab for the first time in the procedure.
Use in when you are already navigating through the content in the UI. For example, if you return to a window multiple times during a procedure, use in after the first reference to the window. Ensure that you also use in with elements such as fields and dialog boxes.
Use from to indicate a starting point, origin, or range. You can also use from for connections from one location to another. A UI element, such as a list or area, can be the starting point from which you perform an action.
Use between to indicate range. Depending on the context and phrasing, either use from or between for range. In most cases, between works well in sentences with and, while from works well in sentences with to.
More than one preposition might be appropriate depending on the context. When in doubt, consult with a colleague or the editor.
See the following table for common usage examples:
Usage scenario |
Prepositions |
Examples |
Application, interface |
In, On |
Configure the options in the application. On the web interface or desktop application, you can invite up to 100 people at a time. |
Area |
From |
From the Accounts area, click your company name. |
Connection point |
From |
|
Desktop |
On |
Click Start on your desktop. |
Dialog box |
In |
In the confirmation dialog box, click Yes to replace the file. In the File Download dialog box, click Save to save the file. |
Field |
In |
In the Server field, enter the IP address or FQDN of the secondary server. |
List |
From |
Select an assignee from the list. |
Location |
At, On |
At the top-right corner of the screen, click Settings. The add-in opens on the right side of the screen. |
Menu |
From, On |
From the drop-down menu with your profile name, click User preferences. On the File menu, click New. |
Network |
On |
The computer is on a public network. |
Origin |
From |
You can find this information in the response from your identity provider. |
Operating system |
On |
The Share audio option is available on Windows but not on Mac. |
Page, webpage |
On |
Update the options on the Call Features Editing page. |
Range |
From, Between |
|
Screen |
On |
Click anywhere on the screen. |
Status change |
From |
The color changes from green to red. |
Tab |
On, From (as a starting point) |
On the Security tab, click Change Password. From the Settings tab in the Admin Area, you can manage company configuration settings. |
URL |
At |
You can view a description of Avaya products and services at www.avaya.com. |
Web console, administration portal |
On |
On the System Manager web console, click Server Management. |
Website |
On |
The latest version of the software is available on the Avaya Support website. |
Window |
On |
On the Device Settings window, select your microphone and camera. |
