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A research notebook is more useful when material references can be traced back to a specific source. Consistent naming avoids ambiguity between similar titles, sizes or listings.
Key points to consider
- Capture the product name as shown by the supplier together with any reference identifier.
- Include the date accessed and the URL or document source where appropriate.
- Keep separate fields for the material description, the observed information and your own project notes.
A practical way to use this information
A short, repeatable entry format gives colleagues enough context without making the notebook difficult to maintain.
Related resource: Documentation terminology.