# Tutorials or How-to Guides > **What this notes cover**\ > \&#xNAN;*My checklist (draft) to distinguish between tutorials and how-to guides applying the* [*Diátaxis*](https://diataxis.fr/) *documentation framework.* ## Overview **To distinguish a tutorial from a How-to guide** we need to think about the following document aspects: * *Goal orientation* * *User's prior knowledge* * *Scope and depth* * *Format and structure* * *Result* * *Level of detail* * *Examples and practical application* In the following section, you will find a table to help you identify if your document or draft is a tutorial or a checklist. ## Tutorial or How-To Guide? A Checklist **For each of the following documentation aspects** select the sentence that best describes your document or draft:

Documentation Aspect	Document Description
Goal Orientation	The primary purpose of the document is to guide the user through a series of steps to achieve a broader understanding or a comprehensive goal. The primary purpose of the document is to solve a specific, practical problem or to accomplish a specific task?
User's Prior Knowledge	The document is designed for beginners or users with limited prior knowledge of the subject? The document is meant for users with some understanding or experience who need specific instructions.
Scope and Depth	The document covers a wide scope, providing a general understanding of a topic or tool. The document focused on a narrow topic, aiming for depth in a specific area.
Format and Structure	The document follows a linear, step-by-step structure, possibly spanning multiple sessions or modules. The document is a standalone piece, providing straightforward steps that can be followed in one sitting.
End Goal	The end goal of the document is to educate the user providing a foundational understanding. The end goal of the document is to enable the user to perform a specific task or solve a particular problem.
Level of Detail	Does it include detailed explanations and background information? (Tutorial) Does it focus on delivering concise, action-oriented instructions? (How-to)
Examples and Practical Application	The document includes examples to illustrate a process or concept in a broader learning context. The document provides practical examples or scenarios specifically tailored to executing a task.

### Analyzing Your Selections **Depending on how many times you have selected 1 or 2** your document will likely fit either a *Tutorial* or a *How-to* type of documentation: * *If 1 is your selection for all documentation aspects,* then your document is a [Tutorial](https://technical-write-me.gitbook.io/javier-hernandez/readme/learning-notes/diataxis/index-1). * *If 2 is your selection for all the documentation aspects,* then your document is a [How-to](https://technical-write-me.gitbook.io/javier-hernandez/readme/learning-notes/diataxis/index-2) guide. **However, if you have selected 1 and 2,** you may need to *refine your documentation draft* and *reassess your documentation needs*.