Is it appropriate to write mixed capped abbreviations and acronyms in all caps for headers, etc?

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When using an abbreviation or acronym that has a mix of lowercase and capital letters, such as mmWave or dBm, in a heading or line that is formatted in all caps, is it appropriate to use all caps - or should you leave the mixed caps?

Dale · Answer

I would tend to use mixed cases especially if the abbreviation or acronym had a special meaning. Decibel is written as dBa. Reading that I immediately know you are speaking of sound however changing the case can often distort or confuse the reader.

Answered by Dale on May 11, 2021

Is it appropriate to write mixed capped abbreviations and acronyms in all caps for headers, etc?

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