Procedure Text

Procedure is the set of steps which should be completed in the right sequence to get the goal. In our daily life, we often have to perform some steps to make or get something done.

Generic structure of procedure:

      Goal          : title of the text (especially for a recipe).

      Materials   : or the things we need to achieve the goal.

      Steps        : oriented to achieving the goal.

Generic features;

The use of simple present tense, often in an imperative from e.g. add some sugar, prepare it.

The use mainly of temporal conjunction (or numbering to indicate sequence especially in written text).

Example:

How to Operate Computer

·         First, plug the cable into the socket and turn on your computer.

·         Second, wait a moment while your computer is starting scanner data.

·         Next, enter a keyword if you use it.

·         Then, the computer will scan in computer about viruses.

·     After that, choose programs as needed, for example you want to type, the program to choose is Microsoft Word.

·        Finally, save your work at the computer.

How to Cook Rice

Materials:

Rice, water

Steps:

1.       Wash the rice in cold water.

2.       Put the rice with some water in a pan. Boil it.

3.       Cook it slowly for about 20 minutes. Put the rice into the simmer.

4.       Steam the rice for about 45 minutes.

5.       The rice is ready to eat.