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  1. Space after paragraphs or first line indents. Pick one.
    1. …in reply to @markboulton
      But if rationale behind this draconian statement. A first line indent, or a space after a paragraph, is a signpost. It’s an indication to the reader of a pause. A moment to take a short breath.
      1. …in reply to @markboulton
        ‘But if’ = Bit. Of.
      2. …in reply to @markboulton
        If both are used, it’s a double signpost. This can lead to a visual stuttering, and, over the course of a long text can add slight cognitive load and discomfort.