Positioning of 'Enclosed' Line in a Letter - Does it Matter?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the proper placement of the 'enclosed' line in a letter, specifically whether it should appear before or after the closing line. Participants explore the conventions of letter writing, touching on formalities and personal preferences.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the importance of following traditional rules regarding the placement of the 'enclosed' line.
  • Another participant suggests that it is better to conform to established norms when making requests.
  • Several participants assert that the 'enclosure' line should be placed after the closing, below the sender's name, and reference common practices in letter writing.
  • One participant humorously notes the continued use of "cc" in correspondence despite the decline of carbon copies.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is a mix of opinions regarding the necessity of following rules, with some participants advocating for conformity while others express a more relaxed attitude towards traditional practices. The placement of the 'enclosed' line appears to have some consensus, but the overall importance of adherence to such conventions remains debated.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference various sources for letter writing conventions, indicating that practices may vary by context or personal preference.

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Perhaps someone can help me out here. When writing a letter does the 'enclosed' line come before or after you closing line e.g,

-------------------------------
Yours Faithfully,


Hootenanny

Enc. Document

--------------------------------
or
--------------------------------
Enc. Document

Yours Faithfully,


Hootenanny

--------------------------------

Does anybody know? Does it really matter?

~H
 
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why follow the rules?
 
heartless said:
why follow the rules?

It is better to conform when asking for something :smile:

~H
 
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Astronuc said:
Enclosure (and cc, bcc) comes after the closing, below one's name.

In a letter/email, I often mention, please find enclosed . . . .

Thank you Astronuc :biggrin:

~H
 
Astronuc said:
Enclosure (and cc, bcc) comes after the closing, below one's name.
I still love that we use the abbreviation "cc" even though I haven't even seen a sheet of carbon paper, let alone a carbon copy, in I can't recall how long. :biggrin:
 

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