How to write release notes
People read release notes to find out whether something changed for them. Write for that question and skip the internal detail.
What matters here
- Lead with what a user can now do
- Group by feature area, not by commit
- Mention fixes people reported
- Skip internal refactors unless they change behaviour
- Keep it short and link to detail
Write from the user's side
A commit says refactor reminder scheduling. A release note says reminders now fire correctly for tasks due at midnight. The second is what a person can act on.
Two sections
New and fixed covers most releases. Adding improved and removed helps when they matter, and a changelog that grows five sections becomes harder to skim than a short one.
Credit the report
If someone reported the bug, say so. It costs a line and it is the cheapest way to keep people reporting rather than giving up quietly.
Frequently asked questions
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Turn talk into a plan
Capture a thought in plain language and let Prysm Note shape it into tasks and a timeline.
Disclaimer
This page is general information, not professional, legal, financial or medical advice. It describes common ways of working and how Prysm Note approaches them. Software changes over time, so details may differ from what you see in the product. Any product, company or brand names that appear are the property of their respective owners and are used only for identification. We do not claim any endorsement or affiliation. Where we compare approaches, we aim to describe each one honestly, including where a different approach may suit you better. Try the tools that matter to you and judge for yourself.