Written specification

The specification is written for implementers of the DITA standard, including tool developers and XML architects who develop specializations.

The specification contains several parts:

  • Introduction
  • Architectural specification
  • Language reference
  • Conformance statement
  • Appendices

The specification is available in the following formats:

  • DITA source
  • PDF
  • HTML5 (available from the OASIS Web site, authoritative)
  • ZIP of HTML5 (optimized for local use)