Triage an unfamiliar file · Step 4 of 4

Write the note

BeforeSteps 1–3 are done.

Actions

Separate evidence and interpretationEvidence at the top. Interpretation below it.
Write confidence in wordsLow, medium or high, with one reason.
Name the next checkOne check that could change your interpretation.

Done when

Someone else could read the note and decide the next step without asking you.

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