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Beginning a Texinfo File

Certain pieces of information must be provided at the beginning of a Texinfo file, such as the name for the output file(s), the title of the document, and the Top node.

This chapter expands on the minimal complete Texinfo source file previously given (see Six Parts).

• Sample Beginning: A sample beginning for a Texinfo file.
• Texinfo File Header: The first lines.
• Document Permissions: Ensuring your manual is free.
• Titlepage & Copyright Page: Creating the title and copyright pages.
• The Top Node: Creating the `Top' node and master menu.
• Global Document Commands: Affecting formatting throughout.
• Software Copying Permissions: Ensure that you and others continue to have the right to use and share software.