ALL CAPS BECAUSE?

Writing an email in all caps is challenging to read because it lacks the visual cues provided by capitalization and punctuation, which help guide the reader through the text. The uniform appearance of capital letters makes it harder to distinguish individual words and sentences, leading to increased eye strain and difficulty in comprehension. Additionally, the absence of lowercase letters removes the natural rhythm and flow of the text, causing readers to slow down and re-read sections to understand the message fully.

Moreover, using all CAPS! in an email is considered inappropriate and unprofessional as it is often interpreted as shouting or displaying anger (Note how I used all CAPS and a mid-sentence punctuation to convey a level of intensity). USING ALL CAPS can inadvertently send the wrong message to the recipient, making the communication seem aggressive or confrontational, even if that was not the intention. All caps can also come across as annoying and disrespectful, as it disregards the norms of polite written communication. To convey a message clearly and professionally, it is essential to use proper capitalization, punctuation, and tone.

Paul Truesdell