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    Do not repeat units (even if expressed symbolically) around symbols such as an en-dash or a "times" symbols (e.g., 5–10in. or 5 x 10")

Spacing

    Put a space on each side of em-dashes and "times" symbols: Under this ruleas illustrated by this sentencespaces would separate dimensions of a measurement such as 2 x 4.

Unit Symbols and Abbreviations

    Use straight quotes (") and straight apostrophes (') to express inches and feet symbolically.

    Capitalize "V" for "volt."

If you are checking a symbol usage that is not in Lightolier's standard grammar guide (Guide to Grammar and Writing) email your question (or any answers that you might have found) to Justin Katz.