Ilustrações nas Normas ABNT (Gráficos, Quadros, Fluxogramas, etc.) - Válido 2025

Summary

In this video, Tanara Vogel Pinheiro guides viewers through the ABNT formatting rules for illustrations in academic work. She explains the types of illustrations allowed, such as graphs, photos, and maps, and how to properly cite and insert them using Google Docs. Key points include the format of the title, the importance of the image’s size and legibility, and how to handle the list of illustrations in your work. Tanara also dispels common misconceptions about ABNT rules, providing clarity and practical tips for academic writing. This comprehensive tutorial helps ensure compliance with ABNT standards.

Takeaways

• 😀 ABNT defines illustrations as anything that visually clarifies or enhances the text, including images, diagrams, maps, and charts.
• 😀 The types of illustrations covered by ABNT rules include drawings, photographs, graphs, maps, and more, but tables follow separate guidelines.
• 😀 When inserting an image in a document, it's important to cite the illustration in the text and place it close to the related reference.
• 😀 There is no specific ABNT rule regarding the centralization of images, but for aesthetic reasons, most people align them centrally.
• 😀 The title of each illustration should appear above the image, indicating its type, number, and description, formatted with arabic numerals.
• 😀 ABNT doesn't specify the font size for titles, but the common practice is using size 12 with 1.5 line spacing.
• 😀 The image's source must be credited below the illustration. If it's original, use 'source: own work'; otherwise, cite the author and year.
• 😀 ABNT recommends that the font size for captions or additional notes under illustrations be smaller than the main text, typically size 10.
• 😀 While ABNT documents are typically black and white, illustrations can be in color, and there are no specific rules for spacing around them, though one line of space is often left before and after.
• 😀 The list of illustrations is optional in academic works, but it's recommended when there are many illustrations, especially in long documents.
• 😀 In the list of illustrations, each entry should follow the same format: type, number, title, and page number. It's also advised to create separate lists for different types of illustrations (e.g., charts, graphs).

Q & A

What is the definition of 'illustration' according to ABNT?

According to ABNT, an illustration is anything that helps to clarify or illustrate the text. It can include drawings, photos, graphs, maps, charts, and other types of visual content, excluding tables.

What types of illustrations are considered under ABNT rules?

ABNT includes various types of illustrations such as drawings, flowcharts, photographs, graphs, maps, diagrams, organograms, and others. However, tables are not included under these illustration rules.

Is there a specific rule for the size of illustrations in ABNT formatting?

ABNT does not provide specific rules on the size of illustrations. The size should be chosen based on two factors: visibility, especially if there is text in the illustration, and aesthetic considerations for text flow.

How should illustrations be cited in the text according to ABNT?

The illustration should be cited in the text, usually placed right before or after the image. The citation may appear in the sentence or in parentheses and should include the illustration's number in Arabic numerals.

Is there a rule about centering illustrations in the text?

ABNT does not have a specific rule about centering illustrations. While centralization is commonly used for aesthetic reasons, it is acceptable to align the illustration to the left or right as preferred.

What should be included in the title of an illustration?

The title should be placed above the illustration, starting with the type of illustration (e.g., 'Graph', 'Drawing', 'Chart'), followed by its sequence number, a hyphen, and then the title of the illustration.

How should the source of an illustration be cited?

The source of an illustration must be indicated below the image. If the illustration was created by the author, 'Source: own' is used. If it was sourced from another work, the author's last name and year should be included.

What is the rule for font size and spacing for illustration titles and captions?

ABNT does not specify exact font sizes for titles and captions. However, it is common to use size 12 for titles and size 10 for captions, with 1.5 spacing for titles and uniform smaller font for captions. The font size for captions should always be smaller than the main text.

Can illustrations be in color according to ABNT?

Yes, illustrations can be in color. While ABNT guidelines require the text to be in black and white, illustrations are allowed to be in color.

What is the purpose of the 'List of Illustrations' and is it mandatory?

The 'List of Illustrations' is optional. It is recommended for works with many illustrations to help the reader navigate. It should list illustrations in the order they appear in the text, including the type, number, title, and page number.