# 3.3 Consistency

## 3.3.1 Use simple language

[Use simple language](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/3.3-consistency/3.3.1.1-use-simple-language)

## 3.3.2 Reuse existing styles and patterns

[Implement a consistent style guide](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/3.3-consistency/3.3.2.1-implement-a-consistent-style-guide)

[Use design patterns](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/broken-reference)

[Use a frontend framework](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/3.3-consistency/3.3.2.3-use-a-frontend-framework)

## 3.3.3 Provide a joined-up experience

[Interoperability](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/3.3-consistency/3.3.3.1-interoperability)

[Use integrations where possible](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/3.3-consistency/3.3.3.2-use-integrations)

## 3.3.4 Share design decisions

[Work in the open](https://specs.govstack.global/service-patterns/3-service-design-good-practice-guidelines/3.3-consistency/3.3.4.1-work-in-the-open)