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# [5 ways to create a self-documenting React component](https://whereisthemouse.hashnode.dev/5-ways-to-create-a-self-documenting-react-component?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

A React component is well documented when its purpose and intended usage are clearly communicated. To be self-documenting, a component must simply convey as much relevant information as possible through its own code. Without further ado, here are fiv...

Oct 19, 2020 · 6 min read · whereisthemouse.hashnode.dev  
Updated Jul 14, 2022  
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## Written by

[Iva Kop](https://hashnode.com/@IvaKop)

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[Edidiong Asikpo (Didi)](https://hashnode.com/@didicodes)

[Oct 26, 2020](https://hashnode.com/posts/5-ways-to-create-a-self-documenting-react-component/5f8d5bcd89e922309e012a13/comment/5f96dfe8ce17e910d70cdd59)

Very insightful article [Iva](https://hashnode.com/@IvaKop). I enjoyed reading it.

[Iva Kop](https://hashnode.com/@IvaKop)

[Oct 26, 2020](https://hashnode.com/posts/5-ways-to-create-a-self-documenting-react-component/5f8d5bcd89e922309e012a13/comment/5f96dfe8ce17e910d70cdd59#reply-5f96f8c01ad4361521cb279c)

Thanks! I am really glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[Space Aardvark](https://hashnode.com/@spaceaaradvark)

[Oct 19, 2020](https://hashnode.com/posts/5-ways-to-create-a-self-documenting-react-component/5f8d5bcd89e922309e012a13/comment/5f8d9546d58df13bb2917439)

Great guide! Tips everyone can use.

[Iva Kop](https://hashnode.com/@IvaKop)

[Oct 19, 2020](https://hashnode.com/posts/5-ways-to-create-a-self-documenting-react-component/5f8d5bcd89e922309e012a13/comment/5f8d9546d58df13bb2917439#reply-5f8da176c973f13b91c82129)

Thanks so much! I am happy you found it useful 🙂