For the most part, this page will simply link you to specific outside resources that will help you to produce a light plot that others in the industry can understand. However, in the interest of having the information at your fingertips (and to guard against future broken links), here are a few basics that will help you get started.
USITT (United States Institute of Theatre Technology) has published recommended graphic practices for lighting drafting, and this is a really good place to start when asking the question: "How is my light plot supposed to look?". They're recommendations, rather than standards, as each designer will create a style with their light plot, which is an art form in itself. But this document has collected the most common practices from across the industry and put them in one place. Whether you're drafting with pencil and paper, or with an industrial-grade CAD application, if you follow these recommendations, most electricians in the business will be able to interpret your plot and hang it accurately.
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Fixtures
Most of what you see on a light plot are fixture symbols. Each symbol has at least a couple of pieces of information. These elements are the bare minimum to include on a light plot:
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