As a recommended guideline, an AIP should include:

• Abstract - Two or three sentences that summarize the AIP.
• Motivation - A statement on why the Arbitrum community should implement the AIP.
• Rationale - An explanation of how the AIP aligns with the Arbitrum community's mission and guiding values.
• Key Terms (optional) - Definitions of any terms within the proposal that are unique to the proposal, new to the Arbitrum community, and/or industry-specific.
• Specifications - A detailed breakdown of the platforms and technologies that will be used.
• Steps to Implement - The steps to implement the AIP, including associated costs, manpower, and other resources for each step where applicable. For the avoidance of doubt, any AIPs involving transactions with third parties (such as grants) will need to ensure that applicable legal documentation and procedures are also included.
• Timeline - Relevant timing details, including but not limited to start date, milestones, and completion dates.
• Overall Cost - The total cost to implement the AIP.