bug#12270: 24.1.50; (elisp) Syntax Descriptors: "second character, if present"

[Drew Adams]

>> Please add the words "and not a space":
>> 
>> "The second character, if present and not a space, specifies..."
>>                                   ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
>
> Which is exactly what the docs say.  Just read it.

I know what the doc says.

I also know that the text could be clearer, helping users.

>> Please do not be so stubborn.  It's not about your ego;
>> it's about helping users.