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ASL is a visual language that has no written form. It can be described in written notation (transcribed), but it needs to be understood that it does not have a written form.
That said there ARE accepted methods in use by linguists who have studied ASL. The following books contain this information.
You might be interested in “The Green Books” and Linguistics of American Sign Language
The Green Books (a teachers resource) goes over the traditional method of transcription of ASL. The second (Linguistics of American Sign Language) goes over a few different methods. The Stokoe method, glossing (which most students will use), and finally the Liddell and Johnson system (movement-hold model).
Why you need to write down what is being signed will determine what the best method for you is. For most cases, glossing is enough. If you need a written transcript of what was said that you can use for more formal linguistic/educational reasons (like research), the Liddell and Johnson system is your go to.
I just checked out Linguistics in American Sign Language from the library. Very in depth. They say "not for beginners" so may be what you are looking for XD. I haven't had a chance to get a good look at it yet...
I highly recommend going to your library, especially if they have an "equal access" or "Deaf/HH" section.
Happy Studying!