Describes doing something in a way that is clearly visible to others, without hiding. Often contrasted with 陰に (secretly, behind the scenes).
Antonyms: 陰に
彼は陽に陰に彼女を支えた。
He supported her both openly and behind the scenes.
その問題は陽に議論されるべきだ。
That issue should be discussed openly.
ように is the broader, everyday way to say 'in the manner of' or 'as', while 通り in this sense usually follows a specific plan, instruction, or quoted statement to mean 'exactly as stated'.
invisibly; secretly; privately
openly and covertly; publicly and privately; implicitly and explicitly
From 陽 (yang, positive, open) + adverbial particle に. The kanji 陽 carries the sense of openness and visibility, contrasting with 陰 (yin, hidden).