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=== Name a new article === | === Name a new article === | ||
{{main|FamilySearch Wiki:Name a new article}}Before creating a new article, take the time to think of a name that clearly explains in a few words the content of the article. Remove any unnecessary words or punctuation | {{main|FamilySearch Wiki:Name a new article}}Before creating a new article, take the time to think of a name that clearly explains in a few words the content of the article. <br> | ||
*No two articles may have the same title. <br> | |||
*A wiki search should be done for the proposed title to ensure that there is not an existing article with that title. <br> | |||
*Remove any unnecessary words or punctuation. A correctly formatted name for a new article can be very helpful to users and make it easier for search engines to guide users to the most relevant wiki article. <br> | |||
*You may want to run it by experienced wiki contributors. <br> | |||
==== Place names ==== | ==== Place names ==== | ||
Unlike most genealogy software place name conventions, Include the word "county" in the title of an article about a particular county. | Unlike most genealogy software place name conventions, Include the word "county" in the title of an article about a particular county. | ||
==== Punctuation ==== | |||
Do not end the title with punctuation. | |||
==== Abbreviations ==== | ==== Abbreviations ==== | ||
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==== Bold ==== | ==== Bold ==== | ||
In rare cases, if a word must be emphasized, use bold. | In rare cases, if a word must be emphasized, use bold. | ||
==== Italics ==== | ==== Italics ==== | ||
Use italics if a word must be emphasized. List book titles in italics. Do not use italics for quoted text. | Use italics if a word must be emphasized. List book titles in italics. Do not use italics for quoted text. | ||
==== Underline ==== | ==== Underline ==== | ||
Because the use of underline indicates text with a [http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/h/hyperlink.html hyperlink] that can be clicked to learn more, do not use underline as a way to emphasize text.Do not underline book titles.<br> | Because the use of underline indicates text with a [http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/h/hyperlink.html hyperlink] that can be clicked to learn more, do not use underline as a way to emphasize text.Do not underline book titles.<br> | ||
==== Capitalization ==== | ==== Capitalization ==== | ||