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*'''Avoid duplication'''. If an article already exists for the same topic, edit the existing article rather than creating a new article. | *'''Avoid duplication'''. If an article already exists for the same topic, edit the existing article rather than creating a new article. | ||
*'''Specific but short titles.''' Titles should be as short as possible but specific enough that users can identify the topic of the article when it appears in the search results. Avoid clever but unclear titles. Remove any unnecessary words or punctuation. | *'''Specific but short titles.''' Titles should be as short as possible but specific enough that users can identify the topic of the article when it appears in the search results. Avoid clever but unclear titles. Remove any unnecessary words or punctuation. | ||
*'''Common terms.''' Titles should use common terms that users might search for. A well | *'''Common terms.''' Titles should use common terms that users might search for. A well chosen 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. | ||
* | *'''Get input'''. Consider consulting with an [[FamilySearch_Wiki:Mentors|experienced wiki contributor]] if you have questions.<br> | ||
==== Capitalization in article titles ==== | ==== Capitalization in article titles ==== | ||