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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  ====


=== Source Citations  ===
=== Source Citations  ===
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=== Acronyms and Abbreviations  ===
=== Acronyms and Abbreviations  ===
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== Capitalization<br> ==
'''Merriam-Webster.''' When in daubt, follow Merrian-Webster.
'''Articles, buttons, or tabs.''' When referring to an article, button, or tab name, use the capitalization from the article title, button or tab.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Correct: If another style guideline is needed, list the issue on the Discussion page.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Incorrect: If another style guideline is needed, list the issue on the discussion page.
'''Capitalization and spelling of some common terms.''' For the FamilySearch Research Wiki, use the following capitalizations and spellings.
family group record
family history center (This term is not trademarked and is not capitalized.)
Family History Library


== Linking  ==
== Linking  ==