Wikipedia:Talk dos and don'ts

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This is an information page.

It is not one of Wikipedia's policies or guidelines, but rather intends to describe some aspect(s) of Wikipedia:Talk page guidelines. It may reflect varying levels of consensus and vetting.

Discussion is how we get things done – it's vital to do it right!

When involved in discussion:

DO:
File:Green check.png Be familiar with the talk guidelines
File:Green check.png Sign your messages with "~~~~"
File:Green check.png Start conversations under a new heading
File:Green check.png Indent replies
File:Green check.png Ping involved parties
File:Green check.png Be concise
File:Green check.png Present evidence

DON'T:
File:Red x.svg Don't be uncivil or make it personal
File:Red x.svg Don't edit other's comments
File:Red x.svg Don't canvass for support elsewhere
File:Red x.svg Don't go off topic
File:Red x.svg Don't duplicate discussions
File:Red x.svg Don't close discussions you are involved in
File:Red x.svg Don't EVER make legal threats

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