MyWiki:Talk dos and don'ts

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It is neither an encyclopedia article nor one of Wikipedia's policies or guidelines; rather, its purpose is to explain certain aspects of Wikipedia:Talk page guidelines. It may reflect differing 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 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
File:Green check.png See the talk guidelines for more guidance

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

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