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*Each individual discussion should start with a <code><nowiki>== level 2 header ==</nowiki></code>; whenever a new subject is brought up, a new section should be started (unless it is a direct continuation of an existing topic). Using the "new section" tab to make an edit will do this automatically - note that this is not possible if the page does not yet exist, so it must be added manually. | *Each individual discussion should start with a <code><nowiki>== level 2 header ==</nowiki></code>; whenever a new subject is brought up, a new section should be started (unless it is a direct continuation of an existing topic). Using the "new section" tab to make an edit will do this automatically - note that this is not possible if the page does not yet exist, so it must be added manually. | ||
*New discussions must be placed at the bottom of a page. | *New discussions must be placed at the bottom of a page. | ||
*When replying directly to a specific comment, indent your comment appropriately by placing colons (:) at the beginning of the comment. For how | *When replying directly to a specific comment, indent your comment appropriately by placing colons (:) at the beginning of the comment. For how many colons to use, use one colon more than the comment you're replying to did. This allows talk pages to flow more smoothly and be easier to follow, as well as letting others know who you are replying to. If the indentation starts becoming too much, reset the indent with the [[Template:Reset indent|reset indent template]]. | ||
*Do not place images uploaded to the wiki, videos, or pictures linked from other sites, on talk pages. These are never necessary for using talk pages in their appropriate means. They can be handled through a simple link (either internal or external). | *Do not place images uploaded to the wiki, videos, or pictures linked from other sites, on talk pages. These are never necessary for using talk pages in their appropriate means. They can be handled through a simple link (either internal or external). | ||
*Keep your post legible, and nondisruptive to the page. Do not use coding to make the text of your post larger or to be of another color. Do not use ALL CAPS in your posts. And do not use excessive punctuation marks at the end of your posts. These do not help make your point any clearer, and just disrupt the talk page, as well as annoy other users. | *Keep your post legible, and nondisruptive to the page. Do not use coding to make the text of your post larger or to be of another color. Do not use ALL CAPS in your posts. And do not use excessive punctuation marks at the end of your posts. These do not help make your point any clearer, and just disrupt the talk page, as well as annoy other users. | ||