If the target is a sub-page, the following conventions are common (where 'Y' is an additional sequence of uppercase characters or numerals): In the above form, the prefix is typically one of the prefixes in the following section, and the suffix is an acronym or abbreviation of the redirect target. Shortcut names are almost always in uppercase.Ī shortcut is typically named using the following convention: Among other things, there are templates for making boxes flow to the left and now, anchors are automatically added, making it much simpler to link to a page section. A shortcut link box can be added to a page, by placing the template. Small link boxes, listing the names of the page's shortcuts, appear at the top of many pages, especially those on policies and guidelines. Shortcuts should not appear in "See also" sections, hatnotes or any other place where a page title is expected. It should also be remembered that shortcuts are a convenience, not a substitute for titles. For example, the piped link ] gives readers an idea of the subject of the target page, while the bare abbreviation ] is unintelligible to those unfamiliar with the term. Another good practice is to be mindful of the general reader and use meaningful terms when citing an obscure shortcut. To avoid these problems, a good practice when creating shortcuts is to choose common English words that are easily identifiable and memorable. Shortcuts also are sometimes (ab)used to make a WP:POINT, best described by WP:WOTTA.
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Others, however, are faced with pages full of incomprehensible jargon, the meaning of which is not immediately clear. For example, some editors are familiar with the bulk of the Wikipedia namespace shortcuts, recognizing what they stand for on sight. Shortcuts are often used on talk pages in their abbreviated form, decreasing readability for the general reader. However, when using the URL method (or when making links) it is necessary to match the capitalization of the shortcut itself. For example, in the search box, you can type wp:r, instead of WP:R. Shortcuts are presented in all capital letters ( ALL CAPS) however, the search box is case-insensitive. instead of having to edit the existing URL.) (If your browser has relative URL entry, simply prefix the shortcut with. You could then get from here to the Wikipedia:Redirect page by replacing Wikipedia:Shortcut with WP:R in the address bar, followed by pressing the enter key.
For example, you are currently viewing the Wikipedia:Shortcut page. For example, you can type WP:R or H:R into the search box and then press the enter key (or click the magnifying glass icon), to get to the Wikipedia:Redirect page, instead of having to type in the complete phrase.Īlternatively, you can use a shortcut in the URL in your browser's address bar.
Template:Useful links contains common shortcuts that are often used linked or unlinked in editor discussions or edit summaries hover your mouse pointer over a shortcut to see a pop-up with its article's full name in it (see § See also)Ī Wikipedia shortcut can be entered into the Wikipedia search box to quickly bring you to a project page.Special:PrefixIndex can be used to find uncategorized or unlisted pages starting with a given prefix for example, Special:PrefixIndex/CAT: will find some category shortcuts.On Meta, shortcuts start with WM: the list is at m:WM:WM.
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