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===Using the cite template=== | ===Using the cite template=== | ||
The | The {{tem|cite}} template is inserted between the <tt><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></tt> tags and its usage is encouraged (but not required) as it helps to ensure one consistent standard across the wiki. In cases where the template is not optimal, the reference may simply be typed out manually. | ||
Take the [[Mechakoopa Stomp]] article as an example. It features a paragraph of information which was not present in the game at all, but came from Nintendo's official guide. A reference is given in the first sentence of this paragraph: | Take the [[Mechakoopa Stomp]] article as an example. It features a paragraph of information which was not present in the game at all, but came from Nintendo's official guide. A reference is given in the first sentence of this paragraph: | ||
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===Without the cite template=== | ===Without the cite template=== | ||
Here's how the previous example would look if the reference was | Here's how the previous example would look if the reference was done manually: | ||
<pre>The giant Mecha-Koopa used for the attack was developed by [[Koopa]] researchers for several months in a top-secret laboratory located deep within [[Bowser's Castle|Bowser's Keep]].<ref>Miller, K. 1996. ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars Nintendo Player's Guide''. Page 13.</ref> The giant Mecha-Koopa was finished just as the [[Smithy Gang]] invaded Bowser's Keep and the [[Mushroom Kingdom]].</pre> | <pre>The giant Mecha-Koopa used for the attack was developed by [[Koopa]] researchers for several months in a top-secret laboratory located deep within [[Bowser's Castle|Bowser's Keep]].<ref>Miller, K. 1996. ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars Nintendo Player's Guide''. Page 13.</ref> The giant Mecha-Koopa was finished just as the [[Smithy Gang]] invaded Bowser's Keep and the [[Mushroom Kingdom]].</pre> | ||