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How to Avoid Chatting on wikiHow

At times, a running conversation is inevitable. However, here at wikiHow, editors are encouraged to limit chatter on our talk and discussion pages. Whether you're stuck in a long conversation unwillingly or you're taking up talk space that others would be prefer to be left open, do a bit of censoring and avoid chatting too much on wikiHow.

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    Limit discussions to short, concise statements, because this is quick to patrol.
  2. 2
    Limit discussion mostly to information about wikiHow.
    • Ask for assistance or provide links to useful information.
  3. 3
    Think twice, because you may not always need to reply.
  4. 4
    Communicate with friends from wikiHow in different ways:
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    Contribute in other ways:
    • Write a new article, copy edit, weave links or add relateds.
    • Join a project or team. This may be of great interest.
    • Welcome new editors or thank others for their contributions.
    • Offer your help with the design of a user page.
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    Have fun!
    • Just browse through the articles and their discussion pages.
    • See what's going on in Recent Changes or the Forum.
    • Find a new topic for future homework.


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  • Sending an extra message of holiday greetings is acceptable.
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