How to Refrain From Making Unhelpful Suggested Topics on wikiHow
Wish to suggest a topic for a wikiHow article? It's important to choose a sensible topic according to policy. wikiHow is a community that responds to all ideas, but you have to know what's already out there and to get the timing right. You'll be a valued community member in no time!
Steps
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1Review the merge and deletion policies. While this may seem unnecessary, it truly isn't in this case.
- Do not add topics that are absurd, ridiculous, jokes, etc. They're only funny to you.
- Unwanted topics create more work for other editors.
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2Refrain from making unwanted suggestions.
- Do not post a suggestion more than once.
- Do not request personal advice. wikiHow may not be able to offer advice with unusual or obscure situations. Seek appropriate counsel.
- Do not suggest a topic to complete your homework assignment. Do your own research. wikiHow is not a homework service.
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3Consider a hobby to give you a sense of achievement.
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4Contribute to wikiHow in a positive manner.Ad
Tips
- We already have certain basics covered. Please do not suggest another article on eye makeup, how to get a guy or how to get a girl. If you have some tips to add to one of these, they're greatly appreciated, but another one of these many articles is not needed.
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