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Using shortcuts in debates with other Wikipedians is a form of "grandmothering". These shortcuts are superfluous for regular contributors, who are well aware of our policies and guidelines, while new users unfamiliar with these acronyms deserve more gentle guidance. Everybody loses.
This is an
essay. It contains the advice or opinions of one or more Wikipedia contributors. This page is not an encyclopedia article, nor is it one of
Wikipedia's policies or guidelines, as it has not been
thoroughly vetted by the community. Some essays represent widespread norms; others only represent minority viewpoints. |
This page in a nutshell: Avoid using shortcuts as a substitute for reasoned argument. |
Using shortcuts in debates with other Wikipedians is a form of "grandmothering". These shortcuts are superfluous for regular contributors, who are well aware of our policies and guidelines, while new users unfamiliar with these acronyms deserve more gentle guidance. Everybody loses.