User:Swpb/Quotation dos and don'ts

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It is not an encyclopedic article, nor one of Wikipedia's policies or guidelines; rather, its purpose is to explain certain aspects of Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style#Quotations. It may reflect differing levels of consensus and vetting.

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When using quotations:

DO:
Verifiably attribute quotations to a reliable source
Attribute quotes in the main text, not in a footnote
Say in original words if possible; only use quotes where they add something
Always put non-original wording in quotes
Indicate alterations with [brackets] and ...ellipses...
Indicate whether emphasis is added, or in the original
Use quotations to present controversial statements
Provide context for quotes in original prose

DON'T:
Don't misrepresent the meaning or intent of a quote
Don't italicize quotes unless the material calls for it
Don't use overly long quotations; paraphrase instead
Don't use too many quotations

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