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This is an old revision of this page, as edited by Andrewa (talk | contribs) at 19:06, 27 April 2014 (Arguments in favour of capitalisation). The present address (URL) is a permanent link to this revision, which may differ significantly from the current revision.

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Purpose of the page

To present, link to and annotate arguments for and against capitalisation in article titles.

Why is it in user space

This topic has an unfortunate history of long, rambling and often heated discussion, including disputes over refactoring. In user space, the user can exercise a little control over the refactoring. Not a great deal, see above, but hopefully some.

Please discuss any proposed refactoring on the talk page before doing it.

It's in British English by default, obviously by the title, but American English also is welcome. There is no need for consistency on this. Other varieties may be corrected, but please discuss first.

Arguments in favour of capitalisation

Capitalisation is reflected in reliable sources

Capitalisation enhances clarity

Arguments against caitalisation

Capitalisation in "wrong"

Capitalisation is confusing

Capitalisation violates guidelines and/or policies

Discussions where both views are aired

Other relevant discussions

Requested moves