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Wikipedia Editing Project: Wikipedia Guidelines and Policies

Guidelines and policies

Policypolicy documents a rule or standard with wide acceptance among Wikipedia editors that all users should normally follow.

Guidelineguideline is a set of best practices that are supported by the consensus of Wikipedia editors. Editors should attempt to follow guidelines, though they are best treated with common sense. Occasional exceptions may apply. Naming conventions are considered guidelines.

Source: List of policies and guidelines