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What does it mean?
The note directs editors to add encyclopedic content to Wikipedia rather than Wikiquote.
In plain terms
Edit the Wikipedia article instead of Wikiquote.
What can you take from it?
Use the proper platform for factual contributions.

Where it applies

  • wiki editing
  • content contribution

Putting it to work

  • redirect to Wikipedia
  • follow site rules

Questions to consider

  • Why is it important to keep encyclopedic info on Wikipedia?

Another view

It assumes users know how to edit Wikipedia.

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