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<p>Add local editing help and repair template-index policy and help links; retain index layout</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>== What summaries are for ==<br /> An edit summary is a short note saved with a revision. It helps readers understand the change in page history and recent changes. Describe the edit, not your opinion of another editor.<br /> <br /> Useful examples:<br /> * &lt;code&gt;Added a source for the system&#039;s discovery date&lt;/code&gt;<br /> * &lt;code&gt;Corrected link to the station article&lt;/code&gt;<br /> * &lt;code&gt;Reverted unsourced change; see discussion&lt;/code&gt;<br /> <br /> Avoid empty or vague summaries such as &lt;code&gt;update&lt;/code&gt;, and do not claim a change is verified unless you checked it. If the edit only affects one section, identify that section or use the automatically supplied section label if present.<br /> <br /> == What to include ==<br /> Keep the summary accurate and concise. Mention the reason where useful, such as a citation, formatting correction or response to a discussion. Do not put private information, personal attacks or lengthy explanations in it. A summary is not a substitute for explaining a disputed content change on the discussion page.<br /> <br /> You can usually add a summary in the edit form before saving. The field length and controls depend on the site interface; check the displayed limit rather than relying on a particular character count. Preview the page and summary if the editor provides that option.</div>

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