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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>== When to use a table ==<br /> Use a table when readers need to compare related values across rows and columns. For a simple sequence, use a list instead. Keep tables compact, give each column a clear heading, and include meaningful text rather than relying on colour or position alone. On narrow screens, wide tables may be difficult to read.<br /> <br /> == Basic wikitext ==<br /> A table starts with &lt;code&gt;{|&lt;/code&gt;, each row after the first begins with &lt;code&gt;|-&lt;/code&gt;, cells are separated by &lt;code&gt;||&lt;/code&gt;, and the table ends with &lt;code&gt;|}&lt;/code&gt;. Header cells begin with &lt;code&gt;!&lt;/code&gt;. Example:<br /> &lt;pre&gt;{| class=&quot;wikitable&quot;<br /> ! System !! Station<br /> |-<br /> | Sol || Jameson Memorial<br /> |-<br /> | Lave || Lave Station<br /> |}&lt;/pre&gt;<br /> The &lt;code&gt;wikitable&lt;/code&gt; class applies the site&#039;s common table styling when supported. Preview the result; punctuation and pipes inside templates or links can affect parsing.<br /> <br /> == Good table practice ==<br /> Keep column meanings consistent and avoid merged cells where they make comparisons unclear. Provide a caption or nearby explanation if the subject is not obvious. Do not create a table just to control page layout. If the table is sortable, test it and see [[Help:Sortable tables]].</div>

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