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== Deleting an Item ==
== Deleting an Item ==
In general, items should not be deleted. Items may be deleted if they were created in error or are confirmed duplicates. When deleting an item due to duplication, all relevant properties must be preserved in the item that is retained
Follow these steps to delete a page or item.


=== Steps to Delete an Item ==
In general, items should not be deleted. Items may be deleted if they were created in error or are confirmed duplicates. When deleting an item due to duplication, all relevant properties must be preserved in the item that is retained.
 
Follow these steps to delete a page or item:
 
=== Steps to Delete an Item ===
 
# '''Navigate to the Page'''   
# '''Navigate to the Page'''   
   Access the specific wiki item that you wish to delete.
   Access the specific wiki item that you wish to delete.
# '''Locate the Delete Option'''   
# '''Locate the Delete Option'''   
   In the top-right corner of the page, look for the '''"More"''', '''"Tools"''', or three-dot menu, and select the '''"Delete"''' option.
   In the top-right corner of the page, look for the '''"More"''', '''"Tools"''', or three-dot menu, and select the '''"Delete"''' option.
# '''Alternative Method'''   
# '''Alternative Method'''   
   On many systems, you can use the keyboard shortcut ''Alt+Shift+D'' to initiate the deletion.
   On many systems, you can use the keyboard shortcut ''Alt+Shift+D'' to initiate the deletion.
# '''Provide a Reason'''   
# '''Provide a Reason'''   
   A prompt will appear asking you to provide a reason for the deletion. This helps ensure proper auditing and transparency.
   A prompt will appear asking you to provide a reason for the deletion. This helps ensure proper auditing and transparency.
# '''Confirm Deletion'''   
# '''Confirm Deletion'''   
   Click the '''"Delete page"''' button to finalize the removal.
   Click the '''"Delete page"''' button to finalize the removal.

Revision as of 20:23, 27 January 2026

Deleting an Item

In general, items should not be deleted. Items may be deleted if they were created in error or are confirmed duplicates. When deleting an item due to duplication, all relevant properties must be preserved in the item that is retained.

Follow these steps to delete a page or item:

Steps to Delete an Item

  1. Navigate to the Page
  Access the specific wiki item that you wish to delete.
  1. Locate the Delete Option
  In the top-right corner of the page, look for the "More", "Tools", or three-dot menu, and select the "Delete" option.
  1. Alternative Method
  On many systems, you can use the keyboard shortcut Alt+Shift+D to initiate the deletion.
  1. Provide a Reason
  A prompt will appear asking you to provide a reason for the deletion. This helps ensure proper auditing and transparency.
  1. Confirm Deletion
  Click the "Delete page" button to finalize the removal.

Important Notes

  • Always ensure you are certain before deleting an item, as recovery may not be possible.
  • Deleting an item affects its associated links, so proceed carefully.