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extension implements the ability to create styles for the cite link labels. Although the ability to create in-text cite label styles is unlimited, the matching reference list label styles are currently limited to those supported by the CSS
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The default in-text cite links and reference list backlinks use numeric labels automatically generated by the software. The labels are linked to provide a connection between the in-text cite and the reference list cite.
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is the name given to the group. However, by using certain reserved group names, it is possible to make the labels appear in a different form, such as , , etc. or , , etc.
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The in-text link labels will be retrieved from the MediaWiki label page, thus they should show regardless of browser. The reference list labels are styled by the CSS
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Special group names have been defined which give alternative sequences, such as alphabetical and roman numerals, instead of Arabic numerals.
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This help page is mainly of technical interest to those who are creating new label styles. For the use of defined styles, refer to
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In this example, the super-scripted, in-text cites use a numeric label that matches the citation in the reference list:
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values. A browser that does not support the value will revert to the default decimal label in the reference list.
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Further examples, technical information and instructions for creating new reserved groups can be found below.
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The reference list is an ordered list and uses numbers that don't match the in-text cite labels
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gets classed as a reference, so you can't use a wikilink in the message to link to a help page
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are used on Knowledge (XXG) pages, the default form of the footnote labels is , , , etc. When
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Only admins can perform these actions. Non-admins may request additions on the talk page.
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It explains concepts or processes used by the Knowledge (XXG) community. It is not one of
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Decide on a name for the cite label style group name. It should match the associated CSS
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For example, a footnote which is to appear in the i, ii, iii... group can be written as:
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element may be added. Not all styles are supported by all browsers— see the list below.
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If there are browser limitations, document them in the notice at the top of the page.
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An error message indicates when there are more cites than there are link labels:
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and populate it with the Greek alphabet. Then use "lower-greek" as the groupname.
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The Sun is pretty big, but the Moon is not so big. The Sun is also quite hot.
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attribute, the footnotes will be displayed with the default Arabic numerals.
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To generate the list of the footnotes in that group, use for example
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Discuss the new style on the talk page and gain consensus.
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Create the style list at MediaWiki:cite_link_label_group-
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Ran out of custom link labels for group "$ 1" (see the
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These sequences will only work properly when using the
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Note that the decimal style is handled by the default
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how-to guide
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MediaWiki:cite link label group-decimal
MediaWiki:cite link label group-lower-alpha
MediaWiki:cite link label group-upper-alpha
MediaWiki:cite link label group-lower-greek
MediaWiki:cite link label group-lower-roman
MediaWiki:cite link label group-upper-roman
MediaWiki:cite link label group-error-test
Special:PrefixIndex
Cite link label group-decimal
Cite link label group-error-test
Cite link label group-lower-alpha
Cite link label group-lower-greek
Cite link label group-lower-roman

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