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* Ensure the replacement link is provided in the format: '''[[ToolName|a newer alternative]]''' within the respective page.
* Ensure the replacement link is provided in the format: '''[[ToolName|a newer alternative]]''' within the respective page.


== Limitations ==
* Using the [[Template:Software|Software Template]] with this template is contraindicated, since this template only creates a replacement link.


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Revision as of 05:26, 21 November 2023

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This is a documentation subpage for Template:Instead.
Don't forget to purge the contents of the base page upon creating or editing this subpage.

Usage

Use this template to indicate that a specified tool or item is outdated and suggest considering a newer alternative.


{{instead|Gabe Newell}}

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Instead/doc is outdated. Consider using a newer alternative.

Parameters

ToolName (required): Specifies the name of the tool or item that is considered outdated.

Examples

{{instead}} {{instead}}

Notes

  • If the specified tool or item exists as a page, it will generate a message suggesting a newer alternative.
  • Ensure the replacement link is provided in the format: a newer alternative within the respective page.

Limitations

  • Using the Software Template with this template is contraindicated, since this template only creates a replacement link.