User:Rollo44/Don't just stand there
Don't just stand there and tell others what to do. If you see a problem that needs fixing, don't just point it out to others and expect them to get it done.
What is acceptable?
- a division of labor between experienced editors who prefer to give guidance and editors who do the actual editing.
- for someone who is busy to point something out and move along.
- to point out a problem to someone more experienced with a certain article.
What is not acceptable?
- for several people to point out the same flaw in an article and do nothing about it. — This can be particularly evident in AfD, FAR, and FARC discussions.
This essay was inspired by the following page and other situations we are all familiar with.
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