Template:Permarc/doc

This template is supposed to assist in permalink archiving.

Method 1
Here is one method, easier than the second, but not as attractive.
 * 1) Confirm that  is there and copy the ID.
 * 2) Edit the current page and in the archive box (You will need one) add:
 * to the bottom.
 * Example:
 * Will add:
 * If you leave out the user name, it defaults to the user name of the talk page it is used on.
 * 1) Before saving, remove the old talk page content.

Method 2
This one will not require, and looks better, but has more steps. Archive ID:
 * 1) Remove all of your headings (including the archive box) and replace them with archive
 * 1) Copy down the "Archive ID".
 * 2) Undo your edits- but don't save it!
 * 3) Remove all of the content of your talk page, use the template as described above.
 * 4) Fix your edit summary and save.

A benefit to permalink-based archiving is that it archives pages only when needed, such as when the page gets full. This is good for slowly-expanding pages, where a time-based archiving system is unfeasible.