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I tried this, but kept getting a message that said it was not possible. What do I do?

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You can read Fix a Cite Error on a wikiHow Article to try to fix it, or the source might have triggered the spam filter.

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Why are my links being removed by established wikiHow editors, even though they are reliable sources?

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Make sure your links comply with the external links policy on wikiHow. If your link doesn't significantly contribute to the article or isn't very relevant, it will likely be removed.

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How do you write 'citation needed' on an article?

Victoria

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Place {{fact}} next to the statement you feel could benefit from being backed up with a source.

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I tried this, but I don't get a numbered citation. The sources appear as links in the steps.

Verin

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Check to see if you placed the tags properly. The tag at the end must include a forward slash (/).

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Is there a list of sources labeled as "trustworthy" on wikiHow?

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Sources with domains like .edu and .gov are generally considered more trustworthy due to their security and authenticity. Be cautious with information from blog posts.

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