Template:Blockquote
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Blockquote
Creates a properly formatted block quotation for longer quotes.
Quick start
{{Blockquote|This is the quoted text.}}
With attribution
{{Blockquote
| text = Milady defined an alternative, a new net art for a new internet.
| author = Charlotte Fang
| source = Golden Light
}}
Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
text / 1 |
Quote text — required |
author |
Person being quoted |
source |
Source publication/work |
title |
Title of specific work (italicized) |
character |
Fictional character speaking |
Examples
Simple quote:
{{Blockquote|This chance. This infinity. This rising up of thoughts in the face of God.}}
Quote with character:
{{Blockquote
| text = We are all miladies now.
| character = Anonymous user
| source = /lit/ board
}}
When to use
- For quotations of approximately 40+ words
- Do NOT enclose block quotations in quotation marks
- Always include inline citations