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How to add hidden editor notes in an article
Have you ever needed to post an important message to all editors about an article, on the article itself, but thought it would stick out like a sore thumb and ruin the article if you did? Are you reverting many edits on an article because editors just aren't seeing the important message or special instructions on the talk page? The solution is that you can insert hidden text in the article! That way, only the people editing the page will see your message! Here is how to insert a hidden comment:
Once you have completed those 3 easy steps, you won't be reverting as many mistakes! For example, the following hidden comment has been used in the Meaning of life article, in the Popular views section:
Some more examples of pages that have hidden messages include: Read more: |
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