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The M template is used if users to mark a page for Speedy Move. This process is required for users who are unable to move the page/file themselves, and require the help of other users to perform the move. Speedy Move should only be used for cases that fit certain criteria. Read the Criteria for speedy move page first to see if it truly is a candidate.

This template also adds pages to Category:Speedy move candidates.

Usage

{{M|Reason(s)}}

{{M|Reason(s)|New name}}

The second unnamed parameter is optional. It is used to recommend a new name for the page in question.

Examples

{{M|The page name doesnt reflect its content}}

a→b
This template is a candidate for speedy move.
Reason: The page name doesn't reflect its content
Click here to move as suggested. Before moving, check what links to this page, the page history, and the page log.


See also

Template data

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The following information is used by extensions and applications, such as VisualEditor, to help users implement this template onto pages. Please ensure that it is up-to-date.

This template is used to mark a page for speedy move. For more info, see the template's documentation.

Template parameters

This template prefers inline formatting of parameters.

ParameterDescriptionTypeStatus
Reason1

Reason for speedy move.

Stringsuggested
New name2

Suggested new name for the page.

Stringsuggested
Nocatnocat

Set to 'yes' to suppress adding category to page. Useful for examples.

Stringoptional