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==Differences in the English Language==
As this is an English-language wiki, there is the potential for disagreements regarding the use of certain versions of English. For example, the difference between American English and British English in the spelling of common words (color/colour) or the use of certain phrases not well-known in other English-speaking locations. In cases of mere spelling discrepancies, articles should be made uniform in spelling, but edits should not be made simply to change the spelling of words to reflect an editor's native spelling. However, if a phrase or term is used that is not widely-known in other parts of the English-speaking world, words or phrases that are more universally-understood should be used instead.
===Terminology for Article Titles, Ride Boxes, Images ect.===
Many similar [[rides]] and [[:Category:Shops and Stalls|shops]] go with different names in various versions of RCT. These are caused by differences in British and American versions, and variations between [[RCT1]] and [[RCT2]].
In cases where the title of a page or article may be different depending on locality (for example, ''Corkscrew Follies'' was also released as ''Added Attractions''), an acceptable compromise should be made. This may include a collaborative title ([[Corkscrew Follies/Added Attractions]]), or may be in the form of an auto-Redirect page to one title (for example, setting up a page for ''Corkscrew Follies'' that automatically moves readers to the ''Added Attractions'' page). Major or controversial names or moves should be open to community discussion and decision.▼
▲<s>In cases where the title of a page or article may be different depending on locality (for example, ''Corkscrew Follies'' was also released as ''Added Attractions''), an acceptable compromise should be made. This may include a collaborative title ([[Corkscrew Follies/Added Attractions]]), or may be in the form of an auto-Redirect page to one title (for example, setting up a page for ''Corkscrew Follies'' that automatically moves readers to the ''Added Attractions'' page).</s> Major or controversial names or moves
The general policy is to <u>use the original British names</u> as the game originates in Great Britain, <u>and RCT2 names</u> because it is the later/newer version of the classic 2D games.
It's especially important to use consistent naming for ride boxes and their associated images, as these can break if names do not match.
{| class="wikitable" | ' Preferred name || Non-preferred names |-| Toffee Apple Stall Candy Stand, Stall, Stand|-| Toilets Bathroom, Restroom, Toilet|}
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