Template:Dcbox top/doc

This meta-template is used to generate a box to envelop and set apart closed/archived discussions on a talk page or noticeboard.

It should not be used directly on pages by itself. One of the pre-existing derivative templates should be used. If there is no suitable derivative already, a new one can be created.

Usage
Two templates—a top and a bottom—are required to make this templating function. The top template should be placed at the beginning of the discussion just below section header and the bottom template at the end of the discussion.

Top
Dcbox top can be used to show several pieces of formatted information. All parameters are optional.

Bottom
Dcbox bottom can be used to show a reminder message at the bottom of the discussion. Otherwise, just use  to close the dcbox.