Template:LinkCatIfExists

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This a simple helper template, to be used in other templates. It displays a link to a category if that category exists; otherwise it just displays plaintext.

An optional display text may be added as a second parameter

Usage

{{LinkCatIfExists|CategoryName|OptionalDisplayText}}

Simple usage

{{LinkCatIfExists|CategoryName}}

Examples:

• {{LinkCatIfExists|A non-existent category}} → A non-existent category
• {{LinkCatIfExists|United States}} → United States

With optional display text

{{LinkCatIfExists|CategoryName|DisplayText}}

Examples:

• {{LinkCatIfExists|A non-existent category|Foo}} → Foo
• {{LinkCatIfExists|United States|USA}} → USA

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