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Replaceable non-free use File:Rolandcr78.jpg

Thanks for uploading File:Rolandcr78.jpg. I noticed that this file is being used under a claim of non-free use. However, I think that the way it is being used fails the first non-free content criterion. This criterion states that files used under claims of non-free use may have no free equivalent; in other words, if the file could be adequately covered by a freely-licensed file or by text alone, then it may not be used on Wikipedia. If you believe this file is not replaceable, please:

1. Go to the file description page and add the text {{Di-replaceable non-free use disputed|<your reason>}} below the original replaceable non-free use template, replacing <your reason> with a short explanation of why the file is not replaceable.
2. On the file's talk page, write a full explanation of why you believe the file is not replaceable.

Alternatively, you can also choose to replace this non-free media item by finding freely licensed media of the same subject, requesting that the copyright holder release this (or similar) media under a free license, or by creating new media yourself (for example, by taking your own photograph of the subject).

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I agree, sort of. However, the Roland CR-78 is now a very old drum machine. I don't own one and unless you could find someone who did, and they allowed you to take a photo of it, then it would not be possible to replace it with a free equivalent.--♦IanMacM♦ ^{(talk to me)} 16:55, 21 November 2024 (UTC)

I don't think NFC works like that.) — Ирука¹³ 17:03, 21 November 2024 (UTC)

Non-free rationale for File:Whickers World 1980 title card.jpeg

Thanks for uploading or contributing to File:Whickers World 1980 title card.jpeg. I notice the file page specifies that the file is being used under the non-free content criteria, but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia is acceptable. Please go to the file description page, and edit it to include a non-free rationale.

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"The light-weight suit, the old school tie..." A real tragedy! Martinevans123 (talk) 20:47, 8 December 2024 (UTC)

OK, I'll add Template:Non-free use rationale which I think is what is being requested here.--♦IanMacM♦ ^{(talk to me)} 07:51, 9 December 2024 (UTC)

Nadolig Llawen

Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda.
Happy Christmas and Best wishes for a peaceful 2025: "Gabriel's Message" performed by the Winchester Cathedral Choir.
("Birjina gaztetto bat zegoen", Basque folk carol)

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Martinevans123 (talk) 15:54, 20 December 2024 (UTC)

Merry Christmas! [1]--♦IanMacM♦ ^{(talk to me)} 16:32, 20 December 2024 (UTC)