space before comma

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Hi

Can any one tell me the comma placement in this particular line.

+++++++, the author, explores this possibility through his book +++++++, a ++++++++++++.

Should I give a space between [/i] and comma? Like this..

+++++++ , a ++++++++++++.

Or not? Kindly guide. Thanks
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I moved your topic to the correct forum.

It will help if you give the entire sentence, but there shouldn't be a space before a comma.
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@Gal Malka the author explores this dangerous possibility through his book ×××××××÷, a science fiction novel set in an apocalyptic world.

Should there be a space after [/i]
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Kanika Tandon wrote: 15 May 2022, 07:38 @Gal Malka the author explores this dangerous possibility through his book ×××××××÷, a science fiction novel set in an apocalyptic world.

Should there be a space after [/i]
No, there shouldn't be a space after the [/i]. The space should be after the comma.

For example: The author explores this dangerous possibility through his book Firekind, a science fiction novel set in an apocalyptic world.

I will put it in code so you will see what I did:

Code: Select all

The author explores this dangerous possibility through his book [i]Firekind[/i], a science fiction novel set in an apocalyptic world.
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Got it Thank you Gali.:)
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Kanika Tandon wrote: 15 May 2022, 10:18 Got it Thank you Gali.:)
You're welcome! :)
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Post by Acalaue João »

If you read well the guidelines, you know that you can insert commas or periods inside the space you put the titles or ratings.
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