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	<h2>Deleting a Synonym

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1. The accepted name to which the synonym you wish to delete has to be open in the <strong>Taxon Name</strong> panel (see <strong>The Taxon Name Panel </strong> on page 24 to learn how to search for and open a taxon record).

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		2. When the record is open, point the mouse arrow into the text box of the synonym you want to delete within the <strong>Taxon Name</strong> panel.

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		3. Click the right mouse button; a drop-down menu will appear.

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		4. Click the <strong>delete</strong> option.

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		5. Save your changes (see <strong>Saving your Work</strong> on page 77).

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