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Sometimes admins want to view a deleted page while participating at DRV or to answer a question as to why a page was deleted. Some admins choose to be administrators who will provide copies of deleted articles. Also, you might want to view deleted contributions of an editor as part of determining whether they are a sock puppet.
The viewing deleted pages procedure is a little tricky, but easy after one or two attempts. Nothing really happens when you view a deleted page, so there is no admin etiquette involved.
Below is a step by step guide on how to view a deleted page without actually restoring it. Follow the instructions through and view the deleted page as the guide says to practice.