Semicolon Guide

Rule 1:
In place of a period to separate two sentences where the conjunction has been left out

Ex: Leave the paper on the table; I will get it tomorrow.

Rule 2:
Use before introductory words when they introduce a complete sentence.

Ex: Bring needed supplies; for example, a pillow and food.

Rule 3:
Separate units of a series when one or more of the units contain commas.

Ex: The store locations are San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; and Chicago, IL.

Rule 4:
Between two sentences conjoined by a conjunction when one or more commas appear in the first sentence.

Ex: in the morning, she woke up; and ate breakfast.