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| == ✏️ Getting Started ==
| | Every page on the RetroTechCollection Wiki has an '''Edit''' button. Click it to start making changes. |
| Welcome to the '''RetroTechCollection Wiki'''! This page provides a '''step-by-step guide on editing pages''', creating new articles, formatting content, and contributing to the wiki.
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| If you’re new to wiki editing, don’t worry! Editing follows '''MediaWiki markup''', which is easy to learn.
| | === Source Editor === |
| | The source editor lets you write in '''wikitext''' — the markup language used by MediaWiki. Here are the basics: |
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| You'll need an account to begin contributing to our wiki (this is to prevent spam...). But don't worry, it takes two seconds!
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| New users are required to make 3 (good) contributions before being added into the automoderated role.
| | ! What You Type !! What You Get |
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| == 🔍 Basic Editing == | | | <code><nowiki>'''bold text'''</nowiki></code> || '''bold text''' |
| To edit a page, simply '''click the "Edit" tab''' at the top of any article. This opens the editor, where you can modify text, fix errors, and improve content.
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| * Use '''double square brackets''' to link to other pages → `[[Page Name]]`
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| * Use `'''Triple Apostrophes'''` for <nowiki>'''bold'''</nowiki> text → `'''Bold'''`
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| * Use `''Double Apostrophes''` for <nowiki>'italic'</nowiki> text → `''Italic''`
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| * Headings are made with equal signs: `== Section Title ==`
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| * Lists can be created with:
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| * `*` for bulleted lists
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| * `#` for numbered lists
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| == 🖋️ Formatting Guide ==
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| ! style="background-color:#6CAEE0; color:white;" | Markup !! style="background-color:#6CAEE0; color:white;" | Output
| | | <code><nowiki>''italic text''</nowiki></code> || ''italic text'' |
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| | <nowiki>'''Bold Text'''</nowiki> || '''Bold Text''' | | | <code><nowiki>== Heading ==</nowiki></code> || A section heading |
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| | <nowiki>''Italic Text''</nowiki> || ''Italic Text'' | | | <code><nowiki>=== Subheading ===</nowiki></code> || A subsection heading |
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| | <nowiki>== Heading Level 2 ==</nowiki> || == Heading Level 2 == | | | <code><nowiki>[[Page Name]]</nowiki></code> || A link to another wiki page |
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| | <nowiki>[[Page Name]]</nowiki> || [[Page Name]] | | | <code><nowiki>[[Page Name|Display Text]]</nowiki></code> || A link with custom text |
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| | <nowiki>[https://example.com External Link]</nowiki> || [https://example.com External Link] | | | <code><nowiki>[https://example.com Text]</nowiki></code> || An external link |
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| | <nowiki>* Bullet List</nowiki> || | | | <code><nowiki>* Item</nowiki></code> || A bullet point |
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| | <nowiki># Numbered List</nowiki> || | | | <code><nowiki># Item</nowiki></code> || A numbered list item |
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| | <nowiki>{| class="wikitable"</nowiki> || Creates a ''table'' | | | <code><nowiki><ref>{{cite web |url=... |title=...}}</ref></nowiki></code> || A reference citation |
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| == 📌 Creating a New Page == | | === Visual Editor === |
| To create a new page:
| | The Visual Editor provides a word-processor-like editing experience. Click '''Edit''' and you can format text, add links, and insert images without knowing wikitext. |
| 1. '''Search for the page title''' – If it doesn’t exist, you can create it.
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| 2. '''Click "Create"''' to start editing.
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| 3. '''Use standard formatting''' to structure your content.
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| 4. '''Save your changes''' with an edit summary.
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| If unsure, check '''[[Help:Page Structure]]''' for guidance on structuring new pages.
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| == 🔧 Advanced Editing ==
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| For experienced users, the following features help enhance content quality:
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| * **Templates** – Use pre-formatted templates for consistency Template:Infobox_computer, Warning).
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| * **Tables** – Organize data using `wikitable` class.
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| * **Images** – Upload images via **Special:Upload** and insert using File:Example.jpg|thumb|Description.
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| * **Categories** – Add `[[Category:Example]]` at the bottom of a page to categorize it.
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| == ⚠️ Editing Guidelines ==
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| When editing, please follow these rules:
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| ✅ **Keep content factual and relevant**
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| ✅ **Use proper formatting for readability**
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| ✅ **Cite sources when necessary**
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| ✅ **Be respectful of other contributors**
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| ❌ **Do not add spam or unverified information**
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| If you need assistance, visit our **[https://forum.retrotechcollection.com Editing Help Forum]**.
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| == 🔗 Related Help Pages ==
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| * [[Help:Formatting]] – Advanced formatting tips
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| * [[Help:Page Structure]] – How to structure pages correctly
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| * [[Help:Templates]] – Using and creating wiki templates
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| * [[Help:Categories]] – Organizing pages with categories
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| * [[Help:Uploading Images]] – Adding images to the wiki
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| == 🛠️ Get Involved! == | | == Saving Your Changes == |
| Editing and improving articles is the **best way to contribute to the wiki**! If you're ready to help, jump in and start editing, or visit our **community forums** for collaboration.
| | * Write a brief '''edit summary''' describing what you changed |
| | * Use '''Show preview''' to check your work before saving |
| | * Click '''Publish changes''' when you are satisfied |
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| Happy Editing! 🎉
| | == See Also == |
| — The RetroTechCollection Wiki Team
| | * [[Help:Wikitext|Wikitext reference]] |
| | * [[RetroTechCollection:Editing Tools|Editing Tools]] |
| | * [[RetroTechCollection:Citing sources|Citing Sources]] |
| | * [[Help:Contents|Help Contents]] |
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| [[Category:Help Pages]] | | [[Category:Help]] |
Every page on the RetroTechCollection Wiki has an Edit button. Click it to start making changes.
The source editor lets you write in wikitext — the markup language used by MediaWiki. Here are the basics:
| What You Type |
What You Get
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'''bold text''' |
bold text
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''italic text'' |
italic text
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== Heading == |
A section heading
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=== Subheading === |
A subsection heading
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[[Page Name]] |
A link to another wiki page
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[[Page Name|Display Text]] |
A link with custom text
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[https://example.com Text] |
An external link
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* Item |
A bullet point
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# Item |
A numbered list item
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<ref>{{cite web |url=... |title=...}}</ref> |
A reference citation
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The Visual Editor provides a word-processor-like editing experience. Click Edit and you can format text, add links, and insert images without knowing wikitext.
- Write a brief edit summary describing what you changed
- Use Show preview to check your work before saving
- Click Publish changes when you are satisfied
