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The '''RTC Wiki Editing Tools''' are a suite of gadgets designed to speed up article creation on the RetroTechCollection Wiki.
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== Available Tools ==
 
=== Infobox Generator ===
'''Access:''' [[Special:BlankPage/InfoboxGenerator]] or via the toolbar button when editing an article.
 
A form-based tool for generating infobox wikitext. Supports both '''Computer''' and '''Peripheral/Accessory''' infobox types.
 
'''Features:'''
* Form fields for all infobox parameters
* Auto-linking for predecessor/successor fields
* Correct image formatting (File: prefix, sizing)
* Live preview via the wiki's parser
* Copy to clipboard
* Direct insertion into the editor
 
=== Spec Sheet Importer ===
'''Access:''' [[Special:BlankPage/SpecImporter]]
 
Imports technical specifications from [https://everymac.com EveryMac.com] and maps them to RTC Wiki infobox fields.
 
'''Features:'''
* Search EveryMac by model name
* Quick-select dropdown for common Macintosh models
* Full spec display with editable infobox field mapping
* Side-by-side view: mapped fields + raw EveryMac data for reference
* Generate infobox wikitext directly or fill the Infobox Generator form
* Server-side caching (24 hours) to reduce EveryMac requests
 
'''Supported data mapping:'''
* Release/discontinuation dates
* CPU (processor type + speed)
* Memory (standard + maximum)
* Storage (HDD, floppy, optical)
* Display (built-in + resolution)
* Sound capabilities
* Dimensions and weight
* OS support range
* Pricing
* Model numbers
* Case type → infobox type mapping
 
== How to Enable ==
 
Both tools are enabled by default. You can manage them in [[Special:Preferences#mw-prefsection-gadgets|Preferences → Gadgets]] under "Editing tools".
 
When enabled, both tools add links to the sidebar under "Tools":
* '''Infobox Generator'''
* '''Spec Importer'''
 
== Workflow ==
 
A typical workflow for creating a new article:
 
# Open the '''Spec Importer''' ([[Special:BlankPage/SpecImporter]])
# Search for the model (e.g. "Macintosh IIsi")
# Review and edit the imported specs
# Click "Generate Infobox Wikitext" — the wikitext is copied to clipboard
# Create the new article and paste the infobox at the top
# Continue writing the article using the style guides
 
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