Help:Editing
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| Your Guide to Editing & Contributing to the Wiki |
✏️ Getting Started
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.
If you’re new to wiki editing, don’t worry! Editing follows MediaWiki markup, which is easy to learn.
You'll need an account to begin contributing to our wiki (this is to prevent spam...). But don't worry, it takes two seconds!
New users are required to make 3 (good) contributions before being added into the automoderated role.
🔍 Basic Editing
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.
- Use double square brackets to link to other pages → `Page Name`
- Use `Triple Apostrophes` for '''bold''' text → `Bold`
- Use `Double Apostrophes` for 'italic' text → `Italic`
- Headings are made with equal signs: `== Section Title ==`
- Lists can be created with:
* `*` for bulleted lists * `#` for numbered lists
🖋️ Formatting Guide
| Markup | Output |
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| '''Bold Text''' | Bold Text |
| ''Italic Text'' | Italic Text |
| == Heading Level 2 == | == Heading Level 2 == |
| [[Page Name]] | Page Name |
| [https://example.com External Link] | External Link |
| * Bullet List |
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| # Numbered List |
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| {| class="wikitable" | Creates a table |
📌 Creating a New Page
To create a new page: 1. Search for the page title – If it doesn’t exist, you can create it. 2. Click "Create" to start editing. 3. Use standard formatting to structure your content. 4. Save your changes with an edit summary.
If unsure, check Help:Page Structure for guidance on structuring new pages.
🔧 Advanced Editing
For experienced users, the following features help enhance content quality:
- **Templates** – Use pre-formatted templates for consistency Template:Infobox_computer, Warning).
- **Tables** – Organize data using `wikitable` class.
- **Images** – Upload images via **Special:Upload** and insert using File:Example.jpg|thumb|Description.
- **Categories** – Add `` at the bottom of a page to categorize it.
⚠️ Editing Guidelines
When editing, please follow these rules: ✅ Keep content factual and relevant ✅ Use proper formatting for readability ✅ Cite sources when necessary ✅ Be respectful of other contributors ❌ Do not add spam or unverified information
If you need assistance, visit our Editing Help Forum.
🔗 Related Help Pages
- Help:Formatting – Advanced formatting tips
- Help:Page Structure – How to structure pages correctly
- Help:Templates – Using and creating wiki templates
- Help:Categories – Organizing pages with categories
- Help:Uploading Images – Adding images to the wiki
🛠️ Get Involved!
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.
Happy Editing! 🎉 — The RetroTechCollection Wiki Team