Help:Editing

Welcome to the Editing Help page! This guide will walk you through the basics of editing pages on this wiki.

1. How to Edit a Page

To edit a page on this wiki, follow these simple steps:

1. Navigate to the page you want to edit.
2. Click the "Edit" button at the top of the page. This will open the page in the editor.
3. Make your changes using the text editor. You can add new content, modify existing text, or remove content.
4. Preview your changes by clicking the "Show Preview" button. This will allow you to see what the page will look like before saving.
5. Save your changes by clicking the "Save Changes" button. You can also add an edit summary to explain what changes you made.

2. Formatting Text

Here are some basic text formatting options you can use in the editor:

• Bold: Use three apostrophes on either side of the text, like this: 'bold text.
• Italic: Use two apostrophes, like this: italic text.
• Links: To create a link to another page, enclose the page title in double square brackets, like this: Page Title.
• Lists:

 * Unordered list: Use asteris (*) for each item, like this:
   * Item 1
   * Item 2
 * Ordered list: Use hash (#) for numbered items, like this:
   # First item
   # Second item

3. Adding Images

To add an image to a page:

1. Upload the image by clicking on "Upload file" under the "Tools" menu. 2. After uploading, use the following syntax to add it to your page:

File:Filename.jpg

caption text

  Replace `Filename.jpg` with the actual name of the image file, and `caption text` with a description for the image.

4. Creating New Pages

To create a new page:

1. Search for the page title in the search box. If it doesn't exist, you'll see a link to create it.
2. Click on the "Create the page" link.
3. Add content to the page in the editor, then save it.

5. Editing Sections

If you only want to edit a specific section of a page, you can use the section edit button (pencil icon) next to the section heading. This will open the editor for just that section.

6. Using Templates

Templates are reusable pieces of code that can be inserted into a page. To use a template, use the following syntax: Template:TemplateName

If the template requires parameters, you can add them like this: Template:TemplateName

7. Edit Summary

When you save your changes, you will be asked to add an edit summary. This helps other users understand what changes you made to the page. A good summary is clear, concise, and descriptive of your changes.

8. Saving Your Changes

Once you’ve finished editing, you can:

• Save the page: This will immediately apply your changes.
• Show preview: This will let you see your changes before saving them.
• Cancel: This will discard your changes and leave the page unchanged.

9. Common Formatting Issues

If you encounter any problems with formatting, check for the following:

• Unclosed tags: Ensure that all tags (like , ) are properly closed.
• Improper link formatting: Make sure that links use correct syntax, such as Page Title for internal links or external link for external links.

10. Advanced Editing (Wikitext)

If you’re comfortable with coding, you can switch to the wikitext editor for more advanced editing. Wikitext is a markup language that allows you to create more complex formatting, such as tables, infoboxes, and custom templates.