Welcome to the WikiToon Help Center! This page provides guidance on editing, policies, and general participation in the WikiToon community. If you're new, start with the basics and explore the resources below.
1. Getting Started
New to WikiToon? Follow these steps:
- Read the WikiToon:Guidelines to understand editing principles.
- Learn how to contribute with WikiToon:How to Edit.
- Review the WikiToon:Notability Criteria to ensure topics meet our standards.
- Practice editing in the WikiToon:Sandbox before making real changes.
If you need quick help, ask a question at the WikiToon:Help Desk.
2. Editing Help
How to Edit an Article
1. Click the "Edit" button at the top of an article. 2. Make changes using the wiki markup language or the visual editor. 3. Click "Show Preview" to check your edits. 4. Provide a brief summary of changes in the Edit Summary box. 5. Click "Save Changes" when you're satisfied.
For a detailed guide, see WikiToon:How to Edit.
Formatting Basics
Use the following syntax for common formatting:
- Bold text: `Bold`
- Italic text: `Italic`
- Internal link: `Page Name`
- [External link](http://example.com): `Link Text`
- Headings:
Heading Level 2 == === Heading Level 3 =
For more, visit WikiToon:Formatting Guide.
3. Policies and Guidelines
To ensure quality and fairness, all edits must follow:
- WikiToon:Content Policies – General rules for writing and sourcing.
- WikiToon:Image Use Policy – Rules for uploading and using images.
- WikiToon:Notability Criteria – What qualifies as a notable topic.
4. Finding and Creating Articles
Looking for something?
- Use the Search Bar to find existing articles.
- Browse by category: Special:Categories
- Check WikiToon:Article Requests for suggested topics.
Want to create a new article? 1. Search the topic to ensure it doesn’t already exist. 2. If it’s not found, create a new page using this structure:
= Article Title = Introduction: A brief summary of the topic.
== Background == Provide historical or contextual information.
== Key Details == Expand on key aspects, using subheadings where necessary.
== Impact == Discuss the influence or significance of the topic.
== References ==
3. Add reliable sources and save the page.
5. Reporting Issues
If you find problems like vandalism, copyright violations, or disruptive edits:
- Revert the changes and leave a note in the Edit Summary.
- Report issues on the WikiToon:Administrators' Noticeboard.
- Discuss concerns on an article’s Talk Page.
6. Where to Get Help
- Ask a Question: WikiToon:Help Desk
- Community Discussions: WikiToon:Village Pump
- Technical Issues: WikiToon:Technical Support
- Administrator Support: WikiToon:Administrators
7. Useful Links
- WikiToon:Recent Changes – Track the latest edits.
- WikiToon:Community Portal – Engage with the community.
- WikiToon:Style Guide – Learn how to format articles properly.
Thank you for being part of the WikiToon community! 🚀