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[[BoroondaraWiki]] relies on editors contributing information. We encourage site contributers to [[Wikipedia:Wikipedia:Be bold|be bold]] and add content. | [[BoroondaraWiki]] relies on editors contributing information. We encourage site contributers to [[Wikipedia:Wikipedia:Be bold|be bold]] and add content. | ||
== Introduction == | ==Introduction== | ||
Some general principles to consider when editing a page: | Some general principles to consider when editing a page: | ||
* '''Be bold!''' If you see a mistake or something that needs improvement, fix it yourself. | * '''Be bold!''' If you see a mistake or something that needs improvement, fix it yourself. | ||
* '''Use sub-headings.''' These help to organise articles. Sub-headings also make finding information easier. | * '''Use sub-headings.''' These help to organise articles. Sub-headings also make finding information easier. | ||
== Editing page == | ==Editing a page== | ||
At the top of every page are several navigation tabs. | |||
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You are now ready to start contributing! Have a look at any existing content and see what knowledge and information you can contribute. Remember: '''be bold''' and do not be afraid to add something, even if you do not think that it is necessarily very important or noteworthy. | |||
== Adding a file == | For information on researching content, please see the main help article on research linked above. | ||
==Creating a new page== | |||
==Editing an existing page== | |||
==Adding a file== | |||
Including media in an article often helps to communicate its contents. Whether that be a photo, map or something else, adding a file is a good way to improve BoroondaraWiki. | Including media in an article often helps to communicate its contents. Whether that be a photo, map or something else, adding a file is a good way to improve BoroondaraWiki. | ||
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If you would like to upload a new file that is not already included on the wiki, see [[Help:Media]]. | If you would like to upload a new file that is not already included on the wiki, see [[Help:Media]]. | ||
== Adding categories and templates == | ==Adding categories and templates== | ||
=== Categories === | ===Categories=== | ||
Some best pratice to consider when adding categories: | Some best pratice to consider when adding categories: | ||
* Content should only be placed in its sub-category. For example, a photo of [[Balwyn]] would be placed in [[:Category:Balwyn|Category:Balwyn]], not in [[:Category:Suburbs|Category:Suburbs]]. | * Content should only be placed in its sub-category. For example, a photo of [[Balwyn]] would be placed in [[:Category:Balwyn|Category:Balwyn]], not in [[:Category:Suburbs|Category:Suburbs]]. | ||
* Create sub-categories if required. When doing so, make sure that any relevant existing content is also moved into the new sub-category. | * Create sub-categories if required. When doing so, make sure that any relevant existing content is also moved into the new sub-category. | ||
== Previewing changes == | ==Previewing changes== | ||
== Saving changes == | ==Saving changes== | ||
[[Category:Help]] | [[Category:Help]] |