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This page is about the format that should be followed when creating or editing pages on any [[:Category:Ships|ship]] in Galaxy. However, if you have not already done so: please read the [[ | This page is about the format that should be followed when creating or editing pages on any [[:Category:Ships|ship]] or other types of entities in Galaxy. However, if you have not already done so: please read the [[Galaxypedia:Terms of Service|Terms of Service]]. | ||
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Note: '''The formatting policy may be subject to change.''' Please check this page every now and then to see if there are any changes. | Note: '''The formatting policy may be subject to change.''' Please check this page every now and then to see if there are any changes. | ||
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== Basic Editing Do's and | == Basic Editing Do's and Don'ts == | ||
* <span style="color:green">'''Do'''</span> proofread your edits before you publish them. | * <span style="color:green">'''Do'''</span> proofread your edits before you publish them. | ||
* <span style="color:red">'''Don't'''</span> put inaccurate or unverified information on a page unless otherwise noted with a question mark (?). | * <span style="color:red">'''Don't'''</span> put inaccurate or unverified information on a page unless otherwise noted with a question mark (?). | ||
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* <span style="color:red">'''Don't'''</span> start or intervene in hostile arguments on discussion pages. If you do see such a thing happening, contact Galaxypedia staff right away. | * <span style="color:red">'''Don't'''</span> start or intervene in hostile arguments on discussion pages. If you do see such a thing happening, contact Galaxypedia staff right away. | ||
This goes without saying, but <span style="color:#FA0004"><u>'''never put your personal opinions on any informational (any non-discussion) page!'''</u></span> The Galaxypedia's informational pages serve only as an article of information from which the reader is able to make their own decisions and conclusions based on the information; not articles holding opinionated information | This goes without saying, but <span style="color:#FA0004"><u>'''never put your personal opinions on any informational (any non-discussion) page!'''</u></span> The Galaxypedia's informational pages serve only as an article of information from which the reader is able to make their own decisions and conclusions based on the information; not articles holding opinionated information which then spreads the personal bias to others. This is also stated in the [[Galaxypedia:Terms of Service#4.3_General_Editing_Guidelines|Galaxypedia Terms of Service: General Editing Guidelines]]. An example of subjective information: "The [[Zhen]], while powerful, is more expensive than your average [[:Category:Dreadnought|dreadnought]]. You would be better off buying a dreadnought instead." | ||
The only time you may put subjective information on a page is if it is acceptable within the editing format used for the type of page or related to the article topic, ''and'' there is some type of clearly visible disclaimer stating that the information is subjective. If you are unsure whether or not you can put subjective information on a page, do not hesitate to contact [[Galaxypedia Staff]]. | The only time you may put subjective information on a page is if it is acceptable within the editing format used for the type of page or related to the article topic, ''and'' there is some type of clearly visible disclaimer stating that the information is subjective. If you are unsure whether or not you can put subjective information on a page, do not hesitate to contact [[Galaxypedia Staff]]. | ||
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Visit the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Editing MediaWiki Editing Help] page to get started, or contact Galaxypedia Staff. | Visit the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Editing MediaWiki Editing Help] page to get started, or contact Galaxypedia Staff. | ||
== Top of | == Top of The Page (Notices and Information) == | ||
When creating/editing a ship page, consider the following: | When creating/editing a ship page, consider the following: | ||
# Do you (or the page) have full, complete information (including images) on the ship you are creating a page on? | # Do you (or the page) have full, complete information (including images) on the ship you are creating a page on? | ||
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If you need help in using MediaWiki formatting tags, visit the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting MediaWiki Formatting Help] page. To see an example of references and a reference list properly used, see the [[Osiris Legion]] page. | If you need help in using MediaWiki formatting tags, visit the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting MediaWiki Formatting Help] page. To see an example of references and a reference list properly used, see the [[Osiris Legion]] page. | ||
If you are confused about citations, they serve to reference information used from another domain; giving credit to the people that wrote the information in the first place. You may be wondering why this is necessary, and this is because '''''plagiarism''''' is not tolerated. <u>Plagiarism is taking someone else's work, and using it in your own without their permission</u>; which is not only greatly frowned upon, but also can cause issues beyond staining your own reputation. This is also mentioned in the [[ | If you are confused about citations, they serve to reference information used from another domain; giving credit to the people that wrote the information in the first place. You may be wondering why this is necessary, and this is because '''''plagiarism''''' is not tolerated. <u>Plagiarism is taking someone else's work, and using it in your own without their permission</u>; which is not only greatly frowned upon, but also can cause issues beyond staining your own reputation. This is also mentioned in the [[Galaxypedia:Terms of Service#4._Rules,_Policies,_Guidelines|Terms of Service: Rules, Policies, Guidelines]]. | ||
On another note, please ensure you use the No Table Of Contents formatting tag at the bottom of every ship page; as well as related categories. An example is shown below for reference:<br> | On another note, please ensure you use the No Table Of Contents formatting tag at the bottom of every ship page; as well as related categories. An example is shown below for reference:<br> | ||
[[File:BottomOfPage-Example.png|Example of what the bottom of any ship page should look like.]]</br> | [[File:BottomOfPage-Example.png|Example of what the bottom of any ship page should look like.]]</br> | ||
To see a list of all categories, go to [[Special:Categories]]. | To see a list of all categories, go to [[Special:Categories]]. | ||
== Section II: Planet Page Formatting == | |||
Remember to view [[Galaxypedia:Formatting Policy#Basic_Editing_Do's_and_Don'ts|Do's and Don'ts]] section of this page. | |||
=== Top of Page === | |||
Reference [[Galaxypedia:Formatting Policy#Top_of_The_Page_(Notices_and_Information)|Top of The Page (Notices and Information)]]. Additionally, remember to give a brief description of the planet, similar as you would a ship. | |||
=== Planet Infobox === | |||
This is similar to the [[Template:Ship Infobox Template|Ship Infobox Template]], but also different. See the example on the [[Template:Planetary Infobox V1|template]], and see existing [[:Category:Planets|planet]] pages to familiarize yourself with using the template, as well as getting an understanding of what the page should look like. Note that the tip about galleries in [[Galaxypedia:Formatting Policy#Ship_Infobox|Ship Infobox]] section still applies to this infobox. | |||
=== Planet Description === | |||
Similar to ships; give a through, detailed description of the planet. | |||
=== Planet Appearance === | |||
Identical to the [[Galaxypedia:Formatting Policy#Ship_Appearance|Ship Appearance]] of this page, but planet-oriented. | |||
=== Planet Oddities === | |||
Describe anything like [[:Category:Quest|quests]], [[:Category:Events|events]], [[:Category:Galaxy Lore|lore]], etc. that are directly related to the planet. Remember to use '''third level headings''' for each topic (including quests) discussed in the section. If there is also a page present that is related to the quest or topic title, hyperlink it in the section title. Quest sections on planet pages should have a brief description of the quest, and the same goes for other types of topics. Example:</br> | |||
<nowiki>=== Quest XX: Name === <--Note that "XX" is where you should put the Quest ID, while "Name" is where the quest name should go. Additionally, if there is a related quest page present, hyperlink it in the title like this: === [[<page name>|Quest XX: Name]] === | |||
Quest XX is found in the Y of <planet name>... (and so on). <--"Y" should be where the quest is on the planet.</nowiki> | |||
=== Planet Version History === | |||
Same as the [[Galaxypedia:Formatting Policy#Version_History|Version History]] section on this page, but planet-oriented. | |||
=== Planet Gallery === | |||
Make use of the [[Template:Image Infobox|Image Infobox Template]] and the gallery formatting class when creating an image gallery in this section of a planet page. | |||
=== Planet Trivia === | |||
Same as the [[Galaxypedia:Formatting Policy#Trivia|Trivia]] section on this page. | |||
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