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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]] in Galaxy. However, if you have not already done so: please read the [[Galaxypedia:Terms of Service|Terms of Service]]. | ||
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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* <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 ('''especially if it is not noted as being subjective or an opinion''') which then spreads the personal bias to others. This is also stated in the [[ | 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 ('''especially if it is not noted as being subjective or an opinion''') 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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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> | ||