Wookieepedia Help:Editing
Wikis typically empower their users to modify both the content and the organizational structure. What follows is a concise explanation of the editing process.
Editing basics
Policy and convention review
Initiate an edit
Input your modifications
Summarize what you changed
Check the appearance before saving
Empty edits and edits that do nothing
Small changes
Wiki markup
The left column of the subsequent table showcases various examples of Wiki markup. The corresponding output, illustrating how the markup will be rendered, is presented in the right column. To achieve the formatting displayed in the right column, simply type the markup as shown in the left column. You might find it helpful to keep this page open in a separate browser window for easy reference. If you wish to experiment without the risk of making unwanted changes, you can utilize the Sandbox.
Fundamental formatting
Headings, lists, horizontal lines, and citations
Hyperlinks and web addresses
Visuals, multimedia, and tables
HTML elements
You are also permitted to employ certain HTML elements. However, prioritize Wiki markup over HTML whenever feasible.
Text styling
Preserving formatting
The Wiki software can be instructed to render your text exactly as you input it through several distinct formatting methods.
Templates
Guidance and helpful hints
Safeguarding pages
Conflicting edits
Undoing changes
Understanding error notifications
Verify spelling and use an external editor
Related topics
Resources beyond this site
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