User:DearlySkies/Guide

Editing
You're on the Fanon and you're reading a page but then you notice something... Their grammar is all wrong.



Whoa there! There's a disclaimer in the corner there!



Well, you see, there's actually a rule against editing another's page.


 * It's generally impolite to edit other peoples' pages without their permission, even if it isn't a user page.

You can ask permission to edit the page or you can lightly nudge the person about the grammar. However, this is not grounds to be telling everyone that their grammar is wrong! That can be just annoying and considered harassment!

Well, now you're here and you're ready to edit a page... But how do you do that? There are a few ways to edit. The way I'm editing right now while writing this page is called "Classic Editor" and it comes with Visual and Source editor. Depending on your preferences, you can use Wikia's new Visual Editor, solely Source Editor, or Classic Editor.

Source Editor
This allows you to go into the article's coding and set it up for yourself that way. This is better for people who are trying to use complex coding but you can also use Source Editor in the event of your page being screwed up and your font being five different sizes. This is generally used for Templates, User pages, CSS, those types of things.

Classic Editor
My most comfortable way to edit is with the Classic Visual Editor but the only thing is that you can no longer see the full page with the gallery and templates and all. It is personally easier to add your features, categories, and templates in this style. You can also use this to preview the mobile and desktop versions.

Visual Editor
The only thing I know about Visual Editor is that it relatively accurately displays the page as it would be seen once you publish it. I don't know how it works.

AS A NOTE: Wikia uses CSS for coding as HTML is a security threat and Java is used to enhance the wiki. This does not mean there is not Java or Verbatim used but in the future, Verbatim will be leaving and Java will be enhanced for the Wikis' needs.

Images
You can also see the guide I did here. It doesn't go too much into photos but it helps.

Uploading
I personally have four ways to upload photos, most people have two ways if they're new, and some have three ways if they have a gallery on their user page.


 * You can customize your bottom bar so that you have a quick link to upload a photo.
 * There is also the option of scrolling to the top of a page, rolling over to and clicking on "Contribute" then selecting "Add a Photo".
 * If you're uploading to a page with a gallery already on it, you can click on the "Add a Photo" button.
 * If you're submitting a single photo to use on a page, then you can go in with an editor, and add a photo under the "Add features and media" tab.
 * If you're using Visual Editor, you have to roll over to "Insert" and select "Media".

General Rules to Follow Off the Bat

 * Cannot be pornographic.
 * It should be posted on a page.
 * User subpages count.
 * Images used solely on a blog or comment are considered unused after a certain amount of time.
 * The title should be something descriptive.
 * It should not be uploaded without artist permission.
 * If there is artist permission, there must be some sort of proof.
 * It shouldn't be edited without artist permission as well.
 * Irrelevant pictures can be uploaded as comment reactions or in user pages.

Categorizing

 * Fanon images : your fanon stuff, non-canon
 * User files : misc stuff, irrelevant gifs or memes

Creating Blogs
Well I mean, you just go to your User page and click on Blogs, then you go and click "Create a blog". The same can be done by going to the top right corner of the Wiki main box and using the "Contribute" button with the same option.

Introducing Yourself
There are a few ways to introduce yourself on the Fanon.
 * You can fill out your User Page/ Profile.
 * Put up a thread saying hello to the Fanon.
 * Do a quick message on your Message Wall.
 * Come into chat and introduce yourself.

This one actually isn't that hard.

Forums
Forums are a thing you need to be aware of because this Wiki relies on them quite a bit. We use them to vote in new members into staff, demote inactive members, featured users of the month, decide on the Wiki's design, such and such.



There are different categories for the forums:
 * Introductions : We already covered this...
 * Wikia Updates : A board exclusive to the staff members of the wiki. Come here to read about all of the new updates on the wiki!
 * Wiki Discussion : This board is for general conversations about the wiki.
 * Ask the Staff : If you have a problem or request that needs administrator attention, or would like to discuss a recent ban, please post it here.
 * Roleplay : Self explanatory. This board is for roleplaying! Please make sure to read our roleplay policy.
 * Voting : Self explanatory : This board is dedicated for voting on new SU Fanon Wikia ideas.
 * Fun and Games : This board is for off-topic conversation -- a place to hang out with your Steven Universe Fanon Wikia friends (Called the Off-Topic Hall on some other wikis).
 * Shipping : This board is for canon and fanon shipping. Go crazy.

Extra Explanations
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Chatting
I'll just leave this here. Okay, bye. It's a WIP by the way so please excuse that.

Chat Hacks
Chat hacks are a cool thing you can use in our Wiki because of Javascript customizing being enabled. Because of Chat hacks, you can do all sorts of fun and wonderful things.

Once enabled, you can do the following.


 * Ability to clear your chat window
 * A host of slash commands
 * Ability to create multi user private chats
 * Inline alerts every time your away status changes


 * Pings when someone mentions your name or any other specified phrases

Chat Tags
'''Do not abuse any of these Chat Tags. Such will result in a kick or ban from a moderator.'''
 * [big] makes text bigger
 * [small] makes text smaller
 * [c="red"] makes text red (can be used with any colour name defined on the Wiki colour list or any hex-code)
 * [i] italicises text (makes it sideways)
 * [b] bolds text
 * [s] strikes through text
 * /me command to come out with * DaniSkies eats popcorns while watching trolls
 * [/ ] insert the tag you're cancelling and the rest of the text will be unaffected.
 * [b]I like big [/b]spoons because they allow me to eat more ice cream.
 * Emoticons... Just look at this page.

Staff
The staff is a vital role in our community, of course. The Staff keep the members from doing harm, dispute bans as needed, undo, change, or move if necessary. You can see a full list of the staff here. There are many positions and so there are likely to be openings but that doesn't mean you're free to grab at a position. You (or your account) must meet certain requirements among staff (which we discuss as needed) and hold a good reputation in the community relative to the job you want to be in.

If a Staff Member sees you doing wrong, they will notify you and take action as needed. If you've done something they see as a terrible action or if you've persisted, they will block you from wiki with the fitting amount of time.

Chat works differently. If a person has broken rules, they will be warned. If needed, the person will be kicked or banned from chat. Just because you're banned from chat doesn't mean you're blocked from the Wiki but if your actions are greatly offensive then you may be blocked by an administrator or bureaucrat.

Should you see that a staff member is doing their job incorrectly, you may talk to a higher authority (if they're not a bureaucrat, in which case a community decision must be reached and/ or Community Central must be contacted).

Basic CSS
This is all you need to know if you plan on becoming a bureaucrat or admin on the wiki when DaniSkies leaves. These can also help you if you're making another wiki, more templates, or need to repurpose a different one.

MediaWiki:Wikia.css

http://kyleschaeffer.com/development/css-font-size-em-vs-px-vs-pt-vs/

Staff magyks





Extra Stuff
<p style="text-align:center;">I don't think there's any more to add to this. If I think of anything, I'll add it here.

<p style="text-align:center;">That's all for now!

<p style="text-align:center;">If you are having trouble with anything, feel free to message me or any of the staff (linked below).