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* Images should be in PNG format. | * Images should be in PNG format. | ||
| − | * Check that the same or similar file does not already exist. | + | * Check that the same or similar file does not already exist (use [[Special:ListFiles]]). |
* Files related to a specific applications should be prefixed accordingly, e.g. "Application File Name". | * Files related to a specific applications should be prefixed accordingly, e.g. "Application File Name". | ||
Revision as of 22:59, 24 July 2009
Naming conventions
- Names must be descriptive.
- Words should be separated with spaces, so they can be searched by words.
- Try to minimize the length of article names and make as general as possible.
- Articles related to a specific applications should be sectioned accordingly, e.g. "Application:Article"
Uploaded files
- Images should be in PNG format.
- Check that the same or similar file does not already exist (use Special:ListFiles).
- Files related to a specific applications should be prefixed accordingly, e.g. "Application File Name".
Navigation tables can be converted to templates and used in any page when needed.
Asking questions
Use Template:Question to ask questions in Wiki articles. Answers should follow using Template:Answer template.
Removing links to articles
It is a dangerous business which can cause some articles to be unreachable. Think twice before such actions and don't do it unless it is completely necessary. Think of changing the content of an article under question, instead of unlinking it and creating a new article to replace it.
Signature in talk pages
Please sign and date your posts by typing four tildes (~~~~). This will automatically put your signature (name and date).