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	In the context of a MediaWiki environment, files are an essential component that allows users to upload, manage, and display various types of media content within the wiki pages. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to handle files in MediaWiki, including uploading, linking, and managing them effectively.		== Help: Files ==

	~~== Uploading~~ Files ==		Files, such as images and other media, can be uploaded and used on a MediaWiki site. This guide will help you understand how to manage files effectively.

	To upload a file ~~in MediaWiki~~, ~~users typically~~ need to have the appropriate permissions. ~~The process involves~~ the ~~following steps:~~		=== Uploading Files ===
			To upload a file, you need to have the appropriate permissions. If you have these permissions, you will see an "[[Special:Upload\|Upload file]]" link in the toolbox on the left side of the page. Clicking this link will take you to the upload form.

	1. '''~~Access~~ the Upload ~~Page~~''': ~~Navigate to~~ the "Upload file" ~~link, usually found in the sidebar under "Tools". This link directs you~~ to the ~~Special:Upload page~~.		==== Steps to Upload a File ====
			1. '''Select File''': Click "Choose file" to select the file from your computer.
			2. '''File Description''': Provide a description of the file. This should include information about the content and purpose of the file.
			3. '''Upload''': Click the "Upload file" button to complete the process.

	~~2. '''Choose~~ a ~~File''': On the upload page~~, ~~click~~ the ~~"Choose file" button to select a file from your local device. MediaWiki supports a variety of file types, including images, audio, and video files.~~		=== Using Files in Articles ===
			Once a file is uploaded, it can be embedded in articles using the following syntax:

	~~3. '''~~File ~~Description'''~~: ~~Provide a meaningful description for the file. This description should include relevant information such as the source, author, and any applicable licensing information~~.		<code><nowiki>[[File:Example.jpg\|thumb\|Caption text]]</nowiki></code>

	~~4. '''Destination Filename''': Specify~~ a ~~destination filename. By default, this is the same as the original filename, but it can be changed to better suit the wiki's naming conventions~~.		This will display the file with a thumbnail and a caption.

	~~5. '''Upload''': Click~~ the "~~Upload file~~" ~~button to complete the process~~. ~~If the upload is successful~~, ~~the file will be stored in~~ the wiki~~'s file repository~~.		=== File Management ===
			Files can be managed through the "[[Special:ListFiles\|List of uploaded files]]" page. Here, you can view all files, their descriptions, and their usage across the wiki.

	== ~~Linking to~~ Files ==		==== Deleting Files ====
			Only users with the appropriate permissions can delete files. To delete a file, navigate to the file page and click the "Delete" tab.

	~~Once a file~~ is ~~uploaded, it can be linked or embedded in wiki pages~~. ~~There are several ways~~ to ~~do this~~:		=== File Licensing ===
			It is important to ensure that files are properly licensed. You should only upload files that you have the right to use. Common licenses include:
			* '''[[Creative Commons]]'''
			* '''[[GNU Free Documentation License]]'''
			* '''Public Domain'''

	* '''Linking to a File''': To create a link to a file, ~~use~~ the following ~~syntax~~:		=== Troubleshooting ===
	~~```~~		If you encounter issues with file uploads, check the following:
	~~[[Media:Filename.ext]]~~		* '''File Size''': Ensure the file is within the size limits set by the wiki.
	~~```~~		* '''File Type''': Verify that the file type is allowed.
	~~This creates a direct link to the file, allowing users to download it.~~		* '''Permissions''': Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to upload files.

	* '''~~Embedding an Image~~''': ~~To embed an image~~ file within ~~a page, use~~ the ~~following syntax:~~
	~~```~~
	~~[[File:Filename.ext\|thumb\|Caption text]]~~
	~~```~~
	~~This displays~~ the ~~image with a thumbnail and an optional caption~~.

	* '''Embedding Other Media''': For audio or video files, use similar syntax to embed the media player directly in the page.

	~~== Managing Files ==~~

	~~MediaWiki provides several tools for managing files:~~

	* '''File ~~Description Page~~''': ~~Each uploaded file has a description page~~ that ~~includes metadata, usage statistics, and a history of changes. This page can be accessed by clicking on~~ the file ~~link~~.

	* '''~~File Versions~~''': ~~MediaWiki supports versioning of files. Users can upload new versions of a file, and previous versions are retained for reference.~~

	* '''Deleting Files''': Only users with the appropriate permissions can delete files. This is done through the file description page.

	~~== File Usage and Licensing ==~~

	~~Proper licensing and attribution are crucial when uploading files to a MediaWiki site. Users should ensure~~ that ~~they~~ have the ~~right~~ to ~~use and distribute the file and that they provide appropriate credit to the original creator~~.

	~~== Also see ==~~

			== See Also ==
	* [[Help:Images]]		* [[Help:Images]]
	* [[Help:Media]]		* [[Help:Media]]
	* [[Help:Managing ~~files~~]]		* [[Help:Managing Files]]
	* [[~~Help:Upload~~]]
			== References ==
			* [[MediaWiki User's Guide]]
			* [[MediaWiki FAQ]]

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+[[File:, including data files for  [[File:''descriptive terms''.|thumb]] [[File:CI 2011 swim 04 jeh.theora.ogv" will appear in the search results for  [[File: swim video|thumb]] [[File:'''''pagename''|thumb]] [[File:'''''pagename''|thumb]] Help:Files
-[[Files]] are an essential part of the [[MediaWiki]] software, allowing users to upload and use images, audio, video, and other types of files within [[MediaWiki]] pages. This guide provides an overview of how to upload, manage, and use files in [[MediaWiki]].
+In the context of a MediaWiki environment, files are an essential component that allows users to upload, manage, and display various types of media content within the wiki pages. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to handle files in MediaWiki, including uploading, linking, and managing them effectively.
-=== Uploading Files ===
+== Uploading Files ==
-=== File Description Page ===
+To upload a file in MediaWiki, users typically need to have the appropriate permissions. The process involves the following steps:
-=== Using Files ===
+. '''Access the Upload Page''': Navigate to the "Upload file" link, usually found in the sidebar under "Tools". This link directs you to the Special:Upload page.
-=== File Management ===
+. '''Choose a File''': On the upload page, click the "Choose file" button to select a file from your local device. MediaWiki supports a variety of file types, including images, audio, and video files.
-=== File Types ===
+. '''File Description''': Provide a meaningful description for the file. This description should include relevant information such as the source, author, and any applicable licensing information.
-=== Licensing and Copyright ===
+. '''Destination Filename''': Specify a destination filename. By default, this is the same as the original filename, but it can be changed to better suit the wiki's naming conventions.
-When uploading files, it is important to consider [[copyright]] and [[licensing]]. Many wikis require that files be uploaded with a specific license, such as [[Creative Commons]] or [[GNU Free Documentation License]]. Be sure to provide appropriate attribution and licensing information on the file description page.
 * [[Help:Images]]
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[[file:''descriptive_terms''|thumb|''descriptive terms'']] [[file:CI_2011_swim_04_jeh.theora.ogv"_will_appear_in_the_search_results_for_|thumb|CI 2011 swim 04 jeh.theora.ogv" will appear in the search results for |left]] [[file:swim_video}}}}.|thumb| swim video}}}}.]] [[file:'''''pagename''|thumb|'''''pagename''|left]] [[file:'''''pagename''|thumb|'''''pagename'']] [[file:'''_in_wikilinks_or_in_the_search_box,_but_"image"_will_now_refer_to_more_types_of_data_files_than_just_images.|thumb|''' in wikilinks or in the search box, but "image" will now refer to more types of data files than just images.]] == Help:Files ==

[[Files]] are an essential part of the [[MediaWiki]] software, allowing users to upload and use images, audio, video, and other types of files within [[MediaWiki]] pages. This guide provides an overview of how to upload, manage, and use files in [[MediaWiki]].

=== Uploading Files ===
To upload a file, you need to have the appropriate [[user rights]]. If you have the necessary permissions, you can upload a file by clicking on the "Upload file" link in the [[sidebar]] or by navigating to [[Special:Upload]]. On the upload page, you can choose a file from your local computer, provide a description, and specify a destination filename.

=== File Description Page ===
Once a file is uploaded, it gets its own [[File description page]]. This page includes the file's metadata, such as the upload date, the user who uploaded it, and any descriptive text provided during the upload. You can edit this page to add more information, categorize the file, or provide additional context.

=== Using Files ===
To use a file in a [[MediaWiki]] page, you can use the [[File syntax]]. For example, to display an image, you can use the following syntax:
<nowiki>[[File:Example.jpg|thumb|Caption text]]</nowiki>
This will display the image with a thumbnail and a caption. You can also specify the size, alignment, and other parameters.

=== File Management ===
[[MediaWiki]] provides several tools for managing files. You can view a list of all uploaded files on the [[Special:ListFiles]] page. Additionally, you can use the [[Special:UnusedFiles]] page to find files that are not currently used on any pages, and the [[Special:OrphanedFiles]] page to find files that are not linked from any other pages.

=== File Types ===
[[MediaWiki]] supports a variety of file types, including images (e.g., [[JPEG]], [[PNG]], [[GIF]]), audio (e.g., [[OGG]], [[MP3]]), and video (e.g., [[WebM]], [[MP4]]). The supported file types can be configured by the site administrators.

=== Licensing and Copyright ===
When uploading files, it is important to consider [[copyright]] and [[licensing]]. Many wikis require that files be uploaded with a specific license, such as [[Creative Commons]] or [[GNU Free Documentation License]]. Be sure to provide appropriate attribution and licensing information on the file description page.

=== Related Pages ===
* [[Help:Images]]
* [[Help:Managing files]]
* [[Help:Uploading files]]
* [[Help:File page]]
* [[Help:ListFiles]]
* [[Help:OrphanedFiles]]
* [[Help:UnusedFiles]]

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