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Help: Files[edit]

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.

Uploading Files[edit]

To upload a file, you need to have the appropriate permissions. If you have these permissions, you will see an "Upload file" link in the toolbox on the left side of the page. Clicking this link will take you to the upload form.

Steps to Upload a File[edit]

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.

Using Files in Articles[edit]

Once a file is uploaded, it can be embedded in articles using the following syntax:

[[File:Example.jpg|thumb|Caption text]]

This will display the file with a thumbnail and a caption.

File Management[edit]

Files can be managed through the "List of uploaded files" page. Here, you can view all files, their descriptions, and their usage across the wiki.

Deleting Files[edit]

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

File Licensing[edit]

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:

Troubleshooting[edit]

If you encounter issues with file uploads, check the following:

File Size: Ensure the file is within the size limits set by the wiki.
File Type: Verify that the file type is allowed.
Permissions: Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to upload files.

References[edit]

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-[[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]].
+== Help: 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.
 === 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.
+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.
+==== Steps to Upload a File ====
+. '''Select File''': Click "Choose file" to select the file from your computer.
+. '''File Description''': Provide a description of the file. This should include information about the content and purpose of the file.
+. '''Upload''': Click the "Upload file" button to complete the process.
+=== Using Files in Articles ===
+Once a file is uploaded, it can be embedded in articles using the following syntax:
-=== File Description Page ===
+<code><nowiki>[[File:Example.jpg|thumb|Caption text]]</nowiki></code>
-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 ===
+This will display the file with a thumbnail and a caption.
-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.
+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.
+==== 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.
-=== File Types ===
+=== File Licensing ===
-[[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.
+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'''
-=== Licensing and Copyright ===
+=== Troubleshooting ===
-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.
+If you encounter issues with file uploads, check the following:
+* '''File Size''': Ensure the file is within the size limits set by the wiki.
+* '''File Type''': Verify that the file type is allowed.
+* '''Permissions''': Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to upload files.
-=== Related Pages ===
+== See Also ==
 * [[Help:Images]]
-* [[Help:Managing files]]
+* [[Help:Media]]
-* [[Help:Uploading files]]
+* [[Help:Managing Files]]
-* [[Help:File page]]
-* [[Help:ListFiles]]
-* [[Help:OrphanedFiles]]
-* [[Help:UnusedFiles]]
-{{Help navigation}}
+== References ==
-{{medicine-stub}}
+* [[MediaWiki User's Guide]]
+* [[MediaWiki FAQ]]
-[[Category:MediaWiki help]]
+{{Help}}
-[[Category:Files]]
+[[Category:MediaWiki Help]]
+[[Category:File Management]]