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Editing a page on WikiMD is similar to editing Wikipedia pages and it allows users to contribute to the collective knowledge base of medical information. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to edit a page, ensuring that contributions are accurate, well-formatted, and valuable to the community.

Getting Started[edit]

Before you begin editing, it is important to familiarize yourself with the editing guidelines and content policies to ensure that your contributions adhere to the community standards.

Creating an Account[edit]

While it is possible to edit pages without an account, creating an account offers several benefits, including the ability to track your contributions, communicate with other editors, and gain access to additional editing tools.

Navigating to the Edit Page[edit]

To edit a page, navigate to the page you wish to edit and click on the "Edit" tab at the top of the page. This will open the page in the editing interface, where you can make changes to the text.

Editing Interface[edit]

The editing interface provides a text box where you can modify the content of the page. Familiarize yourself with the wikitext syntax, which is used to format text, create links, and add other elements to the page.

Basic Formatting[edit]

Bold text: Use three apostrophes () on either side of the text to make it bold.
Italic text: Use two apostrophes () on either side of the text to italicize it.
Headings: Create headings by using equal signs (==) on either side of the heading text.

Creating Links[edit]

Internal links: Use double square brackets ([[ ]]) to create links to other WikiMD pages. For example, WikiMD:Main Page links to the main page.
External links: Use single square brackets ([ ]) to create links to external websites. Include the URL followed by a space and the link text.

Adding References[edit]

Citing reliable sources is crucial for maintaining the credibility of WikiMD. Use the <ref> tag to add references, and include a <references /> tag at the bottom of the page to display them.

Previewing and Saving Changes[edit]

Before saving your changes, use the "Show preview" button to review your edits and ensure that everything appears as intended. Once satisfied, click "Save changes" and provide a brief summary of your edits in the summary box.

Common Editing Tasks[edit]

Correcting typos and grammar: Ensure that the text is free of spelling and grammatical errors.
Updating information: Keep the content current by adding new information and removing outdated material.
Improving clarity: Rewrite sections for clarity and conciseness.

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-== How to Edit a Page on WikiMD ==
+Editing a page on WikiMD is similar to editing Wikipedia pages and it allows users to contribute to the collective knowledge base of medical information. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to edit a page, ensuring that contributions are accurate, well-formatted, and valuable to the community.
-Editing a page on [[WikiMD]] is a straightforward process that allows users to contribute to the collective knowledge base. This guide will walk you through the steps to edit a page effectively.
+== Getting Started ==
-=== Getting Started ===
+Before you begin editing, it is important to familiarize yourself with the [[WikiMD:Editing guidelines|editing guidelines]] and [[WikiMD:Content policies|content policies]] to ensure that your contributions adhere to the community standards.
-To begin editing a page on WikiMD, you must first create an account or log in if you already have one. This ensures that your contributions are properly attributed and helps maintain the integrity of the content.
-=== Editing Interface ===
+=== Creating an Account ===
-Once logged in, navigate to the page you wish to edit. Click on the "Edit" tab at the top of the page. This will open the [[Wikitext]] editor, where you can make changes to the content. WikiMD uses a simplified version of [[MediaWiki]] markup language, which is easy to learn and use.
-=== Basic Editing ===
+While it is possible to edit pages without an account, creating an account offers several benefits, including the ability to track your contributions, communicate with other editors, and gain access to additional editing tools.
-In the editing interface, you can add, modify, or delete text. Use the following basic formatting options to enhance your edits:
-* '''Bold text''': Enclose the text in triple apostrophes ('''example''').
+=== Navigating to the Edit Page ===
-* ''Italic text'': Enclose the text in double apostrophes (''example'').
-* [[Internal links]]: Enclose the text in double square brackets ([[example]]).
+To edit a page, navigate to the page you wish to edit and click on the "Edit" tab at the top of the page. This will open the page in the editing interface, where you can make changes to the text.
-* == Headings ==: Use equal signs to create headings and subheadings (== Heading ==).
+== Editing Interface ==
+The editing interface provides a text box where you can modify the content of the page. Familiarize yourself with the [[WikiMD:Wikitext|wikitext]] syntax, which is used to format text, create links, and add other elements to the page.
+=== Basic Formatting ===
+* '''Bold text''': Use three apostrophes (''') on either side of the text to make it bold.
+* '''Italic text''': Use two apostrophes ('') on either side of the text to italicize it.
+* '''Headings''': Create headings by using equal signs (==) on either side of the heading text.
+=== Creating Links ===
+* '''Internal links''': Use double square brackets ([[ ]]) to create links to other WikiMD pages. For example, [[WikiMD:Main Page]] links to the main page.
+* '''External links''': Use single square brackets ([ ]) to create links to external websites. Include the URL followed by a space and the link text.
 === Adding References ===
-To add references, use the <ref> tag to enclose your source. At the end of the article, include a <references /> tag to display the list of references.
-=== Preview and Save ===
+Citing reliable sources is crucial for maintaining the credibility of WikiMD. Use the <ref> tag to add references, and include a <references /> tag at the bottom of the page to display them.
-Before saving your changes, click the "Show preview" button to review your edits. This helps ensure that your changes appear as intended. Once satisfied, click the "Save changes" button. You can also provide a brief summary of your edits in the "Edit summary" box.
-=== Advanced Editing ===
+== Previewing and Saving Changes ==
-For more advanced editing, you can use templates, tables, and other MediaWiki features. Refer to the [[Help:Editing]] page for detailed instructions on these advanced features.
-=== Related Pages ===
+Before saving your changes, use the "Show preview" button to review your edits and ensure that everything appears as intended. Once satisfied, click "Save changes" and provide a brief summary of your edits in the summary box.
-* [[WikiMD:About]]
-* [[WikiMD:Policies and guidelines]]
-* [[Help:Editing]]
-* [[Help:Formatting]]
-* [[Help:Contents]]
-[[Category:WikiMD]]
+== Common Editing Tasks ==
-[[Category:Editing]]
-{{WikiMD-stub}}
+* '''Correcting typos and grammar''': Ensure that the text is free of spelling and grammatical errors.
+* '''Updating information''': Keep the content current by adding new information and removing outdated material.
+* '''Improving clarity''': Rewrite sections for clarity and conciseness.
+{{stb}}
+[[Category:WikiMD Editing]]