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= Model Rocketry Wiki Contribution Guide = Thank you for your interest in contributing to the Model Rocketry Wiki! This guide is here to help you get started with contributing valuable information to our community. Whether you're an experienced model rocket enthusiast or just starting out, your contributions are welcome here. == Getting Started == Before you begin editing or adding content, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following: * '''Create an Account''': While you can edit the wiki without an account, creating one provides more privacy and editing features. * '''Read the [[Special:MyLanguage/Introduction to Wikimedia Editing|Introduction to Wikimedia Editing]]''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> This page provides a basic overview of how to edit Wikimedia sites. * '''Understand Our Guidelines''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> Review the [[Special:MyLanguage/Community Guidelines|Community Guidelines]] to understand the do's and don'ts of contributing. == Editing an Article == * '''Be Bold''': If you see something that can be improved, improve it! But remember to be respectful and constructive. * '''Editing Basics''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> To edit an article, click the "Edit" button at the top of the page. Use Wikitext to format your edits. See [[Special:MyLanguage/Help:Editing|Help:Editing]] for a guide on Wikitext. * '''Citing Sources''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> Always cite your sources to ensure the information is verifiable. Use the <ref> tag to add references. See [[Special:MyLanguage/Help:Citing Sources|Help:Citing Sources]] for more details. == Creating a New Article == * '''Check for Duplicates''': Before creating a new article, search the wiki to ensure the topic doesn't already exist. * '''Starting a New Page''': To start a new page, type the title of your new article into the search box and click on the red link to create a new page. * '''Article Structure''': Start with an introduction, followed by detailed sections. Use headings to organize your article for easy navigation. * '''Add to Categories''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> Help people find your article by adding it to relevant categories with the <nowiki>[[Category:CategoryName]]</nowiki> at the end of the page. == Community Etiquette == * '''Be Respectful''': Treat other contributors with respect. Assume good faith in the intentions of others. * '''Discuss Changes''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> If your edit is significant or might be controversial, consider discussing it on the article's talk page first. * '''Report Problems''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> If you encounter vandalism or inappropriate behavior, report it to the administrators for action. == Need Help? == If you have questions or need assistance, you're not alone! Here are some resources: * '''Help Pages''': Our [[Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents|Help Contents]] page is a great place to start for editing tips and guidelines. * '''Community Forum''': Join the [https://www.reddit.com/r/rocketry/ r/Rocketry subreddit] and [https://discord.gg/etuNxJTu Discord] to ask questions and get advice from experienced contributors. * '''Contact an Admin''': <span style="color:red;">NOT WORKING</span> If you need direct assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to one of our [[Special:MyLanguage/Administrators|Administrators]]. [[Category:Guides]]
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