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'''Maintenance''' refers to the ongoing tasks involved in helping to keep the wiki clean, up to date and ensuring that our content is in-line with [[:Category:Policies|policy]]. Users are encouraged to continuously contribute to areas of maintenance which meet their interests and capabilities. However, some tasks are assigned to certain groups of users. For instance, the [[MarioWiki:Administrators|administrators]] help keep the wiki clean from [[MarioWiki:Vandalism|vandalism]] by blocking troublesome editors, and the [[MarioWiki:Polls#About| | '''Maintenance''' refers to the ongoing tasks involved in helping to keep the wiki clean, up to date and ensuring that our content is in-line with [[:Category:Policies|policy]]. Users are encouraged to continuously contribute to areas of maintenance which meet their interests and capabilities. However, some tasks are assigned to certain groups of users. For instance, the [[MarioWiki:Administrators|administrators]] help keep the wiki clean from [[MarioWiki:Vandalism|vandalism]] by blocking troublesome editors, and the [[MarioWiki:Polls#About|Poll Committee]] arranges the weekly poll which is featured on the wiki's main page. Certain basic maintenance tasks may also be assigned to a [[MarioWiki:Bots|bot]], which is able to edit a large number of pages in a short space of time. | ||
Please remember that basic maintenance edits, such as fixing a link or correcting a spelling mistake, should be marked as a [[Help:Editing#Minor edits|minor edit]]. | Please remember that basic maintenance edits, such as fixing a link or correcting a spelling mistake, should be marked as a [[Help:Editing#Minor edits|minor edit]]. | ||
==Main page== | == Main page == | ||
{{main|MarioWiki:Maintenance/Main page}} | {{main|MarioWiki:Maintenance/Main page}} | ||
==File maintenance== | The [[Main Page|main page]] is an important way to welcome visitors to the wiki, and invite them to further explore our community by providing them with news, community notices, links to useful pages, and more. A large part of the main page's content must be updated according to a weekly schedule. This includes a rotating preview of the wiki's [[MarioWiki:Featured articles|featured articles]], updating a "Did You Know?" section with ''Super Mario'' facts, and a regular community poll which is organized by the [[MarioWiki:Polls#About|Poll Committee]]. The most recent ''Super Mario''-related news is also presented, as well as a link to the latest edition of our monthly community newspaper, [[The 'Shroom:Main Page|The 'Shroom]]. | ||
== File maintenance == | |||
Images, as well as [[Help:Media|audio and video]] files, are essential to provide examples about what articles are detailing in words. All articles should use at least one image, with the exception of [[:Category:Implied|implied]] or unseen subjects. Various maintenance tasks may be required for the file itself (such as issues with quality and categorization), the use of the file on pages, or the request for the uploading of additional files where required. Files should also closely follow the [[MarioWiki:Image use policy|image use policy]], and new revisions to files may only be uploaded by [[MarioWiki:Autoconfirmed users|autoconfirmed users]]. | Images, as well as [[Help:Media|audio and video]] files, are essential to provide examples about what articles are detailing in words. All articles should use at least one image, with the exception of [[:Category:Implied|implied]] or unseen subjects. Various maintenance tasks may be required for the file itself (such as issues with quality and categorization), the use of the file on pages, or the request for the uploading of additional files where required. Files should also closely follow the [[MarioWiki:Image use policy|image use policy]], and new revisions to files may only be uploaded by [[MarioWiki:Autoconfirmed users|autoconfirmed users]]. | ||
{| class=wikitable | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Unlicensed images | |||
|Images without a [[:Category:File copyright tags|file copyright tag]] that excludes them from [[:Category:Images by copyright status|one of these subcategories]]. Such files can't be found in one specific maintenance category: they must be found manually. | | Images without a [[:Category:File copyright tags|file copyright tag]] that excludes them from [[:Category:Images by copyright status|one of these subcategories]]. Such files can't be found in one specific maintenance category: they must be found manually. | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Uncategorized files | |||
|Files | | Files that don't have any categories at all, including a copyright status. <br>See [[Special:UncategorizedFiles]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Files that are missing a category | |||
|Almost all files may be attributed to a [[:Category:Images by game|game]] or [[:Category:Images|other form of media]]. The {{tem|uncategorized}} template seen when uploading files should be replaced with an appropriate media category. Users who repeatedly fail to categorize their images may be given an {{tem|imagecategory-reminder}}. <br>See [[:Category:Files with missing categories]] | | Almost all files may be attributed to a [[:Category:Images by game|game]] or [[:Category:Images|other form of media]]. The {{tem|uncategorized}} template seen when uploading files should be replaced with an appropriate media category. Users who repeatedly fail to categorize their images may be given an {{tem|imagecategory-reminder}}. <br>See [[:Category:Files with missing categories]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Images without aboutfile | |||
|Images without the {{tem|aboutfile}} template, or with a blank or improperly formatted template. Users who repeatedly upload images with an incorrectly coded template may be given an {{tem|aboutfile-reminder}}. <br>See [[:Category:Files with broken Aboutfile template]] | | Images without the {{tem|aboutfile}} template, or with a blank or improperly formatted template. Users who repeatedly upload images with an incorrectly coded template may be given an {{tem|aboutfile-reminder}}. <br>See [[:Category:Files with broken Aboutfile template]] | ||
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! Unused files | |||
|All files should be used on at least one page. Some unused files may be eligible for deletion if they are too similar to another file, or otherwise have no use on our articles. <br>See [[Special:UnusedFiles]] | | All files should be used on at least one page. Some unused files may be eligible for deletion if they are too similar to another file, or otherwise have no use on our articles. <br>See [[Special:UnusedFiles]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Image requested | |||
|Articles tagged with with {{tem|image}} require at least one image to illustrate the subject. <br>See [[:Category: | | Articles tagged with with {{tem|image}} require at least one image to illustrate the subject. <br>See [[:Category:Articles that need an image]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Articles that need more images | |||
|Articles with {{tem|more images}} already have at least one image, although more are required. <br>See [[:Category:Articles that need more images]] | | Articles with {{tem|more images}} already have at least one image, although more are required. <br>See [[:Category:Articles that need more images]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Media requested | |||
|Articles with {{tem| | | Articles tagged with {{tem|media missing}} require at least one audio or visual file for the subject. <br>See [[:Category:Articles that need media]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | ! Articles that need more media | ||
| | | Articles with {{tem|more media}} already have at least one audio or visual file, although more are required. <br>See [[:Category:Articles that need more media]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Broken file links | |||
| | | Pages that are currently linking to a file that doesn't exist. If a file link on a page is unnecessary, then it should be removed. <br>See [[:Category:Articles with broken file links]] and [[Special:WantedFiles]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | ! Images of poor quality | ||
|Images showing a basic logo or drawing may be requested as an {{wp|Scalable Vector Graphics|SVG}} file. These images are tagged with {{tem|Convert to SVG}}. <br>See [[:Category:SVG | | Images that are of low quality are tagged with {{tem|image-quality}}, and should be reuploaded or replaced. <br>See [[:Category:Images to be reuploaded with higher quality]] | ||
|- | |||
! Media files that need reuploading | |||
| Media files that are of low quality are tagged with {{tem|media-quality}}, while media files that contain over 30 seconds of copyrighted music and need to be [[Help:Media|trimmed down]] are tagged with {{tem|media-length}}. <br>See [[:Category:Media files to be reuploaded with higher quality]] and [[:Category:Media files to be trimmed in length]] | |||
|- | |||
! SVG requested | |||
| Images showing a basic logo or drawing may be requested as an {{wp|Scalable Vector Graphics|SVG}} file. These images are tagged with {{tem|Convert to SVG}}. <br>See [[:Category:Images to be converted to SVG]] | |||
|} | |} | ||
==Written content== | == Written content == | ||
The following maintenance issues concern the actual written content of an article. Content should be free from spelling/grammatical errors, be of a decent length and containing all available information, as well as following the wiki's [[:Category:Writing guidelines|writing guidelines]]. | The following maintenance issues concern the actual written content of an article. Content should be free from spelling/grammatical errors, be of a decent length and containing all available information, as well as following the wiki's [[:Category:Writing guidelines|writing guidelines]]. | ||
{| class=wikitable | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Wanted pages | |||
|Articles that have yet to be created will be shown as a red link. New articles must follow the [[MarioWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]], and can only be created by [[MarioWiki:Autoconfirmed users|autoconfirmed users]]. <br>See [[Special:WantedPages]] | | Articles that have yet to be created will be shown as a red link. New articles must follow the [[MarioWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]], and can only be created by [[MarioWiki:Autoconfirmed users|autoconfirmed users]]. <br>See [[Special:WantedPages]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Stub articles | |||
|Articles or [[:Category: | | Articles or [[:Category:Articles with stub sections|sections]] that are very short, and lacking basic information will be tagged with {{tem|stub}} or <nowiki>{{stub|section=yes}}</nowiki> for sections of articles. Users who have created stub articles without marking them as such should receive a {{tem|new stub-reason}} reminder, so that they can understand how their future articles may be improved. <br>See [[:Category:Stubs]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Rewrite requested | |||
|Poorly-written articles which require revising should be tagged with {{tem|rewrite}}. Issues may include being poorly worded, ridden with grammar mistakes, or otherwise going against our [[:Category:Writing guidelines|writing guidelines]]. An [[:Category: | | Poorly-written articles which require revising should be tagged with {{tem|rewrite}}. Issues may include being poorly worded, ridden with grammar mistakes, or otherwise going against our [[:Category:Writing guidelines|writing guidelines]]. An [[:Category:Articles to be rewritten and expanded|expansion]] may also be required with {{tem|rewrite-expand}}. <br>See [[:Category:Articles to be rewritten]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Long trivia section | |||
|Articles containing an overly long [[MarioWiki:Trivia|trivia]]: such sections should only contain miscellaneous and notable information which does not fit elsewhere within the article. Trivia should be incorporated into other article sections when applicable. <br>See [[:Category:Articles with long trivia sections]] | | Articles containing an overly long [[MarioWiki:Trivia|trivia]]: such sections should only contain miscellaneous and notable information which does not fit elsewhere within the article. Trivia should be incorporated into other article sections when applicable. <br>See [[:Category:Articles with long trivia sections]] | ||
|} | |} | ||
==General article maintenance== | == General article maintenance == | ||
Maintenance that doesn't specifically concern the article's written content or files. | Maintenance that doesn't specifically concern the article's written content or files. | ||
{| class=wikitable | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Articles under construction | |||
|Articles that are tagged with the {{tem|construction}} template are not fully finished, and may have an informal appearance. Before trying to complete the article, make sure that the user who marked it as under construction does not intend to finish it themselves. <br>See [[:Category:Articles under construction]] | | Articles that are tagged with the {{tem|construction}} template are not fully finished, and may have an informal appearance. Before trying to complete the article, make sure that the user who marked it as under construction does not intend to finish it themselves. <br>See [[:Category:Articles under construction]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! No category | |||
|Articles without a [[MarioWiki:Categories|category]] | | Articles without a [[MarioWiki:Categories|category]]. <br>See [[Special:UncategorizedPages]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Wanted categories | |||
|Uncreated categories which are currently being used on articles. <br>See [[Special:WantedCategories]] | | Uncreated categories which are currently being used on articles. <br>See [[Special:WantedCategories]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Citation needed | |||
|Articles which contain information requiring a valid [[MarioWiki:Citations|reference]], or replacing links which have since gone defunct. <br>See [[:Category: | | Articles which contain information requiring a valid [[MarioWiki:Citations|reference]], or replacing links which have since gone defunct. <br>See [[:Category:Articles with sourcing issues]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Page reference errors | |||
|This shows pages which contain a [[MarioWiki:Citations|citation]] which has not been coded correctly. <br>See [[:Category:Pages with reference errors]] | | This shows pages which contain a [[MarioWiki:Citations|citation]] which has not been coded correctly. <br>See [[:Category:Pages with reference errors]] and {{plain link|1=[https://www.mariowiki.com/index.php?sort=relevance&search=insource%3A%22ref%22+-insource%3A%22references%22+-insource%3A%22ref+needed%22+-insource%3A%22reptile-ref%22+-intitle%3A%22Yoshi+Topsy-Turvy%22&title=Special%3ASearch&profile=advanced&fulltext=1&advancedSearch-current=%7B%7D&ns0=1&ns102=1 Content pages with missing references tag]}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Duplicate template arguments | |||
|Such pages currently have an incorrectly coded template, which is trying to use the same parameter with different values. <br>See [[:Category:Pages using duplicate arguments in template calls]] | | Such pages currently have an incorrectly coded template, which is trying to use the same parameter with different values. <br>See [[:Category:Pages using duplicate arguments in template calls]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Titles from other languages | |||
|Article titles with {{tem|another language}} are officially named, although in a language other than English. As per [[MarioWiki:Naming|our naming policy]], these pages should be moved to an official English title if found. <br>See [[:Category:Articles with titles from other languages]] | | Article titles with {{tem|another language}} are officially named, although in a language other than English. As per [[MarioWiki:Naming|our naming policy]], these pages should be moved to an official English title if found. <br>See [[:Category:Articles with titles from other languages]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Pages without language links | |||
|Where available, articles should provide a sidebar link to at least one of our alternate-language MarioWikis in [[:de:MarioWiki:Hauptseite|German]] and [[:it:Pagina_principale|Italian]]. Please see our [[MarioWiki:Mushroom World Encyclopedia|project page]] for tips on how to add interwiki links. <br>See [[Special:WithoutInterwiki]] | | Where available, articles should provide a sidebar link to at least one of our alternate-language MarioWikis in [[:de:MarioWiki:Hauptseite|German]] and [[:it:Pagina_principale|Italian]]. Please see our [[MarioWiki:Mushroom World Encyclopedia|project page]] for tips on how to add interwiki links. <br>See [[Special:WithoutInterwiki]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Orphaned pages | |||
|Articles that have no [[Help:Link|links]] '''from''' anywhere else: every article must be referenced and linked to from at least one other article. <br>See [[Special:LonelyPages]] | | Articles that have no [[Help:Link|links]] '''from''' anywhere else: every article must be referenced and linked to from at least one other article. <br>See [[Special:LonelyPages]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Dead-end pages | |||
|Articles that have no links '''to''' anywhere else. Article subjects, such as games and characters, must be given at least one link on the article that they are mentioned. <br>See [[Special:DeadendPages]] | | Articles that have no links '''to''' anywhere else. Article subjects, such as games and characters, must be given at least one link on the article that they are mentioned. <br>See [[Special:DeadendPages]] | ||
|} | |} | ||
==Other maintenance== | == Other maintenance == | ||
This section covers miscellaneous maintenance tasks which do not fit into the above sections. | This section covers miscellaneous maintenance tasks which do not fit into the above sections. | ||
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! Uncategorized categories | |||
|[[MarioWiki:Categories|Category]] pages should be given a suitable parent category, which assists in navigating through different category levels. <br>See [[Special:UncategorizedCategories]] | | [[MarioWiki:Categories|Category]] pages should be given a suitable parent category, which assists in navigating through different category levels. <br>See [[Special:UncategorizedCategories]] | ||
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! Uncategorized templates | |||
|All templates should appear within [[:Category:Templates]]. <br>See [[Special:UncategorizedTemplates]] | | All templates should appear within [[:Category:Templates]]. <br>See [[Special:UncategorizedTemplates]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Double redirects | |||
|[[MarioWiki:Redirects|Redirects]] that lead to another redirect. They should be edited so they both redirect to the same target page. <br>See [[Special:DoubleRedirects | | [[MarioWiki:Redirects|Redirects]] that lead to another redirect. They should be edited so they both redirect to the same target page. <br>See [[Special:DoubleRedirects]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Broken redirects | |||
| Redirects that lead to a nonexistent page. Articles should be created or redirect target changed to an existing page. If the broken redirect is not necessary, then it should be tagged with {{tem|delete}}. <br>See [[Special:BrokenRedirects]] | |||
|} | |} | ||
==The 'Shroom Spotlight== | == The 'Shroom Spotlight == | ||
{{main|The 'Shroom:Spotlight}} | {{main|The 'Shroom:Spotlight}} | ||
The Spotlight is a section found within [[The 'Shroom:Main Page|The 'Shroom]], the wiki's monthly community newspaper. The Spotlight project brings attention to a small group of articles selected from a range of maintenance categories, inviting users of all interests and abilities to contribute. Progress on the articles is reported on in the subsequent edition, and a new set of focuses are chosen. Discussion and updates on the Spotlight project normally takes place within the dedicated [[mb:threads/24588|forum topic]], where feedback from readers is always invited. | The Spotlight is a section found within [[The 'Shroom:Main Page|The 'Shroom]], the wiki's monthly community newspaper. The Spotlight project brings attention to a small group of articles selected from a range of maintenance categories, inviting users of all interests and abilities to contribute. Progress on the articles is reported on in the subsequent edition, and a new set of focuses are chosen. Discussion and updates on the Spotlight project normally takes place within the dedicated [[mb:threads/24588|forum topic]], where feedback from readers is always invited. | ||
==Pending discussions== | == Pending discussions == | ||
Contributing to ongoing discussions concerning areas of the wiki is just as important as any other kind of maintenance work. General queries and unresolved discussions may be tagged with {{tem|talk}} under the section's header, which places the page within [[:Category: | Contributing to ongoing discussions concerning areas of the wiki is just as important as any other kind of maintenance work. General queries and unresolved discussions may be tagged with {{tem|talk}} under the section's header, which places the page within [[:Category:Talk pages with unresolved issues]]. Users are encouraged to browse this category frequently, and provide their input where possible. It is also recommended to check the [[:Category:Pages pending split|split]] and [[:Category:Pages pending merge|merge requested]] categories, where input can be provided on the re-organization of article information. [[:Category:Pages pending move]] will contain articles (and even files) that may require a discussion before being renamed. | ||
If a discussion for change receives mixed opinions, or otherwise does not reach an overall consensus, then a [[:Category:Unresolved talk page proposals|talk page proposal]] may be created so an official decision may be reached through a voting system. Important discussions often take place in the "comments" section on proposals. Major changes, or changes concerning a large number of pages, should instead be taken to the [[MarioWiki:Proposals|main proposals page]]. Note that only [[MarioWiki:Autoconfirmed users|autoconfirmed users]] may vote in proposals. | If a discussion for change receives mixed opinions, or otherwise does not reach an overall consensus, then a [[:Category:Unresolved talk page proposals|talk page proposal]] may be created so an official decision may be reached through a voting system. Important discussions often take place in the "comments" section on proposals. Major changes, or changes concerning a large number of pages, should instead be taken to the [[MarioWiki:Proposals|main proposals page]]. Note that only [[MarioWiki:Autoconfirmed users|autoconfirmed users]] may vote in proposals. | ||
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Important wiki discussions may take place on the [[mb:|forums]], and an account is required in order to contribute. Many major wiki projects are also co-ordinated from the [[mb:forums/57|wiki collaborations]] forum board, which active editors are encouraged to check. Some ongoing requests and collaborations include the wiki's "[[mb:threads/24276|Holy Grails]]" concerning elusive article subjects, and the [[mb:threads/21100|level articles project]] which aims to give an article for each individual game level. | Important wiki discussions may take place on the [[mb:|forums]], and an account is required in order to contribute. Many major wiki projects are also co-ordinated from the [[mb:forums/57|wiki collaborations]] forum board, which active editors are encouraged to check. Some ongoing requests and collaborations include the wiki's "[[mb:threads/24276|Holy Grails]]" concerning elusive article subjects, and the [[mb:threads/21100|level articles project]] which aims to give an article for each individual game level. | ||
==Administrative maintenance== | == Administrative maintenance == | ||
[[MarioWiki:Administrators|Administrators]] and [[MarioWiki:Patrollers|patrollers]] (referred to collectively as admins) are promoted users who are given additional tools, which assist in maintaining the upkeep of the wiki. All admins have the ability to counter [[MarioWiki:Vandalism|vandalism]] on the wiki by [[MarioWiki:Blocking policy|blocking]] troublesome editors, reverting detrimental edits by using the "rollback" feature, and hiding inappropriate edits if required. Administrators are also able to [[MarioWiki:Deletion policy|delete]] entire pages and images when necessary. | [[MarioWiki:Administrators|Administrators]] and [[MarioWiki:Patrollers|patrollers]] (referred to collectively as admins) are promoted users who are given additional tools, which assist in maintaining the upkeep of the wiki. All admins have the ability to counter [[MarioWiki:Vandalism|vandalism]] on the wiki by [[MarioWiki:Blocking policy|blocking]] troublesome editors, reverting detrimental edits by using the "rollback" feature, and hiding inappropriate edits if required. Administrators are also able to [[MarioWiki:Deletion policy|delete]] entire pages and images when necessary. | ||
Regular users are also able to assist the admins in various ways. Unnecessary pages and images may be tagged with {{tem|delete}} so it appears in the [[:Category: | Regular users are also able to assist the admins in various ways. Unnecessary pages and images may be tagged with {{tem|delete}} so it appears in the [[:Category:Pages to be deleted|deletion category]], which administrators frequently check. If a discussion may be required before the page is deleted, {{tem|delete-request}} should be used instead. All registered users are able to issue official reminders and warnings to other users, as per [[MarioWiki:Warning policy|the warning policy]]. Users may also report vandals which require immediate attention by using the [[MarioWiki:Staff noticeboard|staff noticeboard]]. | ||
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