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# Consult the [[Help: Style Guide|Style Guide]] or Editing Policy when necessary. When the Style Guide is unable to provide guidance, follow current wiki convention. | # Consult the [[Help: Style Guide|Style Guide]] or Editing Policy when necessary. When the Style Guide is unable to provide guidance, follow current wiki convention. | ||
=== Editing etiquette === | ==== Editing etiquette ==== | ||
# A single editor's personal preference or opinion about what goes on the wiki should not override all others. | # A single editor's personal preference or opinion about what goes on the wiki should not override all others. | ||
# When making major edits, describe the nature of your edits by filling out the ''Summary'' field on the submission page | # When making major edits, describe the nature of your edits by filling out the ''Summary'' field on the submission page | ||
# In case of editing conflicts and disputes, or simple disagreements, start a discussion on the Discussion / Talk page or the [https://discord.gg/K6R89fSZuF bg3.wiki Discord]. | # In case of editing conflicts and disputes, or simple disagreements, start a discussion on the Discussion / Talk page or the [https://discord.gg/K6R89fSZuF bg3.wiki Discord]. | ||
=== Adding information === | ==== Adding information ==== | ||
# Be bold and take initiative to add new content to articles. | # Be bold and take initiative to add new content to articles. | ||
# Do not be afraid to add incomplete information to the wiki. Incomplete edits can still be valuable. Do not create empty or near-empty articles. | # Do not be afraid to add incomplete information to the wiki. Incomplete edits can still be valuable. Do not create empty or near-empty articles. | ||
# Articles are never considere complete – add additional information or perspectives to articles as needed. | # Articles are never considere complete – add additional information or perspectives to articles as needed. | ||
=== Factuality and verification === | ==== Factuality and verification ==== | ||
# Always attempt to source information using the <nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki> tag. If an edit needs verification, add the <nowiki>{{verify}}</nowiki> template. | # Always attempt to source information using the <nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki> tag. If an edit needs verification, add the <nowiki>{{verify}}</nowiki> template. | ||
# Prioritise correcting factually incorrect information over removing it. | # Prioritise correcting factually incorrect information over removing it. | ||
# Do not outright remove correct information that could be relevant to an article - rephrase and rework it. | # Do not outright remove correct information that could be relevant to an article - rephrase and rework it. | ||
=== Objectivity and neutrality === | ==== Objectivity and neutrality ==== | ||
# Maintain objectivity when editing the wiki, to the extent it is reasonable. | # Maintain objectivity when editing the wiki, to the extent it is reasonable. | ||
# Maintain a neutral perspective on the wiki. Add multiple points of view when necessary to ensure articles are balanced. | # Maintain a neutral perspective on the wiki. Add multiple points of view when necessary to ensure articles are balanced. |