Discworld & Terry Pratchett Wiki:Getting started

So, you want to start contributing to the wiki? Great!

Do I need to register?

No you don't, usually. Occasionally we set the wiki so only registered users can edit pages. This is done because spambots try to automatically edit pages, removing our content and replacing it with endless links. Although this is often cleared up within a few hours, if it gets too much we require registering.

The advantage of registering is that you can have your own default settings, follow interesting pages easily, and you're easier to get in touch with. Also, people who show regular quality contributions can get promoted to sysop, giving them extra possibilities to help out on the wiki.

VO4S1Z That's way more clever than I was expecintg. Thanks!

So, how do I create a new page?

We'd prefer it if the articles that are already there are improved first. If it's really necessary to create a new page, simply make a link to it. For example, it you want to write a new article about Treacle Mine Road, find an article which mentions it and make a link out of it (by enclosing the word or words in [[]]. Save the page, and when you click on the freshly made link, you'll be taken to the new page and can start editing.

Another way is to type the page title you want to use in the search box on the left and click "Go" (or press enter). If the page doesn't exist, you'll be offered to start it on the search result page. Don't forget to link other pages to the new page.

Do not create new pages which aren't linked anywhere in the wiki! The great thing about the wiki is that articles interlink, are connected to other articles, which makes browsing easier with the added bonus of being able to discover something new on the way. An article which isn't linked is practically unfindable, while the whole point of the wiki is to make information available.

So, how do I become an all powerfull sysop that everybody should bow to?

That's entirely up to me. If I notice your contributions you'll get promoted eventually.

So, where do I find more about editing a wiki?

There's the Editing help link on the bottom of the edit page.