User:Radiant!/Everything
Everything you always wanted to know about Wikipedia (but were afraid to ask).
This is a comprehensive guide to Wikipedia, aimed primarily at novice users. Do As You Like, but bear this in mind.
Please don't edit this page unless you grok it.
When editing, don't
[edit]- Edit war. Seriously, folks!
- Write nonsensical articles
- Write these nonsensical articles in particular
- Lose all sight of perspective
- Complain about which version an article is protected in
When dealing with others, don't
[edit]- React as if it's the end of the world
- Accuse others of behavior you also exhibit yourself
- Insist on needless bureaucracy
- Repeat old issues just because you didn't like the outcome
- Ignore everybody who disagrees with you
When dealing with process, don't
[edit]- Invoke process for its own sake
- Make up rules and insist that other people follow them
- Speak in cryptograms
- Scream 'admin abuse' at the least provocation
- Arbitrarily oppose admin candidates
Other than that
[edit]Do write an encyclopedia! Your help is welcome.