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There are currently [[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] [[Special:Allpages|articles]] and we continue to grow. | There are currently [[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] [[Special:Allpages|articles]] and we continue to grow. | ||
== Finding Information == | ==== Finding Information ==== | ||
The first thing to realize about the Wiki is that it is a Wiki. | The first thing to realize about the Wiki is that it is a Wiki. | ||
If you are unfamiliar with the Wiki concept, the quintessential example of a Wiki is [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikipedia] - an encyclopedia written by thousands of online contributors. | If you are unfamiliar with the Wiki concept, the quintessential example of a Wiki is [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikipedia] - an encyclopedia written by thousands of online contributors. | ||
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The organization of the Wiki can make incredible amounts of information very easy to find, but only if you know where it is. | The organization of the Wiki can make incredible amounts of information very easy to find, but only if you know where it is. | ||
== Making the Most of the Wiki == | ==== Making the Most of the Wiki ==== | ||
The Creation Kit Wiki can best be used by registered users. | The Creation Kit Wiki can best be used by registered users. | ||
If you haven't already, it is strongly recommended that you [[Special:Userlogin|create an account]] today! | If you haven't already, it is strongly recommended that you [[Special:Userlogin|create an account]] today! | ||
Registered users can customize their Wiki display, can ask questions, and can help make the Wiki the best Fallout 4 modding resource on the Internet. | Registered users can customize their Wiki display, can ask questions, and can help make the Wiki the best Fallout 4 modding resource on the Internet. | ||
=== Searching === | ==== Searching ==== | ||
[[Help: Searching|Searching]] is the most obvious way to find information on the Creation Kit Wiki. | [[Help:Searching|Searching]] is the most obvious way to find information on the Creation Kit Wiki. | ||
The Search box is found on the left side of the screen, and it will return any and all pages which contain the words you type in it. | The Search box is found on the left side of the screen, and it will return any and all pages which contain the words you type in it. | ||
The Search tool is useful, but it has some important limitations, so please visit our page dedicated to making the most of your search. | The Search tool is useful, but it has some important limitations, so please visit our page dedicated to making the most of your search. | ||
=== Asking Questions === | ==== Asking Questions ==== | ||
Every page on the Wiki has its own Discussion or Talk page. | Every page on the Wiki has its own Discussion or Talk page. | ||
This is where questions may be asked and feedback given. | This is where questions may be asked and feedback given. | ||
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The [http://forums.bethsoft.com/index.php?/forum/183-skyrim-mods/| Old Forums] are readonly but also have useful information. | The [http://forums.bethsoft.com/index.php?/forum/183-skyrim-mods/| Old Forums] are readonly but also have useful information. | ||
Questions should get their own [[Help: Wiki Editing Syntax Guide#Headings|Secondary Header]] at the top of the page. | Questions should get their own [[Help:Wiki Editing Syntax Guide#Headings|Secondary Header]] at the top of the page. | ||
The header should be something meaningful, please don't just write "Help!" in the header. | The header should be something meaningful, please don't just write "Help!" in the header. | ||
At the end of your question, please sign the question as described in [[Help: Wiki Editing Syntax Guide#Signing a Page|here]]. | At the end of your question, please sign the question as described in [[Help: Wiki Editing Syntax Guide#Signing a Page|here]]. | ||
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Always use the associated Talk page. | Always use the associated Talk page. | ||
== Simple Ways to Help on the Wiki == | |||
Every user can help improve the Wiki. | Every user can help improve the Wiki. | ||
Even simple things like fixing typos in articles lead to a vastly improved Wiki. | Even simple things like fixing typos in articles lead to a vastly improved Wiki. | ||
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Editing is simple, and you are strongly encouraged to make any and all edits that you feel are appropriate. | Editing is simple, and you are strongly encouraged to make any and all edits that you feel are appropriate. | ||
== Joining the Wiki Community == | ==== Joining the Wiki Community ==== | ||
If you would like to help out at the Wiki in more substantial ways, by editing and/or writing, please, by all means! | If you would like to help out at the Wiki in more substantial ways, by editing and/or writing, please, by all means! | ||
We always welcome new members. | We always welcome new members. | ||
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* Read the Wiki Editing [[Help:Wiki Editing Style Guide|Style Guide]] and [[Help:Wiki Editing Syntax Guide|Syntax Guide]]! These twin-guides serve to explain what we're all about and to direct you in your Wiki contributions. | * Read the Wiki Editing [[Help:Wiki Editing Style Guide|Style Guide]] and [[Help:Wiki Editing Syntax Guide|Syntax Guide]]! These twin-guides serve to explain what we're all about and to direct you in your Wiki contributions. | ||
== | ==== Report issues on the tracker ==== | ||
Report ideas and make suggestions about the website on the wiki [[Issue Tracker]]. | |||
This is a good place for issues related to website, page content, and overall organization. | |||
== Shortcuts == | ==== Shortcuts ==== | ||
* [[Special:RecentChanges|Recent Changes]] | * [[Special:RecentChanges|Recent Changes]] | ||
* [[Special:SpecialPages]] | * [[Special:SpecialPages]] | ||
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==== Templates ==== | ==== Templates ==== | ||
These are some useful templates for new page content. | These are some useful templates for new page content. | ||
See also the [[:Category:Templates|templates category]]. | See also the [[:Category:Templates|templates category]]. | ||
* [[Template:Notice]] | * [[Template:Notice]] | ||
* [[Template:Inaccurate Article]] | * [[Template:Inaccurate Article]] | ||
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== Get Modding == | |||
Now that you have been properly welcomed to the Creation Kit Wiki, it's time to start modding! | |||
If you're new to modding [[Fallout 4]], we recommend the [[:Category: Getting Started|Getting Started]] and [[:Category:Tutorials|Tutorials]] categories. | |||
They're full of resources to get you started. | |||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Standards and Policies]] | * [[Standards and Policies]] | ||
* [[Vandalism]] | |||
* [[The Creation Kit:About|About]] | |||
* [[The Creation Kit:General disclaimer|General Disclaimer]] | |||
* [[:Help:Contents|Contents]] | * [[:Help:Contents|Contents]] | ||
* [[:Help:Communication|Communication]] | * [[:Help:Communication|Communication]] |