Basic Editing

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    1. Basic Editing

Welcome to the world of MediaWiki editing! This guide will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental skills needed to contribute to and modify content on this wiki. While seemingly complex at first, MediaWiki’s markup language is logical and relatively easy to learn. This article will cover text formatting, creating links, adding images, working with lists, creating tables, and other essential editing techniques. Understanding these basics will empower you to effectively share your knowledge – perhaps even on topics like Binary Options Trading!

      1. Understanding Wiki Markup

Unlike word processors like Microsoft Word, MediaWiki doesn't rely on a graphical user interface with buttons for formatting. Instead, it uses a plain-text markup language. This means you use specific characters and codes to tell the wiki how to display your content. Don't worry; you don't need to memorize everything at once. We'll cover the most important elements step-by-step. Think of it as learning a simple coding language specifically designed for content creation. Just as understanding Technical Analysis is key to successful trading, understanding wiki markup is key to successful content contribution.

      1. Text Formatting

Let's start with the basics: formatting text.

  • **Bold Text:** Surround the text with three apostrophes: `bold text`. This renders as **bold text**. This is useful for emphasizing key terms, like defining a Call Option in a binary options context.
  • *Italic Text:* Surround the text with two apostrophes: `italic text`. This renders as *italic text*. This can be used for definitions or foreign words.
  • ~~Strikethrough Text:~~ Surround the text with two tildes: `~~strikethrough text~~`. This renders as ~~strikethrough text~~.
  • `Monospace Text`: Surround the text with backticks: `` `monospace text` ``. This renders as `monospace text`. This is useful for displaying code or specific terms like a Trading Volume indicator.
  • Headings: Use equal signs (=) to create headings. The number of equal signs determines the heading level.
   *   `= Heading 1 =` renders as:

Heading 1

   *   `== Heading 2 ==` renders as:

Heading 2

   *   `=== Heading 3 ===` renders as:

Heading 3

   *   And so on, up to Heading 6.  Using headings effectively structures your article, much like a well-defined Trading Strategy structures a trade.
      1. Creating Links

Links are crucial for connecting related information within the wiki.

  • **Internal Links:** To link to another page on this wiki, use double square brackets: `Page Name`. For example, `MediaWiki` will create a link to the MediaWiki page. This is how we link to related concepts like Put Options.
  • **External Links:** To link to a website outside the wiki, use square brackets followed by a URL: `Example Website`. The text within the brackets will be displayed as the clickable link. Be cautious with external links, ensuring they are relevant and reliable. Similar caution is needed when selecting a Binary Options Broker.
  • **Link Titles (Tooltips):** You can add a tooltip to a link by including a pipe symbol (|) and then the tooltip text: `Tooltip Text`. For example, `Understanding Technical Analysis` will display "Understanding Technical Analysis" as the link text, and a tooltip will appear when you hover over it.
      1. Adding Images

Images can enhance the visual appeal and understanding of your content.

  • **Uploading Images:** First, you need to upload the image to the wiki using the "Upload file" link, usually found in the sidebar.
  • **Embedding Images:** Once uploaded, you can embed the image in a page using the following syntax: `
    File:ImageName.jpg
    Caption
    `.
   *   `ImageName.jpg`: Replace with the actual filename of the image.
   *   `thumb`:  Displays the image as a thumbnail.  Other options include `frame` and no size specifier (for full size).
   *   `Caption`:  The text that appears below the image.
      1. Working with Lists

Lists are a great way to organize information.

  • **Unordered Lists (Bullet Points):** Use an asterisk (*) at the beginning of each line:
   ```
   * Item 1
   * Item 2
   * Item 3
   ```
   This renders as:
   * Item 1
   * Item 2
   * Item 3
  • **Ordered Lists (Numbered Lists):** Use a hash symbol (#) at the beginning of each line:
   ```
   # Item 1
   # Item 2
   # Item 3
   ```
   This renders as:
   1. Item 1
   2. Item 2
   3. Item 3
  • **Nested Lists:** You can create nested lists by indenting the list items using more asterisks or hash symbols.
      1. Creating Tables

Tables are useful for presenting data in a structured format. As mentioned earlier, MediaWiki table syntax can be a bit tricky, but it’s manageable.

Table Example
Header 1 Header 2 Header 3
Row 1, Cell 1 Row 1, Cell 2 Row 1, Cell 3
Row 2, Cell 1 Row 2, Cell 2 Row 2, Cell 3

This renders as:

Table Example
Header 1 Header 2 Header 3
Row 1, Cell 1 Row 1, Cell 2 Row 1, Cell 3
Row 2, Cell 1 Row 2, Cell 2 Row 2, Cell 3
  • `{| class="wikitable"`: Starts the table and applies a default wiki table style.
  • `|+`: Adds a table caption.
  • `|-`: Indicates a new table row.
  • `!`: Defines a header cell. `!!` also works.
  • `||`: Separates cells within a row.
  • `|}`: Ends the table.

Tables can be used to compare different Binary Options Indicators, for example, or to illustrate the payout structure of a particular High/Low Strategy.

      1. Special Characters

Some characters have special meanings in MediaWiki markup. If you want to display them literally, you need to escape them using a backslash (\).

  • `\` (backslash): Escapes another character.
  • `'` (apostrophe): Used for formatting, so escape it if you want a literal apostrophe.
  • `` and ``: Used for internal links, so escape them if you want literal brackets.
  • `{` and `}`: Used for templates (which we're not covering here), so escape them if you want literal braces.
      1. Editing Tools and Tips
  • **"Show preview" button:** Always use the "Show preview" button before saving your changes to see how your edits will look.
  • **"Show changes" button:** Use the "Show changes" button to review the differences between your edited version and the original version before saving.
  • **Edit Summary:** Always provide a brief and informative edit summary when saving your changes. This helps other editors understand what you've done. For example, "Added section on Trend Following strategies".
  • **Help Pages:** MediaWiki has extensive help pages. You can find them by searching for "Help:" followed by the topic you're interested in (e.g., `Help:Tables`).
  • **Sandbox:** Practice your editing skills in the Sandbox before making changes to live articles. This is a safe space to experiment and learn.
  • **Watchlist:** Add pages you frequently edit to your Watchlist to be notified of changes made by other editors.
      1. Advanced Editing (Brief Overview)

While this guide focuses on the basics, MediaWiki offers many more advanced features, including:

  • **Templates:** Reusable blocks of code that can be inserted into multiple pages.
  • **Categories:** Used to organize pages into logical groupings, like .
  • **Infoboxes:** Structured data boxes that summarize information about a topic.
  • **Modules:** Allow for more complex scripting and customization.
      1. Common Editing Mistakes
  • **Incorrect Table Syntax:** Missing `{|`, `|-`, `||`, or `|}` can break a table.
  • **Unescaped Special Characters:** Forgetting to escape characters like `[` or `{` can lead to unexpected results.
  • **Not Previewing Changes:** Always preview your edits to catch errors before saving.
  • **Lack of Edit Summary:** Failing to provide an edit summary makes it harder for others to understand your changes.
  • **Overly Complex Formatting:** Keep your formatting simple and consistent.
      1. Resources for Further Learning


By mastering these basic editing skills, you'll be well-equipped to contribute to this wiki and share your knowledge with others. Remember to practice, experiment, and don't be afraid to ask for help. Happy editing!


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