Editing Guidelines

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  1. Editing Guidelines

This article provides a comprehensive set of guidelines for editing this wiki, geared towards beginners. Following these guidelines ensures consistency, clarity, and a high-quality experience for all users. These guidelines cover everything from basic formatting to content standards and collaboration practices.

1. Introduction

This wiki aims to be a collaborative resource on financial markets, trading strategies, technical analysis, and related topics. To maintain its value and usability, all contributions must adhere to a set of standards. This document details those standards. Before making significant changes, it’s highly recommended to familiarize yourself with the existing content and discuss your proposed edits on the Talk:Main Page discussion page. Remember, this is a community effort, and respectful collaboration is key.

2. Basic Formatting

MediaWiki uses a specific markup language. Understanding these basics is crucial for successful editing.

  • Bold text: Use three apostrophes () on either side of the text. This is useful for emphasizing key terms like Fibonacci retracement.
  • Italic text: Use two apostrophes ( ) on either side of the text. Useful for book titles or foreign terms.
  • == Headings ==: Use two equal signs (==) for level 2 headings, three (===) for level 3, and so on. This structure helps organize content.
  • Link text: Creates a hyperlink. Use this for external resources like explanations of Candlestick patterns.
  • Internal Link: Creates a link to another page within the wiki. Important for cross-referencing related topics like Risk Management.
  • *Bullet points*: Use an asterisk (*) at the beginning of each line.
  • #Numbered lists*: Use a hash (#) at the beginning of each line.
  • Inline code: Use the tags for displaying code snippets.
  • No wiki markup here: Use the tags to prevent wiki markup from being interpreted.
  • Definition Lists: Use a colon (:) to define terms.
   ; Term
   : Definition

3. Content Standards

These standards govern the type of content that is appropriate for this wiki.

  • **Accuracy:** All information must be verifiable and accurate. Cite sources whenever possible, particularly when discussing complex concepts like Elliott Wave Theory. Avoid speculation presented as fact. Check your work against reputable sources.
  • **Neutral Point of View (NPOV):** Present information in a neutral and unbiased manner. Avoid advocating for specific trading strategies or brokers. Focus on explaining concepts objectively. For example, when discussing Moving Averages, explain their strengths and weaknesses without promoting one over another.
  • **Original Research:** This wiki does *not* allow original research. All content must be based on published sources. Don't introduce novel trading strategies or analysis techniques without proper citation.
  • **Clarity and Conciseness:** Write in clear, concise language. Avoid jargon whenever possible, and if used, define it. Break down complex topics into smaller, more manageable sections. For instance, when explaining Bollinger Bands, separate sections should cover the calculation, interpretation, and common trading signals.
  • **Relevance:** Content should be relevant to the wiki's scope: financial markets, trading strategies, technical analysis, and related topics. Off-topic content will be removed.
  • **Completeness:** Strive to provide a complete and thorough explanation of the topic at hand. Don’t leave out important details or caveats. A comprehensive article on Japanese Candlesticks should include explanations of various patterns, their psychological implications, and their limitations.
  • **Copyright:** Do not copy content from other sources without permission. All contributions must be original or properly licensed. Be mindful of copyright laws.

4. Specific Content Areas

This section provides guidance for specific content areas within the wiki.

  • **Trading Strategies:** Descriptions of trading strategies should include:
   *   A clear explanation of the strategy's rules.
   *   The underlying logic and rationale.
   *   The instruments it's best suited for (e.g., Forex, stocks, options).
   *   Risk management considerations.  (See Risk Management).
   *   Backtesting results (if available, with appropriate disclaimers).
   *   Examples of strategies: Scalping, Day Trading, Swing Trading, Position Trading.
  • **Technical Analysis:** Articles on technical analysis tools should include:
   *   A detailed explanation of how the tool is calculated.
   *   How to interpret the tool's signals.
   *   Its strengths and weaknesses.
   *   Common trading applications.
   *   Examples of tools: RSI (Relative Strength Index), MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence), Stochastic Oscillator, Ichimoku Cloud.
  • **Indicators:** Descriptions of trading indicators should follow the same guidelines as technical analysis tools. Explain the indicator’s purpose, calculation, interpretation, and trading applications. Discuss its limitations and potential pitfalls. Examples: Average True Range (ATR), Commodity Channel Index (CCI), Parabolic SAR.
  • **Market Trends:** Articles on market trends should cover:
   *   Different types of trends (e.g., uptrend, downtrend, sideways trend).
   *   How to identify trends using technical analysis tools.
   *   Strategies for trading trends.
   *   The concept of Trend Lines and their use in identifying support and resistance levels.
   *   Examples: Double Top, Double Bottom, Head and Shoulders, Triangles.

5. Style Guidelines

  • **Tone:** Maintain a professional and objective tone.
  • **Grammar and Spelling:** Ensure your writing is free of grammatical errors and spelling mistakes. Use a spell checker and proofread your work carefully.
  • **Consistency:** Be consistent in your use of terminology and formatting.
  • **Images:** Use images sparingly and only when they add value to the content. Ensure images are properly licensed and attributed. Images can be helpful to illustrate concepts like Chart Patterns.
  • **Tables:** Use tables to present data in a clear and organized manner.
  • **Lists:** Use bullet points or numbered lists to break up long paragraphs and make information easier to read.

6. Collaboration and Communication

  • **Talk Pages:** Use the Talk:Main Page or the talk page associated with a specific article to discuss proposed changes before making them.
  • **Edit Summaries:** Always provide a brief edit summary when you save your changes. This helps other editors understand what you've done.
  • **Respectful Disagreement:** If you disagree with another editor, discuss your concerns respectfully on the talk page. Avoid personal attacks.
  • **Reverting Edits:** Only revert edits if they clearly violate these guidelines or are demonstrably inaccurate. Explain your reasoning on the talk page.
  • **New Pages:** Before creating a new page, check to see if the topic already exists under a different name.

7. Advanced Editing Techniques

  • **Templates:** Templates are reusable content blocks that can be used to standardize formatting and content. Learn how to use existing templates and create new ones if necessary.
  • **Categories:** Use categories to organize articles by topic. This makes it easier for users to find relevant information. See the end of this article for an example.
  • **Infoboxes:** Infoboxes are used to summarize key information about a topic. Learn how to create and use infoboxes.
  • **Transclusion:** Transclusion allows you to include content from one page on another. This can be useful for sharing common content across multiple pages.
  • **Lua Scripting:** For advanced users, Lua scripting can be used to create complex templates and features.

8. Resources

9. Disclaimer

The information provided on this wiki is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Trading involves risk, and you could lose money. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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