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Editing summaries are short descriptions of the changes you make when editing a page in MediaWiki. They are a crucial part of maintaining a collaborative and understandable history of the wiki. This page explains everything you need to know about using editing summaries effectively.

Why are editing summaries important?

Imagine a complex document being built by many people. Without notes explaining *why* each change was made, it would be incredibly difficult to understand the evolution of the document, to troubleshoot errors, or to revert unwanted modifications. Editing summaries serve precisely this purpose for wiki pages.

Here's a breakdown of why they're vital:

  • Tracking Changes: Editing summaries provide a concise record of *what* was changed and, more importantly, *why*. This allows other editors (and your future self!) to quickly grasp the intent behind your edits.
  • Collaboration: They facilitate collaboration by making it easier for editors to understand each other’s work and avoid conflicting changes. Knowing the rationale behind an edit can prevent unnecessary reverts.
  • History and Accountability: A clear edit history with good summaries helps maintain accountability and makes it easier to identify and correct errors. It's a record of the wiki's development.
  • Reverting Edits: If a change proves problematic, a well-written editing summary helps administrators and experienced editors determine whether to revert the edit and understand the potential consequences of doing so.
  • Page Protection: On heavily vandalized pages, editing summaries can help distinguish legitimate edits from malicious ones, potentially influencing page protection decisions.
  • Understanding Page Evolution: Researchers and those interested in the history of a topic can use edit summaries to understand how the information on a page has developed over time.

Where do I enter the editing summary?

When you save a page after making edits, you'll see a field labeled "Editing summary" (or similar, depending on your skin). This field is located just above the "Save changes" button.

Important: The editing summary field is *required* on most wikis. You generally cannot save your changes without entering a summary. If you forget, the wiki will usually prompt you to add one.

What makes a good editing summary?

A good editing summary is concise, informative, and clearly communicates the purpose of your edit. Here's a guide:

  • Be Specific: Avoid vague summaries like "Fixed typo" or "Updated page." Instead, be specific: "Fixed typo in section on Technical Analysis", or "Updated page with current market trends for Q3 2024."
  • Explain *Why*, Not Just *What*: Don't just state *what* you changed; explain *why* you changed it. For example, instead of "Removed link," write "Removed dead link to outdated resource on Fibonacci retracement."
  • Use Clear and Concise Language: Keep your summary brief and to the point. Aim for a single sentence or two. Avoid jargon unless it's widely understood within the wiki's community.
  • Reference Relevant Guidelines or Discussions: If your edit addresses a discussion on a talk page, mention it in the summary. For example: "Implemented change as discussed in Talk:Main Page#Accessibility improvements."
  • Use Tags (If Applicable): Some wikis use tags (often prefixed with a colon) to categorize edits. For example, `:cleanup` might indicate a cleanup edit, or `:formatting` might indicate a formatting change. Check your wiki’s specific conventions.
  • Indicate Source Addition/Update: If you're adding or updating a source, clearly state it: "Added source: Investopedia - Moving Averages" or "Updated source to latest version."
  • For Reverts: When reverting an edit, clearly state that you're reverting and briefly explain why. For example: "Reverted vandalism" or "Reverted edit as it contradicted established policy."
  • For Complex Changes: If your edit is particularly complex, you might consider adding a more detailed explanation on the page's talk page and then summarizing that explanation in the editing summary: "See talk page for detailed explanation of changes to Candlestick patterns section."

Examples of good and bad editing summaries

Let's look at some examples:

Bad:

  • "Fixed"
  • "Changes"
  • "Updated"
  • "Minor edit" (unless it truly is a very minor edit – overuse can be annoying)

Good:

Common scenarios and appropriate summaries

Here are some specific scenarios and examples of appropriate editing summaries:

Editing summaries and bots

Bots (automated accounts) also use editing summaries. Generally, bot summaries will clearly indicate that the edit was performed by a bot and explain the bot's task. For example: "Bot: Removing duplicate links" or "Bot: Adding infoboxes." Do not interfere with bot edits unless you suspect an error.

Advanced Techniques & Considerations

  • Using WikiMarkup in Summaries: While generally discouraged, some wikis allow limited wiki markup in editing summaries (e.g., for adding links). Check your wiki’s documentation. Don’t overdo it; clarity is paramount.
  • Longer Summaries: For exceptionally complex edits, a longer summary *may* be appropriate, but consider moving the detailed explanation to the talk page instead.
  • Edit Conflicts: If you encounter an edit conflict, review the other editor's changes and incorporate them into your edits before saving. Your editing summary should reflect the combined changes.
  • Monitoring Recent Changes: Regularly reviewing the RecentChanges page can help you understand how others are using editing summaries and learn best practices.
  • Understanding Market Psychology: When editing pages related to financial markets, understanding market psychology can help you explain the rationale behind your edits, particularly when adding or correcting information about investor behavior.
  • Consider the Timeframe: When discussing time series analysis, specify the timeframe relevant to your edits (e.g., "Updated data for daily charts").
  • Understand Volatility: When editing pages about volatility, explain the context of your changes, particularly if you're discussing changes in volatility measures.
  • Be Aware of Correlations: When discussing correlation analysis, explain why you're highlighting specific correlations.
  • Understand Beta: If editing pages about beta (finance), clearly state any changes to beta calculations or interpretations.
  • Consider Moving Averages: When editing pages about moving averages, specify the type of moving average (e.g., simple, exponential).
  • Focus on Risk-Reward Ratios: When editing pages about risk-reward ratio, explain how your changes impact the understanding of this crucial concept.
  • Understand Leverage: When editing pages about leverage (finance), emphasize the risks involved.
  • Pay Attention to Inflation: When editing pages about financial data, consider the impact of inflation and adjust data accordingly.
  • Understand Interest Rates: When editing pages about financial markets, explain how changes in interest rates might affect the information presented.
  • Look at Economic Indicators: Consider the influence of economic indicators (like GDP, unemployment rate) when editing related pages.
  • Understand Diversification: When editing pages discussing portfolio management, make sure to address the importance of diversification.
  • Be Aware of Tax Implications: When editing pages about investments, briefly mention the potential tax implications.
  • Consider Fundamental Analysis: When editing pages about company valuation, consider the principles of fundamental analysis.
  • Understand Technical Indicators: When adding or modifying information about technical indicators, ensure accuracy and clarity.
  • Be Aware of Market Capitalization: When editing pages about companies, consider the importance of market capitalization.
  • Understand Price-to-Earnings Ratio: When discussing company valuation, explain the significance of price-to-earnings ratio.
  • Look at Earnings Per Share: Consider the impact of earnings per share on company valuation.
  • Understand Dividend Yield: When editing pages about income investments, explain the significance of dividend yield.
  • Consider Trading Volume: When analyzing price movements, pay attention to trading volume.
  • Understand Liquidity: When discussing financial markets, explain the importance of liquidity.
  • Watch for Black Swan Events: Be aware of the potential for black swan events to impact financial markets.



Conclusion

Writing effective editing summaries is a small but incredibly important contribution to the health and longevity of any wiki. By taking the time to explain your changes clearly and concisely, you help ensure that the wiki remains a valuable and reliable source of information for everyone.


Help:Contents Help:Editing Wikipedia:Edit summaries Talk:Main Page Special:RecentChanges MediaWiki Technical Analysis Fundamental Analysis Risk management Chart Patterns Candlestick patterns Talk:Technical Indicators

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