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Welcome to the Deadlock Wiki! This page is intended as an overall Guide to getting started with editing this wiki. In this guide, readers can learn about how to make their first edits, where to find resources for better edits, and what kinds of projects are ongoing that can be contributed too.
This guide will walk you through the essential first steps to becoming a contributor on the Deadlock Wiki.


Always remember though, to '''Be Bold!''' Wikis become better and more comprehensive because of users that are willing to jump in and fix typos or mistakes everywhere they see
== The Golden Rule: Be Bold! ==
The most important thing to know is that '''you can't permanently break anything.''' Every edit is saved to a page's "History" tab and can be easily undone.


== Quick Start ==
Don't worry about:
* Making a mistake.
* Not being perfect.
* Not knowing everything.


# Register an account on this wiki. You can do so [[Special:CreateAccount|here]]. This will make sure edits are attributed to you!
It is better to make an imperfect edit than to make no edit at all. Every contribution helps.
# Check out our Discord server at: https://discord.gg/deadlockgame  - Visit the #wiki channel and say hi!
 
#
== Your First Steps ==
# Make your first edit! The easiest first edit to make is simply to fix a typo or a mistake.  
 
#* Click the "Edit" button in the top-right of any page to open up the edit interface. Make the change, and click Save Changes.
=== 1. Create an Account ===
#* Add a quick Summary so that other users can see what was changed and why.  
First, [[Special:CreateAccount|create an account]]. This gives you credit for your contributions and lets you use all of the wiki's features.
# Try editing your [[Special:MyPage|Userpage]]! You can put just about anything there. Try copying page code from another userpage or page, and make some changes to see how it looks.  
 
#Explore our [[Help:Editing|editing guides]] once you are comfortable with basic edits.
'''Note:''' To prevent spam, new accounts must be '''4 days''' old with '''10 edits''' before creating pages. If you'd like to create a page sooner, feel free to request manual confirmation on our [https://discord.gg/q6TwMv3eEF Discord server].
#*Start with [[Help:Editing]] to brush up on wiki code or [[Help:Style guide]] to write pages in a similar style to everything else.
 
#*Pages like [[Mechanics]] always need more information from recent news posts or videos. Just be sure to make some references and links to official sources
=== 2. Find Something to Edit ===
#"Adopt" a page and make it as comprehensive and accurate as possible. Perhaps [[Pocket]] is your favorite character, or you have a passion for the [[Map]]. Whatever you choose, make it a page that you can be proud of!
The easiest way to start is with small improvements. Look for things like:
* Typos or grammar mistakes.
* Missing links to other wiki pages.
* Out-of-date information on a page you know well.
 
A great place to look for tasks is the [[Special:RecentChanges|Recent Changes]] feed.
 
'''Note:''' Many templates in the wiki use scripted modules, such as the ability cards and infoboxes. If you find an error in those templates and don't know how to edit the template/module scripting, feel free to use the '''Give Feedback''' button at the top of the page, or add a comment on the '''Talk''' page. This will bring the issue to the attention of our moderators and admins, who will do their best to fix it.
 
=== 3. Make & Save Your First Edit ===
At the top of most pages, click '''Edit''' (for the user-friendly VisualEditor) or '''Edit source''' (to work directly with wikitext).
 
Once you've made your change, prepare to save:
* '''Summary:''' Briefly describe your change (e.g., "fixed typo," "updated stats"). This is crucial for helping others understand the page's history.
* '''Show preview:''' Use this to check for mistakes before you save.
 
When you're ready, click "Save changes." Congratulations, you're now a wiki editor!
 
== What's Next? ==
When you feel comfortable and want to learn more, here's where to go:
* '''Explore all help pages.''' Our [[Help:Contents|Help Contents]] page is the main hub for all guides and resources.
* '''Get help on Discord.''' Our main hub for questions and discussion is our '''[https://discord.gg/q6TwMv3eEF Discord server]'''.
* '''Practice in your sandbox.''' Your [[Special:MyPage|user page]] is a safe place to practice complex edits.
* '''Consult the cheatsheet.''' Our [[Help:Editing|Editing Cheatsheet]] is a quick reference for wiki code.
* '''Learn the rules.''' The [[Deadlock:Style guide|Style Guide]] helps keep the wiki consistent.
* '''Adopt a page.''' Consider choosing a page for your favorite hero or topic to focus on, ensuring it stays current and accurate.
 
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