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Question from Dan from hu (08:39, 8 November 2024)

Hi Sungod! I'm working on an article about a book. Could you point out what needs improving? https://en.wikipedia.org/User:Dan_from_hu/sandbox Thank you in advance. --Dan from hu (talk) 08:39, 8 November 2024 (UTC)

Dan from hu the most important thing when writing an article, especially as a newcomer, is making sure the subject is notable. To this end, references should be independent, reliable, and in-depth. It appears both of the references you have cited are not independent, so you should look for 2-3 sources that pass the three guidelines I mentioned. Once you have those, you can start thinking about how your article will be written. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 15:19, 8 November 2024 (UTC)

Thank you very much for the feedback! Have a nice day! Dan from hu (talk) 08:27, 10 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from Mulumba2024 (08:10, 15 November 2024)

Hi, I hope this message finds you well. My name is Mulumba Nasiifu, and I’ve been working on editing the biography for John Teira on Misplaced Pages. I’ve been assigned as your mentee, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with you.

I would appreciate your guidance in addressing some of the comments and suggestions made regarding the article. As this is my first time navigating these processes, I look forward to learning from your expertise and ensuring that the biography meets Misplaced Pages’s standards.

I would appreciate to provide me with some insights on how to perfectly address the issues in this article https://en.wikipedia.org/John_Teira --Mulumba2024 (talk) 08:10, 15 November 2024 (UTC)

Mulumba2024 Hello, and sorry for the late reply. I don't see any issues on the article you linked. Is there anything specific that you want me to take a look at? Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 16:02, 17 November 2024 (UTC)

Someone reviewed my article and was able to address the issues. Mulumba2024 (talk) 05:56, 18 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from MileenaG on Talk:Kenite hypothesis (15:03, 17 November 2024)

I’ve never edited a wiki but want an obvious error fixed. The page I was on says “Critical examination of the Book of Genesis narrative of Moses meeting Jethro…” but obviously Moses is not mentioned in the book of Genesis (rather it should say Exodus). I keep running into obvious errors like these but no one seems to be flagging or fixing them so I thought maybe I should learn how to help. Can you teach me how to bring an editor’s attention to an error and maybe even how to edit them myself? Thank you. --MileenaG (talk) 15:03, 17 November 2024 (UTC)

MileenaG You can always use the associated talk page or a noticeboard of a relevant WikiProject to bring attention to any problems in an article. To correct such an error yourself, just edit the page directly, making sure to add a citation where needed. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 16:05, 17 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from Atumanya Alvin (20:39, 17 November 2024)

Hello What is this editing thing about --Atumanya Alvin (talk) 20:39, 17 November 2024 (UTC)

Atumanya Alvin you might want to check Help:Introduction. Essentially, the Misplaced Pages community is writing a massive digital encyclopedia where anyone can contribute. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 03:23, 18 November 2024 (UTC)

Sungodtemple

Hi, How are you i am happy to connect with you and learn new thing from you.

thanks. GhalibAshrafi (talk) 06:59, 18 November 2024 (UTC)

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Question from LeoAudio (12:28, 20 November 2024)

Hello, I’m wondering there is a company called Audio.is (legal name - Audio ehf) and I was wondering if there is a way to suggest adding it to Misplaced Pages cause it’s the biggest Car Audio shop here in Iceland? And it’s really popular --LeoAudio (talk) 12:28, 20 November 2024 (UTC)

LeoAudio Note that creating new articles is not beginner friendly, so I really recommend you start with simpler edits, such as those suggested at your newcomer homepage, and work from there. If you really want to continue, try taking a look at Your First Article - it's the most beginner friendly guide to creating new articles. Also, are you being paid to create this article? If so, there are other rules you must follow at WP:PAID. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 14:28, 20 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from WikiChicken90 (00:10, 21 November 2024)

How do I make a page Oh Mentor Of Misplaced Pages --WikiChicken90 (talk) 00:10, 21 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from FergusArgyll (18:42, 27 November 2024)

I found a source for a stub that was previously unsourced. Upon reading the source, it seems like the Misplaced Pages text is almost identical to the source. I've tried looking at Misplaced Pages's copyright rules but they're quite confusing. If this is a violation I'm assuming the whole article would need to be deleted/rewritten?

You can see my edit here (follow the citation I added to see the books text) https://en.wikipedia.org/search/?title=Balloon_clock&diff=prev&oldid=1259902016 --FergusArgyll (talk) 18:42, 27 November 2024 (UTC)

FergusArgyll if there is just one sentence copied, it's probably not an issue. In fact, it is more likely that the book copied the Misplaced Pages article, since the sentence has been in the Misplaced Pages article since 2005, and the book was published in 2015, in which case it is better to delete the reference and post on the talk page as citogenesis.

If there was a copyright violation on a Misplaced Pages article, any part that was copied should be removed, and revision deletion should be requested on any offending versions of the article. Only if the entire article is copied should it be deleted. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 03:51, 28 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from VicKassie21 (19:28, 28 November 2024)

hi sungodtemple, thanks for offering to help. My question concerns a wiki-page that I started about a month ago but I can't find it anywhere. it was titled 'Oaklands neighbourhood, city of Victoria'. Maybe I didn't save it properly? or........? thank you --VicKassie21 (talk) 19:28, 28 November 2024 (UTC)

VicKassie21 did you mean Draft:Oaklands neighbourhood, city of Victoria? Just as a note, please use wiki markup in the draft, to be consistent with other Misplaced Pages articles. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 17:08, 29 November 2024 (UTC)

Question from Jhonny Vss RM (06:10, 10 December 2024)

hellow! i want to publish an article about Castle movie app --Jhonny Vss RM (talk) 06:10, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Jhonny Vss RM Note that creating new articles is not beginner friendly, so I really recommend you start with simpler edits, such as those suggested at your newcomer homepage, and work from there. If you really want to continue, try taking a look at Your First Article - it's the most beginner friendly guide to creating new articles. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 14:53, 10 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from OmotolaBES (20:59, 13 December 2024)

Hello! How do I start editing articles on my desires Niche? And how can I have my profile listed here? Thanks k you Mentor. --OmotolaBES (talk) 20:59, 13 December 2024 (UTC)

OmotolaBES, you can check your newcomer homepage which can suggest articles to edit, and also teach you editing concepts along the way. For your second question, since Misplaced Pages is not for advertising, you wouldn't be able to 'list' your 'profile'. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 00:43, 14 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you so much! 🙏 OmotolaBES (talk) 20:40, 15 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from Bird.budReal (00:56, 14 December 2024)

can I make a Misplaced Pages page please --Bird.budReal (talk) 00:56, 14 December 2024 (UTC)

Please address your block. As long as you are trying to contribute to Misplaced Pages, then you should be fine to create pages. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 03:23, 14 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from VCBrennan (18:14, 16 December 2024)

Hello! I was wondering if you could help me with creating a Misplaced Pages Article for a local band I know. --VCBrennan (talk) 18:14, 16 December 2024 (UTC)

VCBrennan is this about Draft:Violet Courtyard? Please read the comment the reviewer left you - it doesn't seem like they meet notability criteria, so it was declined. You need to work on establishing notability for the band.

Creating articles is an extremely difficult task, which is why it is recommended to start by contributing in smaller ways and learning Misplaced Pages's unique policies and guidelines. Special:Homepage might be able to give good recommendations. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 22:27, 17 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from Goofsabut (02:22, 18 December 2024)

how do you write an article and post it, i dont see the button for it --Goofsabut (talk) 02:22, 18 December 2024 (UTC)

Goofsabut to edit, there is a button at the top of the page. What it looks like depends on whether you are on mobile or desktop. I would advise against creating new articles, since as a new user you probably don't understand all of Misplaced Pages's policies and guidelines and you have a higher probability of failure. Instead, I recommend you start with easier edits, like those suggested at Special:Homepage, and work your way up to tasks like article creation.

If you really want to create an article, instructions are at Help:Your first article. You should read the entire page and understand that creation of new articles is not an easy task. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 03:48, 18 December 2024 (UTC)

How do I add a page about my surname? Larimaraluna (talk) 12:15, 19 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from 1kgb4me on 2013 Quaker State 400 (01:10, 20 December 2024)

Hello. Im new to this but thought it might be interesting any suggestions on tips or any knowledge that you want to share wld be greatky appreciated --1kgb4me (talk) 01:10, 20 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from HenryFlyingFox (02:51, 25 December 2024)

Just wanted to say howdy neighbor. :) --HenryFlyingFox (talk) 02:51, 25 December 2024 (UTC)

Question from Sam241224 (22:06, 29 December 2024)

Hello, I saw that you are assigned me as my mentor. I submitted a page and it got rejected. I need help in improving it. thank you --Sam241224 (talk) 22:06, 29 December 2024 (UTC)

Sam241224 there is loads of advice at the Articles for Creation help desk thread. You need to ensure that the private school is notable, and also write in a less promotional tone. Are you confused about how to achieve either of those goals?

By the way, article creation is a difficult task for new Wikipedians because of the large number of policies and guidelines that must be adhered to. It might be more productive for you to begin with easier edits and work your way up to creating new articles. Special:Homepage should be able to recommend easy edits to begin with, and I recommend starting this way rather than jumping straight into article creation. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 03:47, 31 December 2024 (UTC)

Hi @Sungodtemple, thanks for replying,

Yes, its a bit confusing, especially that "promotional tone", @Qcne told me "The tone should always remain formal, impersonal, and dispassionate. Pretend you're writing an autopsy. Misplaced Pages only ever describes, never leads the reader or engages them". Thats the most clear instructions I understood about wiki writing. I will try to follow it.

I received same suggestion from others to go slow. I will try to start small and learn the ropes.

Please, guide me when I do something wrong. thank you.

and Happy New Year 2025. Sam241224 (talk) 19:53, 1 January 2025 (UTC)

Question from Chance997 (01:35, 4 January 2025)

How did Misplaced Pages get started? --Chance997 (talk) 01:35, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Chance997 you might want to check out the History of Misplaced Pages article. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 23:13, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Question from Freehand Styler on User:Freehand Styler/Sample page (18:48, 5 January 2025)

After published, till remains sample page --Freehand Styler (talk) 18:48, 5 January 2025 (UTC)

Freehand Styler, I'm not entirely sure what you're asking. I see you have made edits to the page. If you want to submit it for review as a draft, see WP:AFC. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 21:54, 5 January 2025 (UTC)

Question from Ashilakorraity (11:53, 7 January 2025)

Hello! If my edit is wrong, will I be sued? --Ashilakorraity (talk) 11:53, 7 January 2025 (UTC)

Ashilakorraity no, probably not. At worst you may get a comment on your talk page letting you know that the edit is bad. Sungodtemple (talk • contribs) 13:46, 8 January 2025 (UTC)

Question from Thatoprince-15 (12:29, 10 January 2025)

How do I edit --Thatoprince-15 (talk) 12:29, 10 January 2025 (UTC)