Help:Template

A template is a small piece of code that can be embedded into an article. It usually results in adding some fixed information (that won't change) to simplify the process, rather than having to copy between several articles, although it can have other yses, such as specifying image licenses. They are added with the code {{name of the template}} at the beginning of an article.

If you need to create a template to work with or need help with an existing one, feel free to post your request on the talk page.

Article editing templates

This article is too short for what could be written about it. You can expand this article by filling in the missing information.

» Edit article «

**Template information**
Use this template when you find an article that you feel is too short for what could be written about it. The template can be removed if a sufficient amount of information is available to describe the subject. Even then, if a lot of information is filled in but some sections are still missing, add {{incomplete}} and add specific information. Articles using this template are automatically added to Category:Expand.

Attention: This page has been proposed for deletion.

An administrator or assistant will review it shortly.

» Reason: Usage: {{delete|reason here}} «

**Template information**
Use this template when you want an administrator to delete an article, an image, or any page in general. Just enter this code at the top of the page: `{{Delete\|Reason for deleting this page}}` You can add a reason to why the page should be deleted. Something like "vandalism" or "unrelated" is sufficient, since the reason would usually be obvious. If the page contains profanity or offensive content, you can remove the rest of the content, leaving only the template. This will also hide the content. This template inserts pages into Category:To be deleted automatically.

This article needs to be rewritten to improve its quality. The proposed solution is as follows:
» Usage: {{Rewrite|add a reason}} «

**Template information**
Use this template if you find an article with several grammatical errors. If there are only a few, it's best to correct them yourself or find the author in the history and notify them on their talk page. You can also use this template to request that the article be properly formatted; i.e., this means converting a large block of text into something organized and presentable, with sections, categories, bold and italics, lists and tables, etc. (see Help:Editing guide). It is used by simply adding: `{{Rewrite\|add a reason}}` Articles that use this template are automatically added to Category:Rewrite.

This article has the essential information, but some details are missing. You can help by editing this article by filling in missing information. Any contribution will be appreciated.

» Edit article «

**Template information**
This template is used to indicate that an article is mostly complete, but some details are still missing, such as complete lists or more specific sections. The template is similar to {{expand}}, except articles using this template have a lot more info and is not missing a general overview of the subject. As such, the two templates usually go hand in hand, so if one removes the Expand template, this template could still be necessary. This can used by simply placing it at the beginning of the article: {{incomplete}} You can provide specific information on what is missing by filling in the first parameter: {{incomplete\|Missing information}} The template should only be used for visible details, empty sections, or unfinished lists, but it should not be used for simple supplementary details, such as a section of sentences that a character says. If you find any of these details missing, you can add them yourself or discuss them on the talk page. Articles using this template are automatically added to Category:Incomplete.

Attention: It has been proposed that this page be renamed.
An administrator will review if it is necessary.

» New title: Usage: {{Move|add name}} «

**Template information**
Use this template when you want an administrator to rename an article. Just enter this code at the top of the page: `{{Move\|New title}}` "New title" is the title that you are requesting the page be renamed to.

This article either needs at least one image, is lacking images to illustrate its content, or has some sections with missing images.

» Edit article «

**Template information**
Use this template when you think an article could use images to illustrate some of its content. It is used simply by inserting `{{image}}` at the start of the article. If you see this template in an article and are uncertain as to why it's there, ask in the discussion, so you are recommended to specify the improvements in the first parameter: `{{Image\|Missing ''Pikmin 2'' screenshots}}` Articles using this template are automatically added to Category:Image requested.

This article is currently under construction, i.e. being edited by another user. It may appear incomplete or contain errors. You can check the page's edit history to lessen the likelihood of edit conflicts.

» User: Example (talk · contribs) «

**Template information**
Use this template if you're going to be editing an article for a while. It lets other users know that the article is being worked on by you, so while you're working, the article may have gaps or be disorganized. It also lets other users know that it is advisable not edit the article to avoid a higher risk of edit conflicts. To use the template, place the following at the start of an article: `{{construction\|Your username}}`

This article has been proposed to be merged with another article.
For more information, see the talk page. » Article: [[Usage: {{Merge|article title}}]] «

**Template information**
Use this template when you think the information in two articles is very similar and could be combined into a single article. Place this template in the article that needs to be merged with the other, like this: `{{Merge\|Article to merge}}` After adding the template, indicate in the discussion why the merge should be done, what the articles share, and what they don't so that user who merges the content will have an idea on how to do it. When merging, indicate in the edit summary where you are merging content from and finally redirect the other article to the new one (see Help:Redirects). Note that we typically try to not merge articles together, so this template should only be used seldomly. Articles using this template are automatically added to Category:To merge.

This article discusses an upcoming subject, so the article may be incomplete and/or information may change rapidly as more becomes available.

**Template information**
This template is used on articles with information about an upcoming event or product.

Image templates

All images must have a copyright template, even if they are released under a free license, like the public domain.

If you have an image and none of these templates work, you can request in the talk page that a decision be made on whether the license could be used here and create a template for that license.

To submit a template, include it in the image description when uploading it, or select it from the list of licenses below the upload form.

You must choose from the following:

This image or multimedia file is part of the public domain, either from being transferred by its author, because its copyright has expired, or since the characteristics of the image do not allow it to be copyrighted. This is valid internationally.

Images in the public domain either created by the uploader or retrieved from a free resource.

Permission is granted to copy, distribute and/or modify this document under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License, Version 1.2
or any later version published by the Free Software Foundation, with no Invariant Sections, Front-Cover Texts, or Back-Cover Texts.

The license can be read on the Free Software Foundation website.

Template for images using the GNU Free Documentation License.

Copyleft: This image is a free work of art that you can redistribute and/or modify under the terms of the Free Art License.

You can find a copy of this license on the Copyleft Attitude site.

Free Art License.

This is a file from Wikimedia Commons, a repository of free content hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation.

The description page has information about the file's origin and license.

Template for images that have been obtained from Wikimedia Commons and are therefore free. It includes a link to the description page there. If you have uploaded the image with a different file name, you must add the original filename as a parameter, for example: {{Commons image|Image name.jpg}}.

This image is a graphic, sprite, or the representation of a 3D model in a video game.
Whoever uploaded this file, the first one who used it in an article and those who used
it later in other articles, affirms that it complies with the exceptions of fair use.

Template for any sprites, models, or any other type of graphic ripped from a video game.

This image is a screenshot from a video game or entertainment system.
This image is posted for purely educational (or parody) purposes only.
This image MAY NOT be redistributed except through another freely licensed means,
and only for informative, parody, or illustrative purposes.

This image is a screenshot from an episode, film, short film, or animated video.
It is being used on PikloDex for educational (or parody) purposes only.

This image depicts official artwork, and all rights are reserved to Nintendo.
This image may only be used in an informative and educational context.

The image is being used under the conditions of fair use because:

It is not interfering with Nintendo's ability to sell their products.
It is completely related to the article in which it is included.
This image is used for informational, educational, or parody purposes only.

Its usage is similar to the following: {{Artwork|Licensee}}. For example: {{Artwork|Ken Sugimori}} would produce the following:

This image depicts official artwork, and all rights are reserved to Ken Sugimori.
This image may only be used in an informative and educational context.

The image is being used under the conditions of fair use because:

It is not interfering with Ken Sugimori's ability to sell their products.
It is completely related to the article in which it is included.
This image is used for informational, educational, or parody purposes only.

This image is a fan art created by an unknown person.
It is published with the express permission of its author.

This template is used for published fan art. You must have the express permission of the author. The {{{1}}}} parameter must be filled in with the author's name (or nickname).

If there is more information (such as the author's website), it has to be put after the template. Example:

{{fanart|Gstar}}

This image is a fan art created by Gstar.
It is published with the express permission of its author.

This image is from the cover or artwork of a copyrighted game or work.
Use of this image is considered fair use, and any use
other than in an article for informational purposes may
be considered a violation of the original image's copyright.

For game cover images.

This image is a scan from a copyrighted magazine or publication.
PikloDex is using the image under fair use guidelines because:

It does not limit the author's ability to sell the product.
It is being used selectively for informative purposes on the article(s) it is related to.

Template for scans of magazines, publications, etc. If you can use another template ({{Cover}} or {{Fanart}} because it is a scan of one of those) you should use the other template and not this one.

Help:Template

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Article editing templates

{{Expand}}

{{Delete}}

{{Rewrite}}

{{Incomplete}}

{{Move}}

{{Image}}

{{Construction}}

{{Merge}}

{{News}}

Image templates

{{PD}}

{{GFDL}}

{{FAL}}

{{Wikimedia image}}

{{game-graphic}}

{{game-screenshot}}

{{tv-screenshot}}

{{Artwork}}

{{Fanart}}

{{Cover}}

{{Scan}}

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