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= Help:Saint articles = | |||
You’ll learn how to create a saint article using a prompt, understand the standard article structure, and—most importantly—how to enhance articles beyond their initial drafts to make them more accurate, detailed, and engaging. | This page explains the format of '''articles about saints''' in the [[:Category:Saints]] category and serves as a guide for editors to create and improve these articles on [[Saintapedia]], a wiki dedicated to sharing knowledge about saints. It’s designed for people new to wikis, [[MediaWiki]], or our system for saint articles. You’ll learn how to create a saint article using a prompt, understand the standard article structure, and—most importantly—how to enhance articles beyond their initial drafts to make them more accurate, detailed, and engaging. | ||
We encourage human editors to refine | [[Saintapedia]] is a community-driven project where every editor can contribute by adding what they know, fixing errors, or improving content. No one owns any article, and every edit helps make [[Saintapedia]] a better resource. We encourage human editors to refine articles using the AI scale (`ReviewLevel`) to track improvements, and we provide tools like the VisualEditor to make editing easier.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Tutorial_%28Saintapedia%29) | ||
== Overview of saint articles == | == Overview of saint articles == | ||
A saint article is a wiki page about a person recognized by the Catholic Church (or other Christian groups) as a saint, blessed, venerable, or servant of God. These articles follow a consistent format to make them easy to read and navigate, covering details like the saint’s life, miracles, and patronage. All saint articles are grouped in the [[:Category:Saints]], allowing users to browse them easily. | A saint article is a wiki page about a person recognized by the Catholic Church (or other Christian groups) as a saint, blessed, venerable, or servant of God. These articles follow a consistent format to make them easy to read and navigate, covering details like the saint’s life, miracles, and patronage. All saint articles are grouped in the [[:Category:Saints]], allowing users to browse them easily through searching or following links from related articles.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Tutorial_%28Saintapedia%29) | ||
Saint articles are created and improved using three main tools: | Saint articles are created and improved using three main tools: | ||
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* A '''prompt''' that generates the initial draft of the article, often using AI, to provide a starting point. | * A '''prompt''' that generates the initial draft of the article, often using AI, to provide a starting point. | ||
Articles are initially created with the prompt, which provides a basic draft. However, we strongly encourage human editors to expand and verify these drafts, improving their quality and updating the `ReviewLevel` (from 0=AI-Generated to 5=Fully Human-Validated) to reflect their work. This guide will show you how to create an article and take it to the next level. | Articles are initially created with the prompt, which provides a basic draft. However, we strongly encourage human editors to expand and verify these drafts, improving their quality and updating the `ReviewLevel` (from 0=AI-Generated to 5=Fully Human-Validated) to reflect their work. Every edit is tied to an individual editor and preserved in the article’s history, ensuring transparency and accountability. This guide will show you how to create an article and take it to the next level.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Tutorial_%28Saintapedia%29)[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Saintapedia:Accountability_features) | ||
== How to create a saint article == | == How to create a saint article == | ||
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* Internal links to pages like [[Diocese]] or [[Religious order]] in the text (not the infobox). | * Internal links to pages like [[Diocese]] or [[Religious order]] in the text (not the infobox). | ||
* Citations in Wikipedia style (see [[Wikipedia:Citing sources]]). | * Citations in Wikipedia style (see [[Wikipedia:Citing sources]]). | ||
4. '''Save the page''': Submit the form to create the article. The form will generate a page with the {{tl|Saints}} template filled out, the text from the prompt, and the page added to [[:Category:Saints]] and [[:Category:AI-Generated]] (if `ReviewLevel=0`). | 4. '''Save the page''': Submit the form to create the article. Use the VisualEditor for a “What You See Is What You Get” experience, or switch to “Edit source” for precise wikitext editing. Write a short edit summary (e.g., “Created Saint Patrick article”), preview your changes with “Show preview,” and click “Save page.” The form will generate a page with the {{tl|Saints}} template filled out, the text from the prompt, and the page added to [[:Category:Saints]] and [[:Category:AI-Generated]] (if `ReviewLevel=0`). Your edit will be logged in the article’s history and your user contributions.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Help:Editing_Saintapedia) | ||
This creates a basic article, but it’s just a starting point. The next section explains how to improve it. | This creates a basic article, but it’s just a starting point. The next section explains how to improve it. | ||
== Improving saint articles == | == Improving saint articles == | ||
[[Saintapedia]] is only as good as its editors make it, and every contribution counts. Initial drafts created with the prompt are often AI-generated (`ReviewLevel=0`) and may lack depth, context, or verified sources. Human editors are essential to enhance these articles, and every edit—whether fixing grammar, adding a link, or expanding a section—helps improve the wiki. Here’s how you can contribute:[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Tutorial_%28Saintapedia%29) | |||
1. '''Verify facts''': Check | 1. '''Verify facts''': Check the infobox and text against reliable sources, like books, Catholic websites (e.g., [https://catholicsaints.info/ CatholicSaints.info]), or church records. Correct errors in dates, locations, or miracles. | ||
2. '''Expand sections''': Add | 2. '''Expand sections''': Add detail to sections like Biography or Miracles. For example: | ||
* In “Early Life,” include specific stories about the saint’s childhood or education. | * In “Early Life,” include specific stories about the saint’s childhood or education. | ||
* In “Veneration,” describe local traditions or artworks depicting the saint. | * In “Veneration,” describe local traditions or artworks depicting the saint. | ||
3. '''Add sources''': Include citations for all facts, using `<ref>` tags (e.g., `<ref>[https://catholicsaints.info/saint-patrick/ CatholicSaints.info]</ref>`). Add these to the References section with {{tl|Reflist}}. | 3. '''Add sources''': Include citations for all facts, using `<ref>` tags (e.g., `<ref>[https://catholicsaints.info/saint-patrick/ CatholicSaints.info]</ref>`). Add these to the References section with {{tl|Reflist}}. Ensure citations follow American English spelling conventions, as [[Saintapedia]] uses American English.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Saintapedia:Lists_of_common_misspellings) | ||
4. '''Improve the map''': Ensure the {{tl|Saint parish map}} in the Parishes section accurately shows parishes named after the saint. If the map is incomplete, research additional parishes and add them (if your wiki supports this). | |||
4. '''Improve the map''': Ensure the {{tl|Saint parish map}} in the Parishes section accurately shows parishes named after the saint. If the map is incomplete, add | 5. '''Enhance readability''': Rewrite AI-generated text to make it engaging, clear, or concise. Use the VisualEditor for easy editing or the Enhanced editor for precise wikitext changes. Add images (if allowed) or links to related [[Saintapedia]] pages, like [[Administrative subdivision]] or [[Diocese]].[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Help:Editing_Saintapedia)[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Administrative_subdivision) | ||
6. '''Use accountability features''': Track changes using your Watchlist, which emails you when pages you’ve edited are updated. Review the article’s history to see past edits or undo mistakes. Every edit is tied to your account, ensuring transparency.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Saintapedia:Accountability_features) | |||
5. '''Enhance readability''': Rewrite AI-generated text to make it | 7. '''Update ReviewLevel''': After editing, update the `ReviewLevel` in the {{tl|Saints}} template to reflect your work: | ||
* 0 = AI-Generated (no human review). | * 0 = AI-Generated (no human review). | ||
* 1 = Minimal Human Review (basic fact-checking). | * 1 = Minimal Human Review (basic fact-checking). | ||
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* 5 = Fully Human-Validated (completely verified and polished). | * 5 = Fully Human-Validated (completely verified and polished). | ||
This “AI scale” tracks progress and encourages editors to improve articles. | This “AI scale” tracks progress and encourages editors to improve articles. | ||
8. '''Save and categorize''': Write an edit summary (e.g., “Added biography details and sources”), preview changes, and save. The template will update the review category (e.g., [[:Category:Human-Reviewed-Level3]] for `ReviewLevel=3`). Add your favorite articles to your user page for quick access.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Help:Editing_Saintapedia) | |||
By editing articles, you help make them more reliable and useful | By editing articles, you help make them more reliable and useful, moving them up the AI scale toward `ReviewLevel=5`. No edit is too small—whether fixing a typo or rewriting a section, you’re improving [[Saintapedia]] | ||
== The structure of a saint article == | == The structure of a saint article == | ||
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=== Significant events === | === Significant events === | ||
A bullet-point list of major achievements (e.g., founding a religious order). | A bullet-point list of major achievements (e.g., founding a religious order). | ||
* '''Improvement tip''': Include lesser-known events or cross-reference other | * '''Improvement tip''': Include lesser-known events or cross-reference other [[Saintapedia]] pages. | ||
=== Parishes === | === Parishes === | ||
A map of parishes named after the saint, using {{tl|Saint parish map|Where=[SAINT NAME]|zoom=7|Saint=[SAINT NAME]}}. | A map of parishes named after the saint, using {{tl|Saint parish map|Where=[SAINT NAME]|zoom=7|Saint=[SAINT NAME]}}. | ||
* '''Improvement tip''': Verify the map’s accuracy. | * '''Improvement tip''': Verify the map’s accuracy. Research additional parishes to add (if supported). | ||
=== Canonization === | === Canonization === | ||
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=== External links === | === External links === | ||
Trustworthy websites (e.g., CatholicSaints.info) about the saint. | Trustworthy websites (e.g., [https://catholicsaints.info/ CatholicSaints.info]) about the saint. | ||
* '''Improvement tip''': Add high-quality sources and remove outdated links. | * '''Improvement tip''': Add high-quality sources and remove outdated links. | ||
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== The Saints template == | == The Saints template == | ||
The {{tl|Saints}} template organizes key facts into an infobox and stores them in the Cargo database for searching (e.g., finding all saints from Ireland). It | The {{tl|Saints}} template organizes key facts into an infobox and stores them in the Cargo database for searching (e.g., finding all saints from Ireland). It adds the page to [[:Category:Saints]] and a review category based on `ReviewLevel`. | ||
Key parameters include: | Key parameters include: | ||
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* '''AssociatedCountries''', '''AssociatedDioceses''': Related places. | * '''AssociatedCountries''', '''AssociatedDioceses''': Related places. | ||
* '''ReviewLevel''': AI scale (0=AI-Generated, 1=Minimal Human Review, 2=Moderate, 3=Substantial, 4=Extensive, 5=Fully Human-Validated). | * '''ReviewLevel''': AI scale (0=AI-Generated, 1=Minimal Human Review, 2=Moderate, 3=Substantial, 4=Extensive, 5=Fully Human-Validated). | ||
'''Improvement tip''': Verify all parameters, especially coordinates and miracles. Update `ReviewLevel` after editing. | * '''Improvement tip''': Verify all parameters, especially coordinates and miracles. Update `ReviewLevel` after editing. | ||
== The Saints form == | == The Saints form == | ||
The Saints form, part of the Page Forms extension, lets you create or edit articles without coding. You enter data into fields (e.g., “Saint Name”) tied to the {{tl|Saints}} template and add text in the “Free text” area. For new articles, use the prompt to guide your input. For existing articles, edit fields and text to improve them, then update `ReviewLevel`. | The Saints form, part of the Page Forms extension, lets you create or edit articles without coding. You enter data into fields (e.g., “Saint Name”) tied to the {{tl|Saints}} template and add text in the “Free text” area. For new articles, use the prompt to guide your input. For existing articles, edit fields and text to improve them, then update `ReviewLevel`. Use the VisualEditor for easy editing or “Edit source” for wikitext precision.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Help:Editing_Saintapedia) | ||
* '''Improvement tip''': | * '''Improvement tip''': Correct errors or add missing fields in the form. Rewrite AI-generated “Free text” for clarity and depth. | ||
== Why improve saint articles? == | == Why improve saint articles? == | ||
Initial drafts from the prompt are a starting point but may lack depth or accuracy. Human editors bring articles to life by: | [[Saintapedia]] is a collaborative effort, and its accuracy and usability depend on active editor participation. Initial drafts from the prompt are a starting point but may lack depth or accuracy. Human editors bring articles to life by: | ||
* Adding unique stories or historical context. | * Adding unique stories or historical context. | ||
* Verifying facts with primary sources. | * Verifying facts with primary sources. | ||
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* Making the text engaging and polished. | * Making the text engaging and polished. | ||
The AI scale (`ReviewLevel`) tracks your contributions, showing readers how reliable the article is. A `ReviewLevel=5` article is a fully validated, high-quality resource. | The AI scale (`ReviewLevel`) tracks your contributions, showing readers how reliable the article is. A `ReviewLevel=5` article is a fully validated, high-quality resource. Every edit, from fixing a typo to adding a new section, helps make [[Saintapedia]] a valuable resource for everyone.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Tutorial_%28Saintapedia%29)[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Saintapedia:Accountability_features) | ||
== Get started == | == Get started == | ||
* To '''create''' an article, visit the Saints form, enter the saint’s name, and follow the prompt at [[Prompts]]. | * To '''create''' an article, visit the Saints form, enter the saint’s name, and follow the prompt at [[Prompts]]. | ||
* To '''improve''' an article, edit an existing page, verify facts, add details, and update `ReviewLevel`. | * To '''improve''' an article, edit an existing page using the VisualEditor or “Edit source,” verify facts, add details, and update `ReviewLevel`. Check your Watchlist for updates to pages you’ve edited.[](https://saintapedia.org/wiki/Saintapedia:Accountability_features) | ||
* | * Browse [[:Category:Saints]] for articles needing review (e.g., [[:Category:AI-Generated]]). | ||
Your contributions make a difference! | Your contributions make a difference! Be bold, add what you know, and help make [[Saintapedia]] the best it can be! | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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* [[Help:Templates]] – Learn about templates. | * [[Help:Templates]] – Learn about templates. | ||
* [[Help:Page Forms]] – Understand forms. | * [[Help:Page Forms]] – Understand forms. | ||
* [[Saintapedia:Accountability features]] – Learn about tracking edits. | |||
* [[Help:Editing Saintapedia]] – Guide to editing tools. | |||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
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* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:Page_Forms MediaWiki: Page Forms] – Guide to forms. | * [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:Page_Forms MediaWiki: Page Forms] – Guide to forms. | ||
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:Cargo MediaWiki: Cargo] – Guide to the Cargo database. | * [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:Cargo MediaWiki: Cargo] – Guide to the Cargo database. | ||
* [https://catholicsaints.info/ CatholicSaints.info] – Reliable source for saint information. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Help]] | [[Category:Help]] | ||