How To Use Wiki

In order to create pages, edit pages, post comments and upload files you first must create a PBWorks account.  Create your account by clicking the link in the upper right hand corner.  Once you've set up your account and gotten admin approval for 'Writer' status, then you must be logged in to make any changes to the wiki.  Users may access the wiki with 'Reader' permissions only without creating an account.  The basic default permission level for all users is "Writer", which gives you access to creating and editing pages as well as uploading files and posting comments.

1. Editing Pages.  You must be logged in order to edit pages.  In order to edit a page, simply click the "Edit" tab at the top left of the page.  The page editor window will open which operates very similarly to Microsoft Word.  Please follow the organization that has already been established in the wiki, and respect the content that has come before you.  Advanced users may enter wiki coding using the "Source" button.

2. Creating Pages. You must be logged in to create pages. To create a new page, simply click the "Create a Page" link in the upper right corner (you can't be in edit mode though).  You must choose a name for the page, and you can choose a page template or folder location (optional).  Once you've done that, click the create page button, and it will take you to page editor where you can create your page.  Please follow the organization that has already been established in the wiki, and respect the content that has come before you.

3. Uploading Files.  You must be logged in to upload files. To upload files, simply click the "Upload Files" link in the upper right corner.  You will be taken to a page with all of the current uploaded files.  Cllick the "upload file" button and then click the "browse" button from the window that pops up.  Search your computer for the file you want to upload and once you select the file it will automatically upload it for you.  Note: the "writer" privledge does not give you access to delete a file once it has been uploaded, so if you make a mistake, contact an admin to correct it.

4. Posting Comments. You must be logged in to leave comments.  You may leave a comment on any page.  Simply begin typing in the comment window and then click the "Add Comment" button when you're finished typing.  It is helpful to mention the specific item or idea that you are commenting about.

5. Using Folders.  Only admins or users with the "editor" permission level may create and delete folders.  Any user with "writer" permission level may place any pages or files into any existing folders, so long as the folder is not locked.  Simply click on the appropriate folder under the "Folders Tab" on the home page to navigate to a specific folder.  You may also click the "Pages and Files" link to bring up a list of all the current files or pages, and then click the check box to select the page/file, and then click "move" to move them to a folder.  Folders are handy for organizing groups of like files and/or pages.

6. Contributors Page.  Lastly, once you've added any new content, don't forget create a page for yourself and add it to the Contributors page!

For more information on formatting Epic Duels Wiki pages, please see PBWorks' style guide.

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