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The following includes information regarding formatting in the Research Wiki Manual of Style.
 
== Character Formatting  ==
 
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Regardless of the font you paste into the wiki edit screen, your work will be saved in the system's default font<span style="font-weight: bold;">.</span>
 
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'''Bold'''
 
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To be used in headings and the beginning of collection links to emphasize information, such as, dates and surnames. Otherwise, bold should be used sparingly. <br>
 
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'''Italics'''
 
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Use italics if a word must be emphasized. List book titles in italics. Do not use italics for quoted text.<br>
 
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'''Underline'''
 
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Do not use underline as a way to emphasize text because the use of underline indicates text with a [http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/h/hyperlink.html hyperlink]. Do not underline book titles.<br>
 
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== Collection Links ==
Although, there is no one absolute way to list a database in the Wiki, the following are guidelines to provide a more user-friendly experience.
 
'''Summary of elements in a database link:'''<br>
#'''Bullet list:''' Start each database link with a bullet.
#'''List Dates:''' If dates are known regarding the database, repeat the dates in bold at directly after the bullet and before the database link. Do not use a hyphen after the dates or before the database link. 
#'''Hyphen and bold:''' Use a hyphen between the dates and bold the dates
#'''Exact title:''' When it is possible, list the exact title of the database in the clickable link to the database
#'''List website:''' To inform the website/company providing the database, put "at" and the name of the website. To increase readability, do not link the name of the website to a general search page or main page. The only time a link should be added is when the websites are found in a database link listing multiple websites. Include a link directly to the database for that website. Use the [[FamilySearch Wiki:Manual of Style- Formatting#Identical Collection Databases on Multiple Websites|Guidelines]] for more formatting instructions.
#'''Index/Images:''' Add whether the database contains an index, images, or both. Place that after an m-dash. Use the '''[[FamilySearch Wiki:Manual of Style- Formatting#"Index and Images" Phrases:|guidelines]]''' found below.
#'''($):''' If the database is on a subscription website, indicate it by putting a dollar sign in parenthesis ($) at the very end of the database link. Use the '''[[FamilySearch Wiki:Manual of Style- Formatting#Free and Subscription Websites|guidelines]]''' found below.
#'''Other info:''' Add any additional notes that would be helpful for users to know about this database. This can include information about locality coverage or any other important information.
#'''Identical Databases on Multiple Websites''' Use the '''[[FamilySearch Wiki:Manual of Style- Formatting#Identical Collection Databases on Multiple Websites|Guidelines]]''' for formatting a database link that is available on multiple websites.
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=== Databases ===
Below is an example of how to format a database collection. This is especially helpful for a list collections found on a Wiki page.<br><br>
<nowiki>*'''DATE RANGE''' [URL DATABASENAME] at WEBSITENAME — index & images, ($)</nowiki>
<br>
''Example:''<br>
*'''1880-1920''' [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10180/sweden-household-examination-books-1860-1947?s=218489221 Sweden Household Examination Books, 1860-1947] at MyHeritage — index & images, ($)<br><br>
 
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>*'''1880-1920''' [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10180/sweden-household-examination-books-1860-1947?s=218489221 Sweden Household Examination Books, 1880-1920] at MyHeritage — index & images, ($)</nowiki>
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====Guidelines for "Index & Images" Phrases====
Give information regarding how complete the collection is, what it covers, or additional helpful information at the end of the database line, by using an m-dash and one of the following phrases:
*"index & images": used for collections that have indexes with images attached or browsable images available
*"index": used for databases that are only an index and no images
*"images": used for databases that only have browsable images available
<br>
''Examples:''<br>
*'''1840-2004''' {{RecordSearch|1930397|Montana, County Births and Deaths, 1840-2004}} at FamilySearch — [[Montana, County Births and Deaths - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1840-2004''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60061 Montana, County Births and Deaths, 1840-2004] at Ancestry — index, ($)
*'''1639-1962''' [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/united-states-marriages?state=new%20york%2cny New York, United States Marriages] at FindMyPast — index, ($)
*'''1847–1848''' and '''1908–1936''' {{RecordSearch|1618491|New York, County Marriages, 1847-1848; 1908-1936}} at FamilySearch — [[New York, County Marriages - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; marriage license index on film goes to 1935<br>
*'''1801–1890''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=8920 Barber Collection- Newspaper Deaths] at Ancestry – index, ($); information extracted from the "Brooklyn Eagle" and the "New York Evening Post."
*'''1850-1990''' {{RecordSearch|1674841|Iowa Deaths and Burials, 1850-1990}} at FamilySearch — [[Iowa Deaths and Burials - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & some images
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==== Linking to Websites ====
*List the website the database is located on by stating, "at WEBSITENAME" after the name of the database
*Put a dash after the website name to list further information regarding index, images, subscription fees, completeness of database, and other important notes regarding the database collection.
*To increase readability, do not add a link to the website name.
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=== Identical Collection Databases on Multiple Websites ===
*Some databases are shared on more than one genealogical website.
*The first website listed should be formatted as found above.
*Subsequent websites with the same database should be listed adding the relevant link to the website name.
*FamilySearch databases should be listed first, when applicable.
*The phrase, ''Also at:'' should be added before the list of additional websites.
*Below is an example of the preferred way to list a database available on multiple websites: <br><br>
 
''Example:''<br>
*'''1849-1940''' {{RecordSearch|1520594|Sweden Baptisms}} at FamilySearch - [[Sweden Baptisms - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; ''Also at: [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/60361/ Ancestry]($), [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30098/sweden-baptisms-1611-1920 MyHeritage]($), [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/sweden-baptisms-1611-1920 FindMyPast]($)''<br><br>
 
''Example Wikitext Code:''<br>
<nowiki>*'''1849-1940''' {{RecordSearch|1520594|Sweden Baptisms}} at FamilySearch - [[Sweden Baptisms - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; ''Also at: [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/60361/ Ancestry]($), [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30098/sweden-baptisms-1611-1920 MyHeritage]($), [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/sweden-baptisms-1611-1920 FindMyPast]($)''</nowiki>
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=== Free and Subscription Websites ===
====Free Websites====
*Websites that are free and do not require a payment to view their information, do not require any indication in the link.
*It can be assumed that databases without a  "($)" are free.<br>
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====Subscription Websites====
*If you refer to a subscription website or one which has a charge to obtain information, use the "($)" to indicate that there may be a fee for the site.
*For websites requiring pound sterling, use "(£)."
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''Examples:''<br>
*'''1840-2004''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60061 Montana, County Births and Deaths, 1840-2004] at Ancestry — index, ($)
*'''1880-1920''' [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10180/sweden-household-examination-books-1860-1947?s=218489221 Sweden Household Examination Books, 1880-1920] at MyHeritage — index & images, ($)
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====Free Collections on Subscription Websites====
*When a collection is free to the public but housed on a subscription website, you can use the phrase, (Free collection) to make this indication.
*'''NOTE:''' Websites that are free do not require any indication in the link. It can be assumed by the user that any database listed without a ($) is free.<br><br>
 
''Example:''<br>
*'''1849-1985''' [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/70800/ Web: Minnesota, Naturalization Index, 1849-1985] at Ancestry (Free collection)<br><br>
 
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>*'''1849-1985''' [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/70800/ Web: Minnesota, Naturalization Index, 1849-1985] at Ancestry (Free collection)</nowiki>
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====Free Indexes and Images for Pay====
*When a website offers free access to their index, but requires payment to access the records, use, "free index, images ($)" at the end of the link.<br><br>
 
''Example:''<br>
*'''1900-1934''' [https://www.mnhs.org/search/people Minnesota Births, 1900-1934] at Minnesota Historical Society — free index, images, ($)
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''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>*'''1900-1934''' [https://www.mnhs.org/search/people Minnesota Births, 1900-1934] at Minnesota Historical Society — free index, images, ($)</nowiki>
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=== FamilySearch Historical Records Collections ===
1.  '''RecordSearch template:''' For FamilySearch Historical Records collections, use the RecordSearch template instead of an external link for any FamilySearch Historical Records databases.
::*''See '''[[Help:FamilySearch_Templates#Historical_Records_Collections_with_Index_-_RecordSearch|FamilySearch Templates]]''' for instructions on how to create the database link.''
::*''For additional '''[[Help:Research Record Templates|Instructions for creating RecordSearch template links]]'''.''
2.  '''How to Use this Collection link:''' Add a link titled, "How to Use this Collection" to the corresponding Historical Records collection Wiki page.
::a. From the collection details page, click the link that says "How to Use this Collection".<br>
::b. Use the code below to create the internal link. [[File:Hr screenshot.PNG|right|400px]]<br>
::<pre>[[NAME OF PAGE|How to Use this Collection]]</pre>
::c. Copy the name of the page and paste it to replace NAME OF PAGE in the code use above. <br>
3. '''Add additional info:''' Add any '''[[FamilySearch Wiki:Manual of Style#Databases|additional information]]''' as shown in the examples above after the "How to Use this Collection" link.<br>
<br>
''Example:''<br>
*'''1817 – 1979''' {{RecordSearch|2061549|Arkansas Probate Records 1817-1979|access=browse}} at FamilySearch — [[Arkansas Probate Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; images; includes guardianship records<br><br>
 
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>*'''1817 – 1979''' {{RecordSearch|2061549|Arkansas Probate Records 1817-1979|access=browse}} at FamilySearch — [[Arkansas Probate Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; images; includes guardianship records</nowiki>
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===FamilySearch Catalog Links===
*[[Help:FamilySearch Templates|FamilySearch Templates]] - This Wiki page explains how to create the templates listed in the examples below
==== FamilySearch Catalog Link to Digital Images ====
*Used to link to catalog entries that have links to digital images.<br><br>
''Example:''<br>
*'''1853-1860''' {{FHL|8815|item|disp=Abstract of original entries, 1853-1860 : duplicate of original entries, 1854-1858}} at FamilySearch Catalog – images<br><br>
 
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>*'''1853-1860''' {{FHL|8815|item|disp=Abstract of original entries, 1853-1860 : duplicate of original entries, 1854-1858}} at FamilySearch Catalog – images</nowiki>
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== Source Citations  ==
There is no one way to create a source. Many sources in the reference section of wiki pages follow The Chicago Manual of Style, but all are acceptable.  Below are some suggested formatting regarding citations.
 
=== Reference Bibliography ===
When adding a reference to information within a Wiki article, use the following code:<br>
 
<nowiki><ref>AUTHOR, "ARTICLE NAME," REPOSITORY, URL, accessed ACCESSDATE.</ref></nowiki>
<br>
 
''Example:''<br>
Chile’s official language is Spanish.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Chile," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chile, accessed 24 March 2016.</ref> <br><br>
 
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>Chile’s official language is Spanish.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Chile," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chile, accessed 24 March 2016.</ref></nowiki>
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=== Adding References Heading ===
Add a heading 2 or heading 3 (whichever is more appropriate for the page) named '''References''' as the last header on the page; i.e. at the bottom of the page <u>before</u> the NAVBOX and Category templates.  The '''reference list''' tag is added below the header in the following format:<br>
<nowiki>== References ==</nowiki><br>
<nowiki><references /></nowiki>
 
''More information can be found on [[FamilySearch Wiki:Source Citation Formats|Source Citation Formats]]'' <br>
 
=== Bibliography List in Body of the Wiki Page ===
When there are long lists of books or articles within a Wiki page, use the suggested format. This allows users to easily scan a list of pertinent resources.<br>
Add the information in the following order, left to right:<br>
1. First element: add a bullet at the beginning of each book/article citation<br>
2. Second element: Title of book in italics<br>
3. Year of publication<br>
4. Add the word “By” and then put the author’s full name, starting with first name<br>
5. Add publication information, using the following:  publication location, followed by colon, publisher.<br>
6. Add the words "Online at:" at the end following the publisher.
<br><br>
''Example:''<br>
*''Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties, Nebraska.'' 1890. Chicago, Illinois: Goodspeed Pub. Co. Online at:
<br>
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>*''Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties, Nebraska.'' 1890. Chicago, Illinois: Goodspeed Pub. Co. Online at:</nowiki>
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'''Formatting Guidelines:'''<br>
*Capitalize the complete title.<br>
*If the title is really long, just give the first portion of the title and leave off the rest.<br>
*If there is ever information missing use the following guidelines:
**Missing author: leave it blank and move on to the publisher information.
**Missing publication date: use n.d.
**Missing publication place: use n.p.
**Missing publisher: use n.p.
 
'''Example of no author, no date of publication, no place of publication, and no publisher information:'''<br>
:''Niobrara Centennial 1856-1956.'' N.d. N.p: n.p.<br>
 
== Repositories - Contact Information ==
Below is the suggested format for listing information about a specific repository in the Wiki:
 
'''INSTITUTION NAME'''<br>
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
Telephone: #######
Email: address@email.com
Website: [URL WEBSITENAME]<br>
(optional: brief description of institution hours/services, etc.)
 
''Example:''<br>
'''Seychelles National Archives'''<br>
5th June Avenue<br>
P.O. Box 720<br>
Victoria, Mahe<br>
Seychelles<br>
'''Telephone:''' +248 4 321 333<br>
'''Email:''' archives@seychelles.net<br>
'''Website:''' sna.gov.sc/<br>
 
:Family history research is done Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm on appointment.
:Genealogical Research at the National Archives has a fee.
 
''Example wikitext code:''<br>
<nowiki>'''Seychelles National Archives'''<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>5th June Avenue<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>P.O. Box 720<br</nowiki><br>
<nowiki>Victoria, Mahe<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>Seychelles<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>'''Telephone:''' +248 4 321 333<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>'''Email:''' archives@seychelles.net<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>'''Website:''' [http://www.sna.gov.sc/ sna.gov.sc]<br><br></nowiki><br>
 
<nowiki>:Family history research is done Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm on appointment.<br></nowiki><br>
<nowiki>:Genealogical Research at the National Archives has a fee.<br></nowiki><br>
 
== Geographical Names  ==
See [[FamilySearch Wiki:Naming Conventions for Geographic Names|Naming Conventions for Geographic Names]] for more information.
 
== Acronyms and Abbreviations  ==
 
*The first time you use a term that can be abbreviated, write it out and put the acronym in parentheses.
''Example:''<br>
The [https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/igi International Genealogical Index (IGI)] was a computer file created by [[The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints]].
 
*''[[Acronyms and Abbreviations|Acronyms and Abbreviations]]'' - a list of acronyms and abbreviations defined in the Wiki.
 
== Naming Subheadings within Articles  ==
 
=== Organizing Information  ===
 
In an article, subheadings or sections should be used to organize the content and keep similar information together. Subheadings should help users scan an article to find the information they need.
 
=== Guidelines for Subheadings/section Titles  ===
 
Use the guidelines for article titles with the following differences. Once you put in a title it can't be changed by you but subtitles can be changed, removed and reorganized by you.
 
#There are many [[Help:A quick guide to templates|templates]] that will help to organize a page. Two great examples: <br>
 
*[[FamilySearch Wiki:WikiProject County Page Template]]
*[[FamilySearch Wiki:WikiProject U.S. counties|FamilySearch Wiki:WikiProject U.S. Counties]]
 
#Use Help pages. They are guides to assist in the detailing of a page. An example:
 
*[[Help:Adding details to a Family History Center page]]
 
#Another guide that will help you organize a page is [[FamilySearch Wiki:Headings for Articles about Records|Headings for Articles about Records]]
 
#Then go to [[Help:Editing The Wiki|Editing the Wiki]]. This page gives many ways to add to your page and options to use.
[[Category:Writing_Wiki_Articles]] [[Category:Editing_Wiki_Articles]] [[Category:Style_Guidelines]]

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