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Discussion pages (also called "talk pages") are an essential part of Origin Wiki's collaborative environment. They provide a space for editors to discuss improvements to articles, resolve disagreements, and coordinate efforts. Understanding how to use discussion pages effectively is key to successful collaboration.

Types of Discussion Pages

Article Talk Pages

Every article has an associated talk page where editors can discuss improvements to that specific article. These pages are accessed by clicking the "Discussion" tab at the top of an article.

User Talk Pages

Each user has a talk page where others can leave messages for them. This is a way to communicate directly with specific editors about their contributions or other matters.

Project Talk Pages

These pages are for discussing Origin Wiki policies, guidelines, and other project-wide matters. They are associated with pages in the "Origin Wiki:" namespace.

Community Portal

The Community Portal is a central place for community-wide discussions, announcements, and coordination.

How to Use Discussion Pages

  1. Start a new discussion:

    To start a new discussion, click the "Add Topic" button at the top of a talk page, or add a new section heading using the "==" syntax (e.g., "== New Topic ==").

  2. Reply to existing discussions:

    To reply to an existing discussion, click the "Reply" link at the bottom of a comment, or add your response below the last comment, indenting it with one or more colons (":") to show the conversation structure.

  3. Sign your comments:

    Always sign your comments on talk pages by adding four tildes ("~~~~") at the end, which will be automatically converted to your username and a timestamp.

  4. Watch pages:

    Add talk pages to your watchlist to be notified of new comments. This is especially important for discussions you're participating in.

Discussion Page Etiquette

  • Be civil and respectful: Treat other editors with respect, even when you disagree.
  • Focus on content, not contributors: Discuss the edits, not the editors.
  • Assume good faith: Assume that others are trying to help improve Origin Wiki.
  • Be concise: Keep your comments focused and to the point.
  • Stay on topic: Keep discussions relevant to improving the associated page.
  • Use clear section headings: Make it easy for others to understand what's being discussed.
  • Don't edit others' comments: Respect the integrity of others' comments, except for obvious formatting issues.

Formatting Discussion Pages

Section Headings

== New topic ==
=== Subtopic ===

Use "==" for main topics and "===" for subtopics.

Indentation

Comment. ~~~~
:Reply. ~~~~
::Reply to reply. ~~~~

Use colons (":") to indent replies, adding one more colon for each level of reply.

Signatures

Your comment. ~~~~

Four tildes ("~~~~") automatically generate your username and a timestamp when you save the page.

Linking

[[Article Name]]
[https://example.com External link]

Use double square brackets for internal links and single square brackets for external links.

Common Discussion Topics

Content Improvement

Discussions about how to improve the article's content, structure, or clarity. This might include suggestions for new sections, reorganization, or addressing gaps in coverage.

Source Reliability

Debates about the reliability of sources used in the article. This is especially important in the cryptocurrency space, where source quality can vary widely.

Neutrality Concerns

Discussions about whether the article presents information in a neutral, balanced way, representing all significant viewpoints fairly.

Factual Accuracy

Questions or corrections regarding the accuracy of information in the article, often accompanied by references to reliable sources.

Coordination

Planning for major revisions, coordinating efforts among multiple editors, or organizing related articles.

Resolving Disagreements

Discussion pages are the primary venue for resolving content disagreements. When conflicts arise, follow these steps:

  1. Discuss before making major changes: If you plan to make significant changes that might be controversial, discuss them on the talk page first.
  2. Focus on policies and guidelines: Base your arguments on Origin Wiki's policies and guidelines, such as verifiability and neutral point of view.
  3. Provide reliable sources: Support your position with references to reliable sources.
  4. Seek consensus: Work toward a solution that accommodates all valid concerns and has broad support.
  5. Consider compromise: Be willing to meet others halfway to reach a resolution.
  6. Request outside input: If needed, ask uninvolved editors for their perspectives.
  7. Use dispute resolution processes: For persistent disagreements, consider formal dispute resolution processes.

Tips for Productive Discussions

  • Start with a clear, specific topic rather than broad complaints
  • Provide concrete examples when discussing issues
  • Listen to others' perspectives and acknowledge valid points
  • Take breaks from heated discussions if emotions run high
  • Remember that the goal is to improve the article, not to "win" an argument
  • Thank others for helpful contributions and constructive feedback
  • Notify relevant editors when starting discussions that might interest them

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