Adding Images

Images can greatly enhance wiki articles by providing visual context. This guide explains how to properly add, format, and cite images on Origin Wiki.

Image Guidelines

Before adding images to Origin Wiki, please ensure they meet these requirements:

• Copyright compliance: Only upload images that you have the rights to use, are in the public domain, or are licensed under compatible licenses (e.g., Creative Commons)
• Relevance: Images should be directly relevant to the article content
• Quality: Images should be clear, properly cropped, and of reasonable resolution
• File size: Keep file sizes reasonable (under 5MB) to ensure fast page loading
• Format: Use common web formats like JPG, PNG, or WebP

Uploading Images

To upload an image to Origin Wiki:

1. Navigate to the "Upload File" page from the sidebar or tools menu
2. Click "Choose File" and select the image from your device
3. Add a descriptive filename that indicates the content of the image
4. Fill in the description field with details about the image
5. Select the appropriate license from the dropdown menu
6. Provide source information to verify the image's origin
7. Click "Upload" to complete the process

Adding Images to Articles

Once an image is uploaded, you can add it to an article:

1. Edit the page where you want to add the image
2. Position your cursor where the image should appear
3. Click the "Insert Image" button in the editor toolbar
4. Search for your uploaded image by name
5. Set the display options (size, alignment, caption)
6. Click "Insert" to add the image to the page

Alternatively, you can manually add images using the following syntax:

Image Formatting Options

When adding images, you can use these formatting options:

• Size: Specify width in pixels (e.g., 300px)
• Alignment: Position the image left, right, or center
• Thumbnail: Display as a smaller thumbnail with a frame
• Caption: Add descriptive text below the image
• Alt text: Provide alternative text for accessibility

Image Licensing

All images on Origin Wiki must have proper licensing. Common license types include:

• Public Domain: Images free of copyright restrictions
• Creative Commons: Various licenses allowing reuse with specific conditions
• Fair Use: Limited use of copyrighted material for specific purposes (rarely applicable)
• Self-created: Images you created yourself and are licensing for use on Origin Wiki

Always include proper attribution when required by the license. Improperly licensed images may be removed.

Best Practices for Images