Battlestar Wiki:Real point of view - Revision history

LIMAFOX76: add FR link

2009-10-13T08:16:58Z

add FR link

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	In rare instances, the volume of real-world information is such that notes or footnotes would make the article too complex to manage. In these cases, a real-world article can be created.		In rare instances, the volume of real-world information is such that notes or footnotes would make the article too complex to manage. In these cases, a real-world article can be created.
	Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.		Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.

			[[fr:Battlestar Wiki:Point de vue réel]]

Serenity at 22:26, 9 December 2007

2007-12-09T22:26:11Z

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	The '''Real Point of View''', from the perspective and purpose of Battlestar Wiki, is an encyclopedic description or detailing of events, cast, crew and production information on either [[Original Series]] or [[Re-imagined Series]].		The '''Real Point of View''', from the perspective and purpose of Battlestar Wiki, is an encyclopedic description or detailing of events, cast, crew and production information on either [[Original Series]] or [[Re-imagined Series]].

	Most articles on Battlestar Wiki are written with an "in-universe" voice. ~~Articles~~ with a real-world perspective are rare.		Most articles on Battlestar Wiki are written with an "in-universe" voice. Aside from documenting cast and crew, articles with a real-world perspective are relatively rare.

	==Differences in the Real-World Perspective==		==Differences in the Real-World Perspective==

Serenity: /* Create a new article with the out-of-universe information */ removing section on template use as it's very ikely to be deleted

2007-12-09T22:24:03Z

Create a new article with the out-of-universe information: removing section on template use as it's very ikely to be deleted

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	In rare instances, the volume of real-world information is such that notes or footnotes would make the article too complex to manage. In these cases, a real-world article can be created.		In rare instances, the volume of real-world information is such that notes or footnotes would make the article too complex to manage. In these cases, a real-world article can be created.
	Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.		Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.

	Once the article is complete, you can use the {{tl\|POV Real}} template tag at the top of the article to mark it as an article with a real-world perspective. Don't use this tag on articles such as cast and crew biographies or articles on DVD releases. These are, by their nature, always written in a real-world perspective.

Serenity: Battlestar Wiki:Real Point of View moved to Battlestar Wiki:Real point of view: Capitalization

2007-08-06T14:02:18Z

Battlestar Wiki:Real Point of View moved to Battlestar Wiki:Real point of view: Capitalization

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Spencerian: Clarifying.

2007-07-24T17:46:59Z

Clarifying.

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	A common type of references such as these involve contributor's notes that contrast or compare ''Battlestar'' events, characters or situations to unrelated films or television shows. For instance, one contributor noted that the term "Boomer" was used in the manga anime ''Bubblegum Crisis'' to describe the androids in that show, and attempted to relate it to the character of [[Sharon Valerii\|Sharon "Boomer" Valerii]] and her Cylon heritage. This note is not germane because this character was named after the [[Original Series]] character of [[Boomer (TOS)\|Boomer]], which existed years before ''Bubblegum Crisis'' existed.		A common type of references such as these involve contributor's notes that contrast or compare ''Battlestar'' events, characters or situations to unrelated films or television shows. For instance, one contributor noted that the term "Boomer" was used in the manga anime ''Bubblegum Crisis'' to describe the androids in that show, and attempted to relate it to the character of [[Sharon Valerii\|Sharon "Boomer" Valerii]] and her Cylon heritage. This note is not germane because this character was named after the [[Original Series]] character of [[Boomer (TOS)\|Boomer]], which existed years before ''Bubblegum Crisis'' existed.

	===~~Move~~ the out-of-universe information ~~into~~ the ~~Notes section of an~~ article===		===Compartmentalize the out-of-universe information in the article===
	Many articles that mix in-universe and out-of-universe perspectives have the out-of-universe information as bulleted items in a Notes section of the article. Generally, this is an acceptable way to ''quickly add'' such information in an article without creating distracting out-of-universe information in the in-universe article body.		Many articles that mix in-universe and out-of-universe perspectives have the out-of-universe information as bulleted items in a Notes section of the article. Generally, this is an acceptable way to ''quickly add'' such information in an article without creating distracting out-of-universe information in the in-universe article body.

	Such notes, however, have some disadvantages. One problem is that they don't allow for a reader to connect the reference to specific sections of the article, nor do they alert the reader of these special notes unless the reader actually reads the Notes section. Another problem is that the Notes section is a general location for trivia, related articles and other minutiae. Too many notes in the section will make it hard to read.		Such notes, however, have some disadvantages. One problem is that they don't allow for a reader to connect the reference to specific sections of the article, nor do they alert the reader of these special notes unless the reader actually reads the Notes section. Another problem is that the Notes section is a general location for trivia, related articles and other minutiae. Too many notes in the section will make it hard to read.

			If the out-of-universe reference has photos for contrast or comparison, you might be able to combine the use of italics to "set off" the out-of-universe text, and frame the italicized text adjacent to the photos. A good example of this is in the [[Case orange]] article, where a photo from the real world (U.S. President Johnson's swearing-in) is compared to a screenshot of a scene that was posed to reflect the mood of the out-of-universe picture. Keep in mind that too much italicized text can be distracting, which means it is probable that other means of breaking out the text is needed.

	===Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information===		===Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information===

Spencerian: /* Create a new article with the out-of-universe information */

2007-07-24T06:04:41Z

Create a new article with the out-of-universe information

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	Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.		Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.

	Once the article is complete, you can use the {{tl\|POV Real}} template tag at the top of the article to mark it as an article with a real-world perspective~~. It's not necessary or recommended to this tag with articles on cast and crew biographies~~. Don't use this tag on ~~any other types of~~ articles~~, including~~ cast and crew biographies~~, which~~ are, by their nature, always in a real-world perspective.		Once the article is complete, you can use the {{tl\|POV Real}} template tag at the top of the article to mark it as an article with a real-world perspective. Don't use this tag on articles such as cast and crew biographies or articles on DVD releases. These are, by their nature, always written in a real-world perspective.

Spencerian at 16:54, 21 May 2007

2007-05-21T16:54:57Z

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	The '''Real Point of View''', from the perspective and purpose of Battlestar Wiki, is an encyclopedic description or detailing of events, cast, crew and production information on either [[Original Series]] or [[Re-imagined Series]].		The '''Real Point of View''', from the perspective and purpose of Battlestar Wiki, is an encyclopedic description or detailing of events, cast, crew and production information on either [[Original Series]] or [[Re-imagined Series]].

			Most articles on Battlestar Wiki are written with an "in-universe" voice. Articles with a real-world perspective are rare.

	==Differences in the Real-World Perspective==		==Differences in the Real-World Perspective==

Shane: /* Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information */

2007-04-30T13:15:22Z

Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information

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	To use footnotes:		To use footnotes:

	#Create a section named <nowiki>==References==</nowiki> at the end of the article body, after the Notes section (if any).		#Create a section named <code><nowiki>==References==</nowiki></code> at the end of the article body, after the Notes section (if any).
	#Below the new References section, add ~~'''~~<nowiki><div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div></nowiki>~~'''~~.		#Below the new References section, add <code><nowiki><div style="font-size:85%"><references/></div></nowiki></code>.
	#Within the article text, place any footnotes between <nowiki><ref></nowiki> and <nowiki></ref></nowiki> tags immediately after the relevant topic. Make sure that your citations are written in a suitable form, like a MLA-style citation, or in complete sentences with proper punctuation and diction. Out-of-universe notes should use normal voice, not present voicing as used for episode chronicling.		#Within the article text, place any footnotes between <code><nowiki><ref></nowiki></code> and <code><nowiki></ref></nowiki></code> tags immediately after the relevant topic. Make sure that your citations are written in a suitable form, like a MLA-style citation, or in complete sentences with proper punctuation and diction. Out-of-universe notes should use normal voice, not present voicing as used for episode chronicling.
	#Use the page previewing feature when editing to check that your references appear properly in the References section. The footnotes will automatically number and renumber themselves as you enter or remove citations.		#Use the page previewing feature when editing to check that your references appear properly in the References section. The footnotes will automatically number and renumber themselves as you enter or remove citations.
	#Save the article and enjoy the results.		#Save the article and enjoy the results.

Spencerian: /* Move the out-of-universe information into the Notes section of an article */

2007-04-26T00:49:03Z

Move the out-of-universe information into the Notes section of an article

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	Many articles that mix in-universe and out-of-universe perspectives have the out-of-universe information as bulleted items in a Notes section of the article. Generally, this is an acceptable way to ''quickly add'' such information in an article without creating distracting out-of-universe information in the in-universe article body.		Many articles that mix in-universe and out-of-universe perspectives have the out-of-universe information as bulleted items in a Notes section of the article. Generally, this is an acceptable way to ''quickly add'' such information in an article without creating distracting out-of-universe information in the in-universe article body.

	Such notes, however, have ~~one disadvantage: They~~ don't allow for a reader to connect the reference to specific sections of the article, nor do they alert the reader of these special notes unless the reader actually reads the Notes section.		Such notes, however, have some disadvantages. One problem is that they don't allow for a reader to connect the reference to specific sections of the article, nor do they alert the reader of these special notes unless the reader actually reads the Notes section. Another problem is that the Notes section is a general location for trivia, related articles and other minutiae. Too many notes in the section will make it hard to read.

	===Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information===		===Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information===

Spencerian: Corrected.

2007-04-23T02:09:50Z

Corrected.

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	Such notes, however, have one disadvantage: They don't allow for a reader to connect the reference to specific sections of the article, nor do they alert the reader of these special notes unless the reader actually reads the Notes section.		Such notes, however, have one disadvantage: They don't allow for a reader to connect the reference to specific sections of the article, nor do they alert the reader of these special notes unless the reader actually reads the Notes section.

	Once the article is complete, you can use the {{tl\|POV Real}} template tag at the top of the article to mark it as an article with a real-world perspective. It's not necessary or recommended to this tag with articles on cast and crew biographies.

	===Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information===		===Use footnotes to reference the out-of-universe information===
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	===Create a new article with the out-of-universe information===		===Create a new article with the out-of-universe information===
	In rare instances, the volume of real-world information is such that notes or footnotes would make the article too complex to manage. In these cases, a real-world article can be created.		In rare instances, the volume of real-world information is such that notes or footnotes would make the article too complex to manage. In these cases, a real-world article can be created.
			Articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]s and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking to in-universe and out-of-universe articles to help document and cite. The [[Small arms]] article on Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example of a fully real-world point-of-view article.

	~~By their nature~~, ~~cast and crew biographies are~~ real-world ~~perspectives~~. ~~Other articles that discuss props, production notes, failed series [[continuation]]~~s ~~and the like may need an article that stands on its own, linking~~ to ~~in-universe and out-of-universe~~ articles ~~to help document~~ and ~~cite~~. ~~The [[Small arms]] article~~ on ~~Re-imagined Series weaponry is an excellent example~~ of a ~~fully~~ real-world ~~point-of-view article~~.		Once the article is complete, you can use the {{tl\|POV Real}} template tag at the top of the article to mark it as an article with a real-world perspective. It's not necessary or recommended to this tag with articles on cast and crew biographies. Don't use this tag on any other types of articles, including cast and crew biographies, which are, by their nature, always in a real-world perspective.