User talk:Jfang86
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[edit] Additional tips
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[edit] Hi
Welcome, nice job so far, way to jump in, all that stuff that can't be said enough ;-)
One thing for future reference; it's best to use the "move" button at the top of each page rather than 'mirror' an old one. It automatically sets up the redirect, let's you move the talk page, causes watchlists to follow, and moves the history. Basically, it does a lot of technical things that a simple copy or cut and paste can't. Don't worry about it, every first-timer makes that same mistake (yeah, me too), just wanted to let you know. Again, I've been very impressed with your contributions so far. CovenantD 19:35, 28 June 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Copy and paste moves
Please don't copy and paste text for moves. The histories need to be saved for copyright purposes. If you want to move something, use the "Move" button on the top of the screen. Cheers!--Toffile 19:37, 28 June 2006 (UTC)
- Actually, if you just started editing today, you probably don't have that button yet. --Toffile 19:38, 28 June 2006 (UTC)
- Okay, I've fixed this up. For procedures on how to move a page, see WP:MOVE. The problem with a copy and paste move is that it invalidates the GFDL. Welcome to WIkipedia, by the way.Steve block Talk 20:12, 28 June 2006 (UTC)
Thanks everyone for this message -- I'm sorry if this caused any major inconveniences. There seems to be a pretty steep learning curve for Wikipedia that I didn't anticipate. Thanks everyone for your patience and help in correcting my mistake! --Jfang86 20:14, 28 June 2006 (UTC)
- It's not a problem. There's just stuff here that would go against what one might consider their intuition.--Toffile 20:18, 28 June 2006 (UTC)
[edit] License tagging for Image:Chopchop.jpg
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