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Devices[edit source]

This manual describes how to create and edit device-related articles on the Android Wiki.

Structure[edit source]

The texts in bold are obligatory

  1. Icons/Indicators
  2. Message Box Templates
  3. Infobox
  4. Main paragraph
  5. Details
  6. Development
  7. Other headings custom to the page
  8. Gallery
  9. References
  10. {{Wikipedia}}
  11. Categories

You are more than welcome to decide the format the article will use, however, remember to always keep the icons/indicators and infobox at the top, and the reference list and categories at the bottom!

Icons[edit source]

Main article: Template:Icons

Infobox[edit source]

Remember to add the {{Infobox device}} template with the following format:

{{Infobox device
|title        = 
|codename     = 
|logo         = 
|image        = 
|caption      = 
|brand        = 
|manufacturer = 
|slogan       = 
|series       = 
|modelnumber  = 
|networks     = 
|released     = 
|discontinued = 
|unitssold    = 
|unitsshipped = 
|predecessor  = 
|successor    = 
|related      = 
|type         = 
|form         = 
|size         = 
|weight       = 
|os           = 
|soc          = 
|cpu          = 
|gpu          = 
|memory       = 
|storage      = 
|memory_card  = 
|battery      = 
|display      = 
|rear_camera  = 
|front_camera = 
|sound        =
|connectivity = 
|other        = 
|website      = 
}}

title[edit source]

Optional: As the name suggests, it's the the title shown at the top of the infobox. If the title you wish here is the same as the name of the article, you may leave it blank.

codename[edit source]

Optional: The codename of the subject of the page, the device.

[edit source]

Optional: The logo of the device, only use an image for that, for example: Image.ext.

image[edit source]

Obligatory: A picture of the device, we recommend making the image transparent instead of leaving the background.

captions[edit source]

Optional: The image's caption on the infobox.

brand[edit source]

Optional: The device's brand, for example, Google Nexus or Samsung Galaxy. Almost the same as the series parameter.

manufacturer[edit source]

Obligatory: The device's manufacturer, for example, Google, Samsung, LG, Sony, Asus, etc.

slogan[edit source]

Optional: The device's commercial slogan, must be cited.

series[edit source]

Optional: The device's series, for example, Google Nexus or Samsung Galaxy. Almost the same as the brand parameter.

modelnumber[edit source]

Optional: The device's model number.

networks[edit source]

Optional: The networks of the device.

released[edit source]

Obligatory: The date the device was released.

discontinued[edit source]

If needed: The date the device was discontinued.

unitssold[edit source]

Optional: The number of devices sold.

unitsshipped[edit source]

Optional: The number of devices shipped.

predecessor[edit source]

If needed: The predecessor of the device.

successor[edit source]

If needed: The successor of the device.

related[edit source]

Optional: Related devices.

type[edit source]

Optional: Type of device: smartphone, phablet, tablet, smart TV

form[edit source]

Optional: Form factor of the device.

size[edit source]

Obligatory: Size of the device, use rather the {{Inches}} or {{MM}} templates with the following formats:

Inches[edit source]
{{Inches|Height x Width x Depth}}
Millimetres[edit source]
{{MM|Height x Width x Depth}}

weight[edit source]

Optional: Weight/mass of the device, use the {{Grams}} template with the following formats:

{{Grams|Weight}}

os[edit source]

Obligatory: Android version of the device, use the following formats:

For available devices[edit source]
Original: [FIRST ANDROID VERSION OF THE DEVICE]
Current: [CURRENT UPDATE]
For discontinued devices[edit source]
Original: [FIRST ANDROID VERSION OF THE DEVICE]
Final: [FINAL UPDATE]

soc[edit source]

Optional: The sistem-on-chip of the device.

gpu[edit source]

Optional: The graphics processing unit (GPU) of the device.

memory[edit source]

Obligatory: The RAM/ROM memory of the device, use rather the {{MB}}, {{GB}} or {{TB}} templates with the following formats:

Megabytes[edit source]
{{MB|number}}
Gigabytes[edit source]
{{GB|number}}
Terabytes[edit source]
{{TB|number}}

storage[edit source]

Obligatory: The maximum storage of the device, use the same format as the memory parameter.

memory_card[edit source]

Optional: The memory card of the device.

battery[edit source]

Optional: The battery power of the device, use the {{mAh}} template with the following format:

{{mAh|number}}

display[edit source]

Optional: The screen size of the device, use the following format (use the {{PX}} template and replace "AR" with the aspect ratio of the device):

{{PX|screen size}} (AR)

rear_camera[edit source]

Optional: The megapixels of the device's rear camera, use the {{MP}} template with the following format:

{{MP|number}}

front_camera[edit source]

Optional: The megapixels of the device's front camera, use the {{MP}} template with the following format:

{{MP|number}}

sound[edit source]

Optional: The audio functions of the device.

connectivity[edit source]

Optional: The connectivity functions of the device.

other[edit source]

Optional: Other functions of the device.

website[edit source]

Optional: The device's website.

Main paragraph[edit source]

The main paragraph is the part of your article between the infobox and the headings, use the following format:

The '''[DEVICE NAME]''' is a(n) [TYPE OF DEVICE] manufactured by [MANUFACTURER(S)] released on [DD MM YYYY]. [Some background and relevant information].

Details[edit source]

The "Details" section refers to a heading with a table with the device's hardware specifications, use the following format:

Code[edit source]

== Details ==
{{DetailsExample}}

=== Development ===
The "Development" is a heading with the device's development history (if needed), announcement (obligatory), release (obligatory) and reception (optional). Use the following format:
<syntaxhighlight lang="wikitext">
== Development ==
The [DEVICE NAME] started development on/in [DATE] and was manufactured by [MANUFACTURER(S)], soon after it was announced on [DD MM YYYY], and later released on [DD MM YYYY]. The device's reception was [positive/mixed/negative], it was praised by it's [POSITIVE TRAITS], but was criticized by it's [NEGATIVE TRAITS].

Gallery[edit source]

The "Gallery" section refers to a heading with additional images of the device:

== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:[FILENAME1].ext|Description of the image, if needed.
File:[FILENAME2].ext
and so on...
</gallery>

References[edit source]

This section must only contain the following format:

== References ==
{{reflist}}

Versions[edit source]

This manual describes how to create and edit Android version-related articles on the Android Wiki.

Structure[edit source]

The texts in bold are obligatory

  1. Icons/Indicators
  2. Message Box Templates
  3. Infobox
  4. Main paragraph
  5. Development
  6. Features
  7. Other headings custom to the page
  8. Gallery
  9. References
  10. {{Wikipedia}}
  11. Categories

You are more than welcome to decide the format the article will use, however, remember to always keep the icons/indicators and infobox at the top, and the reference list and categories at the bottom!

Icons[edit source]

Main article: Template:Icons

Infobox[edit source]

Remember to add the {{Infobox android}} template with the following format:

{{Infobox android
| title                  = 
| logo                   = 
| screenshot             = 
| predecessor            = 
| successor              = 
| version_of             = 
| codename               = 
| slogan                 = 
| developer              = 
| family                 = 
| working_state          = 
| released               = 
| discontinued           = 
| latest_release         = 
| latest_preview         = 
| marketing target       = 
| programmed_in          = 
| license                = 
| website                =  
}}

title[edit source]

Optional: As the name suggests, it's the the title shown at the top of the infobox. If the title you wish here is the same as the name of the article, you may leave it blank.

logo[edit source]

Obligatory: The logo of the Android version, only use an image for that, for example: Image.ext.

screenshot[edit source]

Optional: A screenshot of a device with the version.

predecessor[edit source]

Obligatory: The predecessor of the version.

successor[edit source]

Obligatory: The successor of the version.

version_of[edit source]

Optional: For articles about releases of Android.

codename[edit source]

If needed: The codename of the Android version.

slogan[edit source]

Optional: The device's commercial slogan, must be cited.

developer[edit source]

Obligatory: The version's developer, for example, Google and the Open Handset Alliance.

family[edit source]

Obligatory: The version's family, only put "Default Unix-like".

working_state[edit source]

Obligatory: The version's current working state, put "Current" or "No longer supported"

discontinued[edit source]

Obligatory: If the version was discontinued or not, put "Yes" or "No"

Yes[edit source]

Use the following format:

Yes<br>(DATE OF DISCONTINUATION)
No[edit source]

Use the following format if it's still supported:

No

Use the following format if it's no longer supported:

No<br>Unsupported since (DATE OF UNSUPPORT)

latest_release[edit source]

If needed: The date of the version's latest release.

latest_preview[edit source]

If needed: The date of the version's latest preview release.

programmed_in[edit source]

Optional: The programming languages used for the version, only put "Default C (core), C++, Java (UI)".

license[edit source]

Optional: The version¡'s license

website[edit source]

If needed: The version's official website

Main paragraph[edit source]

The main paragraph is the part of your article between the infobox and the headings, use the following format:

'''[VERSION NAME]''' is/was the [ORDINAL NUMBER] version of [[Android]], it was released on [DD MM YYYY]. [Some background and relevant information].

History[edit source]

The "History" is a heading with the device's development history (if needed), announcement (obligatory), release (obligatory), reception (optional) and support history (if needed). Use the following format:

== Development ==
[VERSION NAME] started development on/in [DATE] and was developed by [MANUFACTURER(S)], soon after it was announced on [DD MM YYYY], and later released on [DD MM YYYY]. The version's reception was [positive/mixed/negative], it was praised by it's [POSITIVE TRAITS], but was criticized by it's [NEGATIVE TRAITS]. Support for [VERSION NAME] ended on/in [DATE].

Features[edit source]

This section is up to you! Please remember to cite every feature of the version.

Gallery[edit source]

The "Gallery" section refers to a heading with additional images of the version:

== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:[FILENAME1].ext|Description of the image, if needed.
File:[FILENAME2].ext
and so on...
</gallery>

References[edit source]

This section must only contain the following format:

== References ==
{{reflist}}

Sourcing[edit source]

This manual describes how to cite articles on the Android Wiki.

Basics[edit source]

The Citing Rule (5.10) ensures all content on pages is well-sourced. This is critical as content can sometimes be sensitive, causing offence to many individuals are associated with the content. The Android Wiki is also an encyclopedia, which means personal opinions should not be used on articles per the Neutrality Rule (5.2).

FAQ[edit source]

What is sourcing?[edit source]

Sourcing involves making sure declarations in an article have a reference acting as evidence for where that statement came from. This is important as some words can be controversial, thus can cause offense to some individuals associated with that content.

If you come across an entire page that isn't sourced and you don't have the time to add sources to the article yourself, please add {{nociting}} to the top of the article. Similarly, when you find an unsourced sentence or section that you consider it should be sourced, add {{cite}} after the last sentence. Doing so will automatically add the "Citations needed" category to the entire page, alerting everyone of the work that needs to be done to the article.

How can I source?[edit source]

Sourcing involves applying the format below showing where the information comes from:

If the source has a credited author, use:

<ref>{{Ref|title=<insert here>|url=<insert here>|access-date=<insert here>|author=[<insert url here> <insert author here>] from [<insert url here> <insert website name here>]|day=<DD>|month=<MM>|year=<YYYY>}}</ref>


If the source has an uncredited author or it's a review, use:

<ref>{{Ref|title=<insert here>|url=<insert here>|access-date=<insert here>|author=[<insert url here> <insert website name here>]}}</ref>

What should I source?[edit source]

There are things that really need sourcing, but also things that don't, such as things that everyone know, such as "phones are smaller than tablets". The following should be sourced:

  • The specifications of a device.
  • The features of an OS version.
  • The history of the subject.
  • The reception of a product.

If you are not sure if something needs to be sourced or not, please always ask a staff member if you have any questions.

What happens if I don't source articles?[edit source]

Failure to follow this manual section will result in reminders according to our wiki rules.

What sources can I use?[edit source]

This will often be case by case as while some sources may be lesser known, they may still be reliable. Sources that are definitely appropriate include:

  • Online videos and/or multimedia.
  • Well-trusted review sites.
  • Reliable news outlets/publications.

Templates[edit source]

This manual describes the templates that need to be used on the Android Wiki.

Structure[edit source]

The texts in bold are obligatory

  1. {{delete}} - Top
  2. {{stub}} - Top
  3. {{cleanup}} - Top
  4. {{nociting}} - Top
  5. {{biased}} - Top
  6. {{wikipedia}} - Bottom

Remember to always keep the templates above the infobox and below the icons/indicators!

Delete[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to mark pages for deletion, categorizing them in Category:Candidates for deletion.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{delete}} on the page to be deleted, and "reason" is the reason it has been nominated.

Use[edit source]

Please use the template if the article violates the following rules:

  • The English Rule (1.0)
  • The Anti-slur Rule (1.2)
  • The Anti-NSFW Rule (1.5)
  • The Anti-spam Rule (1.8)
  • The Anti-promotion Rule (1.9)
  • The Anti-doxxing Rule (1.13)
  • The Bytes Rule (5.0)
  • The English Rule (5.0)
  • The Third-Person Rule (5.3)
  • The Anti-AI Rule Rule (5.4)
  • The Anti-copypasting Rule (5.5)
  • The Anti-duplicates Rule (5.9)
  • The Citing Rule (5.10)

Stub[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article as incomplete, or a stub per The Stubs Rule (5.1).

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{stub}} on the incomplete article.

Cleanup[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article that requires cleanup to meet the editing manual.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{cleanup|reason}} on the page to be cleaned, where "reason" is the reason it has been nominated.

Nociting[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article without citations, this is only for pages created before the wiki's rules change on December 21, 2023.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{nociting}} on the page without sources

Biased[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article without neutrality per the rule 5.2 (The Neutrality Rule).

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{biased}} on the page written without neutrality.

Wikipedia[edit source]

Description[edit source]

It's a template placed at the bottom of pages that use content from Wikipedia.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{Wikipedia}} on the page with Wikipedia information. }}

<tabber> Devices= This manual describes how to create and edit device-related articles on the Android Wiki.

Structure[edit source]

The texts in bold are obligatory

  1. Icons/Indicators
  2. Message Box Templates
  3. Infobox
  4. Main paragraph
  5. Details
  6. Development
  7. Other headings custom to the page
  8. Gallery
  9. References
  10. {{Wikipedia}}
  11. Categories

You are more than welcome to decide the format the article will use, however, remember to always keep the icons/indicators and infobox at the top, and the reference list and categories at the bottom!

Icons[edit source]

Main article: Template:Icons

Infobox[edit source]

Remember to add the {{Infobox device}} template with the following format:

{{Infobox device
|title        = 
|codename     = 
|logo         = 
|image        = 
|caption      = 
|brand        = 
|manufacturer = 
|slogan       = 
|series       = 
|modelnumber  = 
|networks     = 
|released     = 
|discontinued = 
|unitssold    = 
|unitsshipped = 
|predecessor  = 
|successor    = 
|related      = 
|type         = 
|form         = 
|size         = 
|weight       = 
|os           = 
|soc          = 
|cpu          = 
|gpu          = 
|memory       = 
|storage      = 
|memory_card  = 
|battery      = 
|display      = 
|rear_camera  = 
|front_camera = 
|sound        =
|connectivity = 
|other        = 
|website      = 
}}

title[edit source]

Optional: As the name suggests, it's the the title shown at the top of the infobox. If the title you wish here is the same as the name of the article, you may leave it blank.

codename[edit source]

Optional: The codename of the subject of the page, the device.

logo[edit source]

Optional: The logo of the device, only use an image for that, for example: Image.ext.

image[edit source]

Obligatory: A picture of the device, we recommend making the image transparent instead of leaving the background.

captions[edit source]

Optional: The image's caption on the infobox.

brand[edit source]

Optional: The device's brand, for example, Google Nexus or Samsung Galaxy. Almost the same as the series parameter.

manufacturer[edit source]

Obligatory: The device's manufacturer, for example, Google, Samsung, LG, Sony, Asus, etc.

slogan[edit source]

Optional: The device's commercial slogan, must be cited.

series[edit source]

Optional: The device's series, for example, Google Nexus or Samsung Galaxy. Almost the same as the brand parameter.

modelnumber[edit source]

Optional: The device's model number.

networks[edit source]

Optional: The networks of the device.

released[edit source]

Obligatory: The date the device was released.

discontinued[edit source]

If needed: The date the device was discontinued.

unitssold[edit source]

Optional: The number of devices sold.

unitsshipped[edit source]

Optional: The number of devices shipped.

predecessor[edit source]

If needed: The predecessor of the device.

successor[edit source]

If needed: The successor of the device.

related[edit source]

Optional: Related devices.

type[edit source]

Optional: Type of device: smartphone, phablet, tablet, smart TV

form[edit source]

Optional: Form factor of the device.

size[edit source]

Obligatory: Size of the device, use rather the {{Inches}} or {{MM}} templates with the following formats:

Inches[edit source]
{{Inches|Height x Width x Depth}}
Millimetres[edit source]
{{MM|Height x Width x Depth}}

weight[edit source]

Optional: Weight/mass of the device, use the {{Grams}} template with the following formats:

{{Grams|Weight}}

os[edit source]

Obligatory: Android version of the device, use the following formats:

For available devices[edit source]
Original: [FIRST ANDROID VERSION OF THE DEVICE]
Current: [CURRENT UPDATE]
For discontinued devices[edit source]
Original: [FIRST ANDROID VERSION OF THE DEVICE]
Final: [FINAL UPDATE]

soc[edit source]

Optional: The sistem-on-chip of the device.

gpu[edit source]

Optional: The graphics processing unit (GPU) of the device.

memory[edit source]

Obligatory: The RAM/ROM memory of the device, use rather the {{MB}}, {{GB}} or {{TB}} templates with the following formats:

Megabytes[edit source]
{{MB|number}}
Gigabytes[edit source]
{{GB|number}}
Terabytes[edit source]
{{TB|number}}

storage[edit source]

Obligatory: The maximum storage of the device, use the same format as the memory parameter.

memory_card[edit source]

Optional: The memory card of the device.

battery[edit source]

Optional: The battery power of the device, use the {{mAh}} template with the following format:

{{mAh|number}}

display[edit source]

Optional: The screen size of the device, use the following format (use the {{PX}} template and replace "AR" with the aspect ratio of the device):

{{PX|screen size}} (AR)

rear_camera[edit source]

Optional: The megapixels of the device's rear camera, use the {{MP}} template with the following format:

{{MP|number}}

front_camera[edit source]

Optional: The megapixels of the device's front camera, use the {{MP}} template with the following format:

{{MP|number}}

sound[edit source]

Optional: The audio functions of the device.

connectivity[edit source]

Optional: The connectivity functions of the device.

other[edit source]

Optional: Other functions of the device.

website[edit source]

Optional: The device's website.

Main paragraph[edit source]

The main paragraph is the part of your article between the infobox and the headings, use the following format:

The '''[DEVICE NAME]''' is a(n) [TYPE OF DEVICE] manufactured by [MANUFACTURER(S)] released on [DD MM YYYY]. [Some background and relevant information].

Details[edit source]

The "Details" section refers to a heading with a table with the device's hardware specifications, use the following format:

Code[edit source]

== Details ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Device
!insert model name here
!insert model name here
|-
!Type of device
|insert type here
|insert type here
|-
!Storage
|{{GB|insert here}}
|{{GB|insert here}}
|-
!Memory
|{{GB|insert here}}
|{{GB|insert here}}
|-
!Weight
|{{Grams|insert here}}
|{{Grams|insert here}}
|-
!Screen size
|{{PX|insert here x insert here}}
|{{PX|insert here x insert here}}
|-
!Dimensions
|{{Inches|insert here x insert here x insert here}}
|{{Inches|insert here x insert here x insert here}}
|-
!Front camera
|{{MP|insert here}}
|{{MP|insert here}}
|-
!Rear camera
|{{MP|insert here}}
|{{MP|insert here}}
|-
!Battery
|{{mAh|insert here}}
|{{mAh|insert here}}
|}

Visual[edit source]

Device insert model name here insert model name here
Type of device insert type here insert type here
Storage insert here GB insert here GB
Memory insert here GB insert here GB
Weight insert here grams insert here grams
Screen size insert here x insert here px insert here x insert here px
Dimensions insert here x insert here x insert here" insert here x insert here x insert here"
Front camera insert here MP insert here MP
Rear camera insert here MP insert here MP
Battery insert here mAh insert here mAh

Development[edit source]

The "Development" is a heading with the device's development history (if needed), announcement (obligatory), release (obligatory) and reception (optional). Use the following format:

== Development ==
The [DEVICE NAME] started development on/in [DATE] and was manufactured by [MANUFACTURER(S)], soon after it was announced on [DD MM YYYY], and later released on [DD MM YYYY]. The device's reception was [positive/mixed/negative], it was praised by it's [POSITIVE TRAITS], but was criticized by it's [NEGATIVE TRAITS].

Gallery[edit source]

The "Gallery" section refers to a heading with additional images of the device:

== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:[FILENAME1].ext|Description of the image, if needed.
File:[FILENAME2].ext
and so on...
</gallery>

References[edit source]

This section must only contain the following format:

== References ==
{{reflist}}

|-| Versions= This manual describes how to create and edit Android version-related articles on the Android Wiki.

Structure[edit source]

The texts in bold are obligatory

  1. Icons/Indicators
  2. Message Box Templates
  3. Infobox
  4. Main paragraph
  5. Development
  6. Features
  7. Other headings custom to the page
  8. Gallery
  9. References
  10. {{Wikipedia}}
  11. Categories

You are more than welcome to decide the format the article will use, however, remember to always keep the icons/indicators and infobox at the top, and the reference list and categories at the bottom!

Icons[edit source]

Main article: Template:Icons

Infobox[edit source]

Remember to add the {{Infobox android}} template with the following format:

{{Infobox android
| title                  = 
| logo                   = 
| screenshot             = 
| predecessor            = 
| successor              = 
| version_of             = 
| codename               = 
| slogan                 = 
| developer              = 
| family                 = 
| working_state          = 
| released               = 
| discontinued           = 
| latest_release         = 
| latest_preview         = 
| marketing target       = 
| programmed_in          = 
| license                = 
| website                =  
}}

title[edit source]

Optional: As the name suggests, it's the the title shown at the top of the infobox. If the title you wish here is the same as the name of the article, you may leave it blank.

logo[edit source]

Obligatory: The logo of the Android version, only use an image for that, for example: Image.ext.

screenshot[edit source]

Optional: A screenshot of a device with the version.

predecessor[edit source]

Obligatory: The predecessor of the version.

successor[edit source]

Obligatory: The successor of the version.

version_of[edit source]

Optional: For articles about releases of Android.

codename[edit source]

If needed: The codename of the Android version.

slogan[edit source]

Optional: The device's commercial slogan, must be cited.

developer[edit source]

Obligatory: The version's developer, for example, Google and the Open Handset Alliance.

family[edit source]

Obligatory: The version's family, only put "Default Unix-like".

working_state[edit source]

Obligatory: The version's current working state, put "Current" or "No longer supported"

discontinued[edit source]

Obligatory: If the version was discontinued or not, put "Yes" or "No"

Yes[edit source]

Use the following format:

Yes<br>(DATE OF DISCONTINUATION)
No[edit source]

Use the following format if it's still supported:

No

Use the following format if it's no longer supported:

No<br>Unsupported since (DATE OF UNSUPPORT)

latest_release[edit source]

If needed: The date of the version's latest release.

latest_preview[edit source]

If needed: The date of the version's latest preview release.

programmed_in[edit source]

Optional: The programming languages used for the version, only put "Default C (core), C++, Java (UI)".

license[edit source]

Optional: The version¡'s license

website[edit source]

If needed: The version's official website

Main paragraph[edit source]

The main paragraph is the part of your article between the infobox and the headings, use the following format:

'''[VERSION NAME]''' is/was the [ORDINAL NUMBER] version of [[Android]], it was released on [DD MM YYYY]. [Some background and relevant information].

History[edit source]

The "History" is a heading with the device's development history (if needed), announcement (obligatory), release (obligatory), reception (optional) and support history (if needed). Use the following format:

== Development ==
[VERSION NAME] started development on/in [DATE] and was developed by [MANUFACTURER(S)], soon after it was announced on [DD MM YYYY], and later released on [DD MM YYYY]. The version's reception was [positive/mixed/negative], it was praised by it's [POSITIVE TRAITS], but was criticized by it's [NEGATIVE TRAITS]. Support for [VERSION NAME] ended on/in [DATE].

Features[edit source]

This section is up to you! Please remember to cite every feature of the version.

Gallery[edit source]

The "Gallery" section refers to a heading with additional images of the version:

== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:[FILENAME1].ext|Description of the image, if needed.
File:[FILENAME2].ext
and so on...
</gallery>

References[edit source]

This section must only contain the following format:

== References ==
{{reflist}}

|-| Sourcing= This manual describes how to cite articles on the Android Wiki.

Basics[edit source]

The Citing Rule (5.10) ensures all content on pages is well-sourced. This is critical as content can sometimes be sensitive, causing offence to many individuals are associated with the content. The Android Wiki is also an encyclopedia, which means personal opinions should not be used on articles per the Neutrality Rule (5.2).

FAQ[edit source]

What is sourcing?[edit source]

Sourcing involves making sure declarations in an article have a reference acting as evidence for where that statement came from. This is important as some words can be controversial, thus can cause offense to some individuals associated with that content.

If you come across an entire page that isn't sourced and you don't have the time to add sources to the article yourself, please add {{nociting}} to the top of the article. Similarly, when you find an unsourced sentence or section that you consider it should be sourced, add {{cite}} after the last sentence. Doing so will automatically add the "Citations needed" category to the entire page, alerting everyone of the work that needs to be done to the article.

How can I source?[edit source]

Sourcing involves applying the format below showing where the information comes from:

If the source has a credited author, use:

<ref>{{Ref|title=<insert here>|url=<insert here>|access-date=<insert here>|author=[<insert url here> <insert author here>] from [<insert url here> <insert website name here>]|day=<DD>|month=<MM>|year=<YYYY>}}</ref>


If the source has an uncredited author or it's a review, use:

<ref>{{Ref|title=<insert here>|url=<insert here>|access-date=<insert here>|author=[<insert url here> <insert website name here>]}}</ref>

What should I source?[edit source]

There are things that really need sourcing, but also things that don't, such as things that everyone know, such as "phones are smaller than tablets". The following should be sourced:

  • The specifications of a device.
  • The features of an OS version.
  • The history of the subject.
  • The reception of a product.

If you are not sure if something needs to be sourced or not, please always ask a staff member if you have any questions.

What happens if I don't source articles?[edit source]

Failure to follow this manual section will result in reminders according to our wiki rules.

What sources can I use?[edit source]

This will often be case by case as while some sources may be lesser known, they may still be reliable. Sources that are definitely appropriate include:

  • Online videos and/or multimedia.
  • Well-trusted review sites.
  • Reliable news outlets/publications.

|-| Templates= This manual describes the templates that need to be used on the Android Wiki.

Structure[edit source]

The texts in bold are obligatory

  1. {{delete}} - Top
  2. {{stub}} - Top
  3. {{cleanup}} - Top
  4. {{nociting}} - Top
  5. {{biased}} - Top
  6. {{wikipedia}} - Bottom

Remember to always keep the templates above the infobox and below the icons/indicators!

Delete[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to mark pages for deletion, categorizing them in Category:Candidates for deletion.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{delete}} on the page to be deleted, and "reason" is the reason it has been nominated.

Use[edit source]

Please use the template if the article violates the following rules:

  • The English Rule (1.0)
  • The Anti-slur Rule (1.2)
  • The Anti-NSFW Rule (1.5)
  • The Anti-spam Rule (1.8)
  • The Anti-promotion Rule (1.9)
  • The Anti-doxxing Rule (1.13)
  • The Bytes Rule (5.0)
  • The English Rule (5.0)
  • The Third-Person Rule (5.3)
  • The Anti-AI Rule Rule (5.4)
  • The Anti-copypasting Rule (5.5)
  • The Anti-duplicates Rule (5.9)
  • The Citing Rule (5.10)

Stub[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article as incomplete, or a stub per The Stubs Rule (5.1).

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{stub}} on the incomplete article.

Cleanup[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article that requires cleanup to meet the editing manual.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{cleanup|reason}} on the page to be cleaned, where "reason" is the reason it has been nominated.

Nociting[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article without citations, this is only for pages created before the wiki's rules change on December 21, 2023.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{nociting}} on the page without sources

Biased[edit source]

Description[edit source]

This template is used to list an article without neutrality per the rule 5.2 (The Neutrality Rule).

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{biased}} on the page written without neutrality.

Wikipedia[edit source]

Description[edit source]

It's a template placed at the bottom of pages that use content from Wikipedia.

Syntax[edit source]

Type {{Wikipedia}} on the page with Wikipedia information. </tabber>