Help:Files

Help:Files is a comprehensive guide that provides information on how to manage and use files in a MediaWiki environment. It covers a wide range of topics, including uploading files, file types, file usage, and file deletion.

Uploading Files

To upload a file in MediaWiki, users must have the 'upload' user right. The Special:Upload page is typically used for this purpose. Users can select a file from their device, provide a destination filename, and add a description. The file is then available for use on any page within the wiki.

File Types

MediaWiki supports a variety of file types, including images (JPEG, PNG, GIF), audio (OGG, WAV), and video (OGG, WebM). The type of file determines how it can be used and displayed within the wiki. For example, image files can be displayed directly on a page, while audio and video files are typically presented with a media player.

File Usage

Once a file has been uploaded, it can be used on any page within the wiki. The basic syntax for displaying a file is File:Filename.extension. Additional parameters can be used to control the size, alignment, and caption of the file. For example,

This is an example image

would display the file 'Example.jpg' as a right-aligned thumbnail with a width of 200 pixels and a caption of 'This is an example image'.

File Deletion

Files can be deleted by users with the 'delete' user right. This is typically done through the 'delete' option in the 'More' dropdown on the file page. Once a file has been deleted, it can only be restored by a user with the 'undelete' user right.

See Also

• Help:Images
• Help:Audio and video
• Help:User rights