Help:Sound file markup

Help:Sound file markup is a guide for users on how to incorporate and manipulate sound files within MediaWiki articles. This feature enhances the multimedia capabilities of the wiki, allowing for a richer user experience by providing auditory content alongside textual information.

Overview

Sound file markup in MediaWiki utilizes specific syntax to embed audio files directly into pages. This capability is crucial for educational topics, such as language pronunciation, music examples, or any subject where audio provides additional value beyond text and images.

Embedding Audio Files

To embed an audio file in a MediaWiki page, the basic syntax used is: options Where Filename.extension refers to the name and format of the audio file, and options can include parameters such as "noicon", "autoplay", and "loop". These options control the appearance and behavior of the audio player in the article.

Options

• noicon - This option removes the speaker icon that typically accompanies an embedded audio file.
• autoplay - Causes the audio file to start playing as soon as the page loads. Use of this option should be limited as it can affect user experience negatively.
• loop - Allows the audio file to repeat indefinitely.

Supported Formats

MediaWiki supports various audio file formats, but the most commonly used are MP3, OGG, and WAV. The choice of format can affect the compatibility and performance of the audio playback on different devices and browsers.

Examples

Here is an example of how to embed an audio file that will autoplay and loop: File:Example.ogg

Best Practices

When using sound files in articles, it is important to consider the following:

• Ensure that the use of audio is relevant and adds value to the content.
• Be mindful of file sizes as large files can slow down page loading times.
• Consider accessibility and provide textual descriptions or transcripts of the audio content.

See Also

• Help:Images
• Help:Video file markup