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Editing the CWCki can be difficult. It is a collaborative effort that benefits from consistency, clarity, and a shared understanding of the best practices. This guide outlines the formatting, tone, and structural standards for contributors to ensure that articles are informative, well-organized, and aligned with community expectations.
 
This is not a forum, a fanfiction archive, or a platform for speculation. The CWCki exists to document verifiable events and individuals connected to Chris and his orbit. Please edit responsibly.
 
==General Principles==
 
* '''Objective Tone''': Maintain a neutral, factual, and mildly witty tone. Avoid sarcasm, personal theories, and unverified claims.
* '''Avoid Memespeak''': This is not Encyclopedia Dramatica. Internet slang, reaction images, and meme language are discouraged.
* '''No Trolling''': The CWCki does not exist to troll Chris or any other individuals. Do not use this site to "out" trolls before their involvement with Chris has concluded.
* '''Keep the Focus on Chris''': Articles should emphasize Chris’s direct interactions or relevance to subjects. Avoid unnecessary biographical detail on minor figures.
 
==Naming Conventions==
* For '''videos''', use the exact YouTube title.
* For '''people''', use their most commonly recognized alias or full name.
* Follow standard '''Wikipedia naming conventions''' and '''disambiguation''' guidelines where applicable.
 
==Writing About Chris==
 
* Always refer to Chris as Chris throughout the site. Do not use “Chris-chan” since it is overly long unless you are specifically referring to Chris-Chan Sonichu.
* Use he/him pronouns consistently. Although Chris is legally a transgender woman, using male pronouns maintains consistency with the rest of the CWCki and helps prevent confusion.
* Chris’s full legal name is Christine Weston Chandler, but “Chris” is the standard term for consistency and readability.
 
==Writing About Others==
 
* For [[Barbara Chandler]], use “Barb” in most contexts. Her full name is unnecessary.
* For [[Bob Chandler]], refer to him as “Bob.” He may be referred to as The Internet Lumberjack only where relevant.
* For trolls, galpals, or family members, always include:
 
:* Full name and aliases (if known)
 
:* Background and first contact with Chris
 
:* Major involvement (sagas, events, notable quotes)
 
:* Outcome or end of contact (if applicable)
 
{{Protip|Do not include private information about non-troll individuals unless it is clearly public and relevant to Chris.}}
 
==Article Structure==
Articles should include the following structure where appropriate:
 
* Lead Section - A concise paragraph answering: Who? What? When? Why? Mention significant identifiers, major events, or contributions to the Chris saga.
 
* Infobox (if available) - Use appropriate templates like Infobox Person or Infobox Video.
 
* Chronological Sections - Divide content into clearly labeled sections (e.g., Early Life, Contact with Chris, Aftermath). Use second-level headers (== Section ==) and add subheadings (=== Subsection ===) where needed.
 
==Video Pages==
For video articles:
 
* Use the original YouTube title when available.
* First paragraph should include:
 
:*Upload date
:*Creator (usually Chris)
:*Summary of video contents
:*Notes on appearance or behavior
 
==Formatting Guidelines==
 
*Capitalization
 
:*Proper nouns (e.g., Sonichu) and first words of sentences must be capitalized.
:*Section titles should use Sentence case (e.g., == Early life ==, not == EARLY LIFE ==).
 
*Spacing:
 
:*Leave one blank line between sections.
 
*Possessives:
 
:*Use Chris’s (not Chris’) per CWCki convention.
 
==Dates and Spelling==
 
*Use British-style date formatting: dd Month yyyy
✅ 4 June 2025<br>
❌ June 4, 2025<br>
❌ 06/04/2025
 
Use American English spelling (e.g., color, organize, elevator) but provide context for non-American references when needed.
 
==References and Citations==
 
* Use ref/ref tags to cite information.
 
==Use of Files and Media==
 
* Upload only relevant, high-quality images.
* Check for duplicates before uploading.
* Use clear, descriptive filenames.
 
==Categories==
 
* Add appropriate category tags at the ''very bottom'' of the article.
 
:* Each tag should go on its own line
:* Many templates apply categories automatically; do not duplicate them.
 
==Drafting and Major Edits==
 
* Use your '''User Page''' or '''sandbox''' to draft large overhauls or new pages.
* Discuss controversial changes on the '''Talk page''' before making major edits to long-standing articles.
 
==Final Notes==
 
The CWCki is a very unique documentation project. Respect the effort that goes into keeping it factual, up-to-date, and accessible. Consistency across articles benefits readers. If you're ever unsure how to proceed, consult this guide, look at similar articles, or ask for feedback on the talk page.

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