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I need help with reading or browsing Wikipedia

Please see the Readers' FAQ and our other help pages for readers.

I want to learn more about editing Wikipedia

That's great, Wikipedia could always use more contributors! Getting started will show you the ropes, and the Teahouse provides a friendly place for new editors to ask questions and get to know people. If you're looking for something to do, the Community portal keeps lists of open tasks. The Cheatsheet shows how to edit wiki markup.

I want to report a problem with an article

You can edit almost any page on Wikipedia. Simply follow the "Edit" link at the top of that page. Be bold in improving articles. When adding facts, please provide references so others may verify them. If you are affiliated with the article subject, please see the conflict of interest guide.

If you are stuck on a problem, or require help, you can contact us for more advice. If it's an article about you or your organization, see Contact us - Subjects.

I want to create a new article

Check Wikipedia:Your first article to see if your topic is appropriate for Wikipedia. Then the Article wizard will walk you through creating the article.

I have a factual question

e.g. "Which country has the world's largest fishing fleet?"

If searching Wikipedia has not answered your question, at the Reference Desk you can ask questions about any topic. Volunteers will attempt to answer, or point you towards the information you need.

I have another question about Wikipedia

For your convenience, answers have been recorded for the most frequently asked questions.

You can ask all kinds of questions about using Wikipedia at the Help desk or the Teahouse. Volunteers will respond to your questions as soon as possible.

You can get live help with editing in the help chatroom.

I'm looking for help with something else

  • Try the help search box to the top right of this page
  • Browse Wikipedia's help pages
  • The Quick directory lists key locations of interest around Wikipedia, and some just for fun.
  • Wikipedia: The Missing Manual is a how-to guide that explains the process of contributing to the English Wikipedia, both for novice users and experienced editors.
  • The template below outlines commonly used help pages. (Click "show" on the right to expand).