Edit Wikipedia

Some helpful introductions to learn more about how to edit the largest free online encyclopedia in the world.

Want to learn how to edit Wikipedia but dont know where to begin? Perhaps you want to teach others how to start editing Wikipedia but would like some helpful videos to get them started? If so then this page is for you! Check out these helpful videos made by members of the Wikipedia editing community.

Wikipedian in Residence at the University of Edinburgh

This playlist of tutorials by the Wikipedian in residence at the University of Edinburgh is a great and comprehensive introduction for new Wikipedia editors. Starting with How to create an account on Wikipedia (an important first step for any new editor) and ending with an introduction to Wikipedia article creation, its short 1 min to 8 min videos are a great resource. Alternatively you could jump right into their 1 hour long, and very detailed, video on How to edit Wikipedia.

Wikipedia explained by Lane Rasberry

Long time Wikipedia editor Lane Rasberry (User:Bluerasberry) and Wikimedian-in-residence at the School of Data Science at the University of Virginia has produced a number of helpful videos explaining many aspects of Wikipedia. From the basics on how to start editing to more expert topics such as Wikipedia’s article deletion process or reporting abusive behaviour on Wikipedia. He also has some good advice on how to host your own Wikipedia editing party or what to keep in mind when hosting a Wikipedia meetup.