TCGCSS:Manual of Style

TCG:Manual of Style

The TCG:Manual of Style is the official guideline for contributors to the TCG Card Shop Simulator wiki. This page outlines the standards for writing, formatting, and organizing content to ensure consistency and quality across all articles. Following these rules helps maintain the wiki as a professional and user-friendly resource.

Purpose

The purpose of this manual is to:

• Provide a consistent structure for creating and editing wiki articles.
• Ensure all pages are professional, accurate, and consistent in tone and formatting.
• Guide contributors on linking, categorizing, and organizing content effectively.

General Principles

• Neutral Tone: Write objectively, avoiding personal opinions or speculative content.
• Clarity and Accuracy: Use concise language and verify all information before adding it.
• Consistency: Follow the formatting and style rules outlined in this guide for uniformity across the wiki.

Article Structure

To maintain readability and consistency, articles should follow a standard structure.

Titles

• Use concise, descriptive titles that clearly represent the topic.
• Avoid unnecessary formatting, symbols, or special characters in titles.
• For game-specific topics, avoid starting titles with "TCG:" as this prefix is reserved for project pages.

Introduction

• Begin with a brief paragraph summarizing the topic.
• Bold the first mention of the article’s title.
• Example:

 > "Daily Report is a feature in TCG Card Shop Simulator that provides players with a summary of their store’s daily performance."

Headings and Subheadings

• Use headings to divide content logically:

 * Main sections: `== Section Title ==`
 * Subsections: `=== Subsection Title ===`

• Avoid using more than three levels of headings to keep the article organized.

Content Order

• Start with general information before diving into specific details.
• Use bullet points or tables for structured data when appropriate.
• Avoid repeating the same information in multiple sections.

Formatting Guidelines

Proper formatting ensures articles are visually consistent and easy to navigate.

Bold and Italics

• Bold the first mention of the article’s title in the introduction.
• Italicize game titles, such as TCG Card Shop Simulator.
• Avoid overusing bold or italic text.

Links

• Use internal links to connect related articles:

 * Example: `Stock Order` links to the "Stock Order" page.

• Use external links sparingly and only for official or reliable sources:

 * Example: `Official Game Website`.

Tables

• Use `wikitable` for structured data like item stats, comparisons, or lists.
• Example Table:

Item	Price	Description
Basic Card Pack	$10	Contains 5 cards from the basic set.
Rare Card Pack	$50	Contains 10 cards, including a guaranteed rare card.

Images

• Upload high-quality images with descriptive file names (e.g., `RareCardPack.png`).
• Use this syntax to insert images:

 [[File:ExampleImage.png|thumb|Description of the image]]

• Ensure images are relevant to the topic and avoid excessive use of visuals.

Infoboxes

• Use infobox templates for structured content such as features, items, or mechanics.
• Example Infobox:

{{InfoboxNeue |title = Daily Report |image = DailyReport.png |label1 = Purpose |content1 = Provides a summary of daily store performance. |label2 = Includes |content2 = Customers, earnings, inventory, and expenses. }}

Writing Guidelines

• Neutral Language: Avoid inserting opinions, speculation, or unverified content.
• Clarity and Conciseness: Write in short, straightforward sentences that are easy to understand.
• Accuracy: Verify numerical data, names, and details before adding them.
• Logical Flow: Present information logically, starting with general details and moving to specifics.

Categories and Tags

• Add at least one relevant category to every article.
• Use existing categories when possible (e.g., ``).
• Create new categories only when necessary and ensure they align with the wiki’s organizational structure.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Here are some common mistakes contributors should avoid:

• Overformatting: Avoid excessive use of bold, italics, or other special formatting.
• Broken Links: Verify that all links are functional and point to the correct pages.
• Duplicate Content: Ensure the topic is not already covered elsewhere.
• Unverified Content: Only include information confirmed by reliable sources.

By adhering to this Manual of Style, you contribute to the quality and consistency of the TCG Card Shop Simulator wiki, helping to maintain it as a trusted resource for the community.