This guide exists for one simple reason: to stop duplicate pages, broken formatting, and low-effort articles on the Racecode Wiki. It is written for contributors who are new, confused, or just want a very clear set of instructions before touching anything. This is a WordPress-based wiki, not a traditional MediaWiki or FANDOM setup, so many things work differently. Read the full guide before creating your first article, even if you think you already know what you are doing. You can check our articles template for making this process easier.
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Before Creating an Article
Before you create anything, you must confirm that the article does not already exist. On the right-hand side of the screen, open the second menu and use the search bar to look up your topic. Search the exact title first, then try alternative names or spellings. If the article already exists, do not create a new page. Edit the existing one if you have useful information to add. If a similar topic exists, consider expanding that page instead of creating a duplicate. If you cannot find the topic at all, you may proceed. If you are unsure, move to a different topic and ask an editor later. Duplicate pages create cleanup work and slow everyone down.
Starting a New Article in WordPress
The Racecode Wiki runs on WordPress, so articles are created as pages. To start, move your cursor to the plus button in the top header menu and click on Page. This opens the WordPress editor. Do not use posts, drafts in random locations, or personal test pages unless explicitly told to do so. Every article should start as a proper page so it can be indexed, categorized, and edited correctly by others later.
Writing the Article Content
Once the editor opens, the first thing you do is enter the title. The title should be exact, clear, and match how the topic is commonly known. Avoid jokes, memes, or extra words.
After you write a little, click the entire area and you will be entered into blocks, which is where all writing happens in WordPress. Before writing the first proper word of the article, look at the right-hand side of the page block and click the plus button. This opens the block inserter. In the search box, type columns. You will see several column layout options. Choose the one with a 75:25 ratio by clicking the box that shows that layout.
Once the columns are added, you will see two separate areas. In the larger 75 section, click the plus button inside the box and write a short introduction to the article. This introduction should briefly explain what the article is about. In the smaller 25 section, there will be another plus button. Click it, search for image, and add a simple image related to the article title. For example, if the article is about Blooks, add the Blook image. If it is about a game mode, add the game mode logo or a relevant image. Do not overthink the image. It just needs to visually represent the topic.
After both columns are filled, press Enter two times. This will move your cursor out of the column layout. From this point onward, you can continue writing the rest of the article in full-width blocks using normal headings and paragraphs.
Use headings to separate major sections, but do not overdo them. Each section should contain real information, not filler. Do not include personal opinions, speculation, or unverified claims. If you do not know something for sure, leave it out. Another editor can add it later with sources.
Formatting and Structure
Use the WordPress block editor properly. Headings should follow a logical order. Paragraphs should not be one sentence long unless absolutely necessary. Avoid walls of text, but also avoid breaking everything into tiny fragments. The goal is readability, not decoration. Lists are fine when they make sense, but paragraphs should carry most of the information.
Images and Media
Images should only be added if they actually help explain the topic. Upload images through the WordPress media uploader and give them clear, descriptive file names. Do not upload unused images “just in case.” Random or low-quality images will be removed. If an image does not improve the article, it does not belong there.
Saving, Reviewing, and Publishing
Before publishing, read the entire article from top to bottom. Fix spelling and grammar errors. Check that headings make sense and that the information flows logically. Make sure the title matches the content. Once everything looks correct, save or publish the page. Do not rush this step. A few extra minutes of review can save hours of cleanup later.
Final Notes
Everyone makes mistakes at the beginning. That is normal. What matters is following the process, respecting existing content, and trying to improve the wiki instead of adding noise. If you follow this guide, your articles will be easier to maintain, easier to read, and actually useful to the people who come here for information.