Editing How to Add References to Wikipedia



Adding references to Wikipedia is an important part of ensuring that the information presented is reliable and verifiable. Here are the steps to add references to a Wikipedia page:

1. Find a reliable source: Choose a source that is considered reliable by Wikipedia's standards. This can include academic journals, books, news articles, and reputable websites.

2. Create a citation: Once you have found a source, create a citation for it using the appropriate citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.). You can use a citation generator tool like EasyBib or Citation Machine to help you create the citation.

3. Add the reference to the Wikipedia page: Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you'll see a section called "References" or "Bibliography". Add your citation to this section. Use the citation template appropriate for the type of source you are citing.

4. Link the reference to the text: Once you have added the citation to the references section, link it to the text that it supports. To do this, place a superscript number in the text where the reference should appear. Then, add the same number next to the citation in the references section.

5. Save your edits: After you have added the reference and linked it to the text, save your edits to the Wikipedia page.

It's important to note that you should not add references to a Wikipedia page if you are the author or have a conflict of interest. Additionally, it's important to follow Wikipedia's guidelines for reliable sources and citation styles to ensure that your references are accepted.