Editing How to Add to an Existing Wikipedia Article



Adding to an existing Wikipedia article is a great way to contribute to the world's largest encyclopedia. Here are the steps you can follow to add to an existing Wikipedia article:

1. Find the Wikipedia article you want to edit: Use the search box or navigate through the different categories to find the article you want to edit.

2. Click the "Edit" button: Once you've found the article you want to edit, click on the "Edit" button, which can be found at the top of the page. This will take you to the Wikipedia editing interface.

3. Make your changes: You can add new information, correct errors, or make any other changes to the article. Be sure to cite reliable sources to support any new information you add.

4. Preview your changes: Before you save your changes, click on the "Show preview" button to see how your changes will look on the page.

5. Save your changes: If you're satisfied with your changes, click on the "Save changes" button to publish them to the article.

6. Write an edit summary: It's a good practice to write a brief summary of your edits in the "Edit summary" box to explain what changes you made and why.

7. Check your changes: After saving your changes, make sure they appear correctly on the article. If there are any errors, you can go back and make further edits.

It's important to note that Wikipedia has strict guidelines for editing, and all content must be verifiable and written in a neutral point of view. Be sure to familiarize yourself with these guidelines before making any changes to an existing Wikipedia article.