Huggiepedia:Stub

In the context of a wiki like Huggiepedia, a "stub" is a short article. Think of it as a starting point or a basic outline for a more comprehensive article. Here's what characterizes a stub:

Brief and Incomplete: Stubs usually cover a topic in a very limited way. They might provide a definition, a few key facts, or a very basic overview.

Needs Expansion: The primary purpose of a stub is to signal to readers (and editors) that the article is unfinished and that more information is welcome.

Placeholder: Stubs serve as a placeholder for a more fully developed article. They ensure that a topic is "on the radar" and can be found through searches.

What Can You Do to Expand Stubs?

You can play a crucial role in making Huggiepedia a better resource by expanding stubs! Here's how:

Find Stubs:

Search: Use the search function of Huggiepedia for topics you're interested in. If you find an article that is very short, it is very likely a stub.

Check Stub Categories: Huggiepedia will start to categorize stubs. Look for categories like "Stub Articles," or similar labels. These categories are a great place to find articles needing work.

Research and Add Information:

Do Your Homework: The most important step! Research the topic. Use reliable sources (books, scholarly articles, reputable websites, etc.) to gather accurate information.

Expand the Content: Add new sections, expand existing sections, and provide more detail.

Provide Context: Explain the significance of the topic and its relationship to other related topics.

Use a neutral point of view: be sure to show all sides of a situation and make sure to stay impartial.

Improve Formatting and Style:

Formatting: Use appropriate headings, subheadings, bullet points, and lists to organize the information clearly.

Write in clear and concise language.

Check Grammar and Spelling: Proofread your work carefully.

Use hyperlinks (internal links) to link to other relevant articles within Huggiepedia.

Add external links (if appropriate) to reliable sources.

Add references: Always cite your sources using the wiki's formatting guidelines. This is critical for credibility and allows readers to verify the information.

Add Images and Multimedia:

If possible and if appropriate, add relevant images, videos, or other media to enhance the article. Be sure to follow Huggiepedia's guidelines on image use and copyright.

How to Label an Article as a Stub:

On Huggiepedia, you will generally use a specific template or tag to identify an article as a stub. The exact method varies slightly from wiki to wiki, but the general approach is the same.

Copy the box below. DO NOT COPY JUST THE TEXT! Please click the white space around it until the entire border section is selected and CTRL + C and CTRL + V at beginning of article.