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The Wikipedia mind map template is a comprehensive guide for navigating, reading, editing, and contributing to Wikipedia, covering over 120 nodes across 8 major branches. Designed for new and experienced users, this Xmind template organizes key workflows such as 'Searching' (with boolean operators like 'AND +' and 'NOT -'), 'Reading article' (distinguishing short and long articles with appendixes like 'See Also' and 'References'), and 'Verifying information' through citations. It also details 'Things you can do with article' including 'Tracking changes' via 'View History' and 'Editing Existing Article' using 'Wiki Markup Language'. The template serves as a Wikipedia cheat sheet and quick reference for mastering the encyclopedia.

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When to use this template

New Wikipedia users and researchers

Learning how to search Wikipedia effectively using advanced operators like wildcards and boolean searches.

Students and casual readers

Understanding the structure of a Wikipedia article, including appendixes like 'See Also' and 'External Links'.

Aspiring Wikipedia editors and contributors

Contributing to Wikipedia by editing existing articles or creating new ones using Wiki Markup Language.

How to use this template

Step 1

Open and Explore Main Branches

Download the .xmind file and open it to browse the eight major branches covering searching, reading, and editing workflows.

Step 2

Navigate Detailed Nodes and Information

Expand the sub-nodes to access over 120 detailed points including boolean operators, citation verification, and Wiki Markup Language guides.

Step 3

Personalize and Use for Reference

Customize the map with your own notes or links to specific articles to use it as a permanent quick reference for Wikipedia tasks.

Frequently asked questions

What's included in the Wikipedia mind map template?

The template covers 8 main areas: Navigating, Searching, Reading article, Verifying information, Things you can do with article, Sister Projects, and Other stuffs, with over 120 nodes detailing specific features and workflows.

How do I use this Wikipedia template for editing articles?

Open the .xmind file, navigate to the 'Things you can do with article' branch, then explore sub-branches like 'Editing Existing Article' to learn about 'Edit page' and 'Wiki Markup Language' syntax for links, headings, and citations.

Is this Wikipedia cheat sheet free and editable?

Yes, the template is free to download and fully editable in Xmind. You can customize nodes, add personal notes, or reorganize branches to suit your learning style.

What are the Sister Projects covered in this template?

The template includes commons.wikimedia.org (images, audio, video), wikitionary.org, wikiquotes.org, wikinews.org, wikibooks.org, wikisource.org, and wikiversity.org.

How is the 'Verifying information' section structured?

It explains that articles must contain references, and covers citation methods to verify facts, guard against plagiarism, and find additional information.

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