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This guide establishes consistent formatting and writing standards for | This guide establishes consistent formatting and writing standards for CreatorPedia (cP) articles. | ||
''' | '''The "creatorPedia" Capitalization Rule''' | ||
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creatorPedia is intentionally spelled with a '''lowercase "c"''' and '''uppercase "P"'''—even at the beginning of a sentence, paragraph, or article title. | |||
:'''Correct:''' creatorPedia | |||
:'''Incorrect:''' CreatorPedia, Creatorpedia, CreatorPedia | |||
This is not a typographical error. It is deliberate branding that mirrors the visual language of the [[creatorPedia:Logo|cP logo]]: | |||
* '''c''' (lowercase) — The crescent moon. Humble, approachable, representing the partial visibility of creators. cP is built by fans, not gatekeepers. | |||
* '''P''' (uppercase) — The quill. Authoritative, permanent, encyclopedic. cP content meets rigorous standards. | |||
When abbreviated as '''cP''', the letters themselves project the logo's core symbolism: the crescent (c) and the vertical stroke of the quill (P). | |||
'''In Practice:''' | |||
* Article titles: "Prof GehGeh — creatorPedia" | |||
* In sentences: "According to creatorPedia guidelines..." | |||
* Beginning of paragraphs: "creatorPedia was founded to..." | |||
This rule applies across all official cP communications, articles, policies, and public-facing materials. | |||
== Article Titles == | |||
* Use the creator's verified moniker from their most authoritative platform | |||
* If the creator meets [[Creatorpedia:Notability Guidelines|notability standards]] but lacks a unique moniker, use their username without the "@" from the platform with the most followers | |||
* Capitalize major words (title case) | * Capitalize major words (title case) | ||
* Avoid honorifics (Mr, Dr) unless part of the professional identity | * Avoid honorifics (Mr, Dr) unless part of the professional identity | ||
''' | '''Example:''' "Prof GehGeh" not "Emmanuel Obruste" | ||
== Article Titles == | |||
* Use the creator's verified moniker from their most authoritative platform | |||
* If the creator meets [[Creatorpedia:Notability Guidelines|notability standards]] but lacks a unique moniker, use their username without the "@" from the platform with the most followers | |||
* Capitalize major words (title case) | |||
* Avoid honorifics (Mr, Dr) unless part of the professional identity | |||
'''Example:''' "Prof GehGeh" not "Emmanuel Obruste" | |||
== First Sentence (Lead) == | |||
The first sentence should state: | The first sentence should state: | ||
* Creator's real name (if known and relevant) | * Creator's real name | ||
* | * Date of birth (if publicly known and relevant) | ||
* Most notable moniker (which is also the article title) | |||
* Nationality | * Nationality | ||
* Primary occupation(s) | * Primary occupation(s) | ||
Example: "'''Emmanuel Obruste''', professionally known as '''Prof GehGeh''', is a Nigerian digital content creator, social commentator, and online personality." | '''Example:''' "'''Emmanuel Obruste''' (born 30 January 1995), professionally known as '''Prof GehGeh''', is a Nigerian digital content creator, social commentator, and online personality." | ||
== Creators vs. Brands Separation Rule == | |||
'''When to create separate pages:''' | |||
* Create separate pages only when you can write at least '''2,000 words''' about each individual | |||
* For duos or groups (e.g., Skinnycomics), the '''brand gets the main article''' | |||
* Within the brand article, create detailed sub-headings for individual members | |||
* Create '''redirect pages''' for real names pointing to the brand article | |||
'''Exception:''' If a creator IS the brand (e.g., Prof GehGeh and "Geh Geh University"), create one unified article under the creator's real name or primary verified moniker, with the brand as a major section. | |||
== Multiple Monikers == | |||
For creators with multiple monikers, list all monikers in the '''"Other Names"''' section of their infobox. | |||
== Article Structure == | |||
Articles should generally follow this order: | Articles should generally follow this order: | ||
# Lead section (no heading) | # Lead section (no heading) | ||
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# Early Life and Background | # Early Life and Background | ||
# Career and Rise to Fame | # Career and Rise to Fame | ||
# (Subsections | # (Subsections: specific shows, platforms, eras) | ||
# Wealth and Business Ventures | # Wealth and Business Ventures | ||
# Controversies (if applicable) | # Controversies (if applicable) | ||
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# External links (official channels only) | # External links (official channels only) | ||
== Neutral Point of View == | |||
Write neutrally. Avoid: | Write neutrally. Avoid: | ||
* Opinion words ("amazing," "terrible," "unfortunately") | * Opinion words ("amazing," "terrible," "unfortunately") | ||
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* Weasel words ("some say," "many believe") | * Weasel words ("some say," "many believe") | ||
Example: | '''Example:''' | ||
:❌ "GehGeh's hilarious content has taken TikTok by storm." | :❌ "GehGeh's hilarious content has taken TikTok by storm." | ||
:✅ "GehGeh rose to prominence on TikTok for relationship and financial advice content." | :✅ "GehGeh rose to prominence on TikTok for relationship and financial advice content." | ||
== Tense == | |||
* Biographical articles: Past tense for completed events, present tense for ongoing situations | * Biographical articles: Past tense for completed events, present tense for ongoing situations | ||
* "He released the single in 2025." (past) | * "He released the single in 2025." (past) | ||
* "He resides in Lagos." (present) | * "He resides in Lagos." (present) | ||
== Numbers and Dates == | |||
* Write out numbers one through nine; use numerals for 10 and above | * Write out numbers one through nine; use numerals for 10 and above | ||
* Use day month year format: "30 January 1995" | * Use day month year format: "30 January 1995" | ||
* Net worth: "Estimated $ | * Net worth: "Estimated N100B+ ($10M+)" (use the creator local currency first before converting to a major currency in parenthesis, no periods in currency) | ||
== Outbound Link Rule == | |||
'''No outbound links outside of citations or reference sections.''' External links should only appear in: | |||
* References (citations) | |||
* The "External links" section (official channels only) | |||
This prevents link rot and maintains encyclopedic integrity. | |||
== Citations == | |||
* Place citations immediately after the statement they support | * Place citations immediately after the statement they support | ||
* Use <code><nowiki><ref>...</ref></nowiki></code> tags | * Use <code><nowiki><ref>...</ref></nowiki></code> tags | ||
* Add <code><nowiki>{{reflist}}</nowiki></code> under References heading | * Add <code><nowiki>{{reflist}}</nowiki></code> under References heading | ||
* Acceptable sources are defined in [[Creatorpedia:Verification Standards]] | |||
== Infobox == | |||
'''Single Master Template Rule:''' Do not create multiple infobox templates. cP uses ONE master template: <code><nowiki>{{Infobox creator}}</nowiki></code>. | |||
Inside the template, use parameters like <code>|creator_type=comedian</code> to automatically adjust styling. This keeps the backend clean and maintainable. | |||
* Image should be a clear headshot or promotional photo | * Image should be a clear headshot or promotional photo | ||
* Fill all available fields; leave blank if unknown | * Fill all available fields; leave blank if unknown | ||
* Multiple monikers go in the "Other Names" field | |||
== Categories == | |||
Add at bottom of every article: | |||
Add at bottom: | |||
* Nationality (e.g., <code><nowiki>[[Category:Nigerian creators]]</nowiki></code>) | * Nationality (e.g., <code><nowiki>[[Category:Nigerian creators]]</nowiki></code>) | ||
* | * Primary platform (e.g., <code><nowiki>[[Category:TikTok creators]]</nowiki></code>) | ||
* Genre (e.g., <code><nowiki>[[Category:Comedy creators]]</nowiki></code>) | * Genre (e.g., <code><nowiki>[[Category:Comedy creators]]</nowiki></code>) | ||
==See also== | |||
*[[Creatorpedia:Content Policy]] | |||
*[[Creatorpedia:Verification Standards]] | |||
*[[Creatorpedia:Notability Guidelines]]'' | |||