What is Page curation?

Wikipedia:Page Curation is a suite of tools developed by Wikimedia Foundation to help experienced editors review new pages on the English Wikipedia. The recommendations and guidelines for new page patrollers described at WP:NPP which should be studied carefully before using these tools.

Page curation provides two main features:

  1. the New Pages Feed, a dynamic list of new pages for review by community patrollers.
  2. the Curation Toolbar, an optional panel on articles that enables editors to review them more effectively.
To add this auto-updating template to your user page, use {{totd}}


Question from Steven Seward (22:36, 17 February 2025)

Hello Cassiopeia,

I am uploading an image for the first time onto Wikipedia. It is an image of a portrait painting I did in 2001. The same portrait painting was previously uploaded by another person, but in poor quality.

In step #4 at Wikipedia's help page "Upload Your Own Work," it gives instructions on what to do if your work was published under a different credit name. But those instructions are a bit unclear. Can you clarify for me? --Steven Seward (talk) 22:36, 17 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]


Steven Seward Good day. Pls provide the URL of the "Upload your Own Work" so would what is in the step #4. Secondly, Pls also provide the file name of the image which was previously uploaded and the URL in WikiCommon so I know which image you are talking about. By the way, who is the other person that uploaded the portrait paining you did in 2001. Kindly provide me the 3 info needed so I can help you. Cassiopeia talk 02:45, 18 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
I already went ahead and uploaded the image, after determining that step #4 did not apply to me because the credit for the artwork on the original image was already given to me. I then placed my new image into this Wikipedia page - William Kernahan Thomas. However, I am now having trouble editing the simple information about the painting. When I uploaded it, I automatically used the "information" template (I think that is what it is called) instead of using the much more informative "Artwork" template that I see on all paintings in Wikipedia. I went back to try and change it to the Artwork template, but I kept getting odd results, as you can see for yourself if you open up the page. I had to leave it as is for the moment until I can find some help. Can you guide me on how to correct the Artwork Template I tried to attach? Steven Seward (talk) 03:32, 18 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Steven Seward, I have removed the "artwork template" information from Wikimedia Commons, as the editors on WikiCommons will provide the necessary details in the future, as they are aware of the required information. Furthermore, I have updated the article to include the new image. Regards. Cassiopeia talk 21:54, 20 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you so much! Steven Seward (talk) 23:47, 20 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Hello again, Cassiopeia,
I am having trouble learning how to attach an "artwork" template to a painting in order to give all the relevant information about the painting.
My ultimate goal is to create a Wikipedia page on my father, James E. Seward, a noted 20th century illustrator and portrait painter, which would entail uploading a few pictures of his paintings. In order to get my feet wet, I uploaded a painting of mine into a website that already had a poor rendition of my painting. I would like to do a few more for practice, as there are other Wikipedia pages about people I have painted portraits of in the past. But I cannot figure out how to get the "artwork" template to work. Can you direct me to a tutorial where I can learn this? Most of the info I find on uploading pictures are about regular photographs, not artwork. Steven Seward (talk) 03:58, 24 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Question from Letsgetloudmusic (22:09, 21 February 2025)

Hello! I just would like to add a link to my name in a couple of Wiki pages I'm mentioned in. --Letsgetloudmusic (talk) 22:09, 21 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Letsgetloudmusic Good day. Please provide your name that is referenced in Wikipedia articles. Cassiopeia talk 22:46, 21 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Steve Shive 2601:40:C881:B860:D467:7C9E:652:241A (talk) 01:09, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Letsgetloudmusic, Did you mean "Steve Shive" (drummer) in Kingfish (band) article? Cassiopeia talk 01:46, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
yes 2x I am mentioned in the article itself and in the list of members I am listed there as well. Thank you. 2601:40:C881:B860:6CE:BF5E:6715:8FD0 (talk) 05:19, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Letsgetloudmusic "Steve Shive" can only be linked if the individual has a standalone article on Wikipedia. In other words, since there is currently no article for "Steve Shive" on Wikipedia, it is not possible to create a link to the page for Kingfish (band). Regards. Cassiopeia talk 06:17, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

NPP training request

Hi there, it's an honor to be acquainted with such an experienced editor. I'm concerned about the NPP backlog, so I would like to request training for NPP from you, with the intention to actively contribute to NPP and other anti-vandalism efforts in the future. Feel free to check out my user page. Once again, it would be an honor and my absolute pleasure to be under your tutelage. Cheers and have a good day! HKLionel (talk) 07:39, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

HKLionel Good day. I appreciate your interest in participating in the NPPS program. Given your interest in anti-counter vandalism, I would like to draw your attention to the WP:CVUA program. The CVUA program is generally regarded as less challenging than the NPPS program. Therefore, it may be beneficial for you to participate in the CVUA program prior to pursuing the NPPS, should that this aligns with your preferences.
I also serve as one of the trainers for the CVUA; however, you are free to choose any trainer from the provided list. Both the NPPS and CVUA programs require a considerable investment of time to thoroughly review the guidelines and complete the assignments. Typically, participants complete the program within three months; however, there is no strict deadline for completion, as each editor progresses through the assignments at their own pace.
Should you wish to participate in the CVUA or NPPS program after reviewing the information provided above, please inform me so that I may set up the program for you. Best regards. Cassiopeia talk 09:11, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Yes, I'm aware of CVUA. I think I just kind of want to specifically focus on NPP, and I am confident in my ability to handle the requirements of the program over the training period. Therefore, I would like to reiterate my interest in participating in the NPPS program. Thanks! HKLionel (talk) 09:19, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
HKLionel I have set up NPPS program for your participation. Kindly review the information provided in the "communication section" at the bottom of the assignment prior to addressing the questions presented in the assignment. Welcome to NPPS. Best regards. Cassiopeia talk 09:41, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

AfD Warning

I highly doubt you are doing a proper WP:BEFORE, you've just sent sent 15 football related biographies. I've looked at one, an Iraqi with 35 international caps. I don't think you will be able to do a proper search due to the language barrier. I've seen people topic banned for multiple nominations like this. So you really need to be careful here. You really need to watch your process. Govvy (talk) 12:03, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Govvy Good day, and thank you for your message. I understand that you are a football enthusiast. Several years ago, individuals participating in team sports who represent their countries or in a professional football leagues were able to comply with the NPORT guidelines; however, approximately 2-3 years ago, almost all team sports athletes ceased to meet the requirements following the vote to amend the NSPORT regulations. I was disheartened by the outcome of the voting decisions, as many Olympians and team sports athletes represent their countries have no longer meet the NSPORT criteria. For all the recent AfD nominations I submitted, - see here -1, -2, -3, -4-5, -6, -7, -8, -9, -10, -11, -12 and -13. All votes are subject to redirection or deletion by editors, which indicates that they believe the subject does not meet the guidelines for General Notability (GNG) or Notability for Sports (NSPORT), except you voted on one of the AfDs to keep the article and yet you didn't provide any IRS sources to support your vote/discussion.
On a non-related note, I am pleased to know of your affection for animals, which I share. I also envy your ability to keep a Lynx, as such ownership is prohibited in my country. Wishing you well and sending my best regards. Cassiopeia talk 22:13, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
I am talking about mass of nomination and not doing WP:BEFORE, please review this ANI post. This was warning you about what happens with mass nominating articles and make sure to do correct WP:BEFORE. Regards, P.S I hardly think an Atari Lynx is an animal! Govvy (talk) 09:21, 24 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

NPP school

Hi. I recently requested NPP, which was declined by Rosguill with their rationale relating to my AFD stats: while the match rate is high, some of the arguments are shaky, and there's also signs of a lack of thoroughness in WP:BEFORE. Rosguill recommended NPP school so here I am. Thank you. 🐔 Chicdat  Bawk to me! 12:35, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Jon Jones

There is a big fan of him adding a lot of unnecessary details like podcast appearances on his page. You might want to check what is relevant. Thanks Marty2Hotty (talk) 10:08, 24 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

NPP school

Hi. I recently requested NPP, which was declined by Rosguill with their rationale relating to my AFD stats: while the match rate is high, some of the arguments are shaky, and there's also signs of a lack of thoroughness in WP:BEFORE. Rosguill recommended NPP school so here I am. Thank you. 🐔 Chicdat  Bawk to me! 12:35, 22 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Chicdat Good day. I appreciate your interest in participating in the NPPS program. NPPS program require a considerable investment of time to thoroughly review the guidelines and complete the assignments. Typically, participants complete the program within three months; however, there is no deadline for completion, as each editor progresses through the assignments at their own pace. Should you wish to participate in the NPPS program after reviewing the information provided above, please inform me so that I may set up the program for you. Best regards. Cassiopeia talk 21:58, 25 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Yes, I would wish to participate. Thank you. 🐔 Chicdat  Bawk to me! 22:14, 25 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

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Question from Gpaul12Wiki (19:02, 25 February 2025)

No big questions right now. I am just trying to figure out how to reliably get to the appearance menu! --Gpaul12Wiki (talk) 19:02, 25 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Question from Oshin0841 (19:16, 25 February 2025)

hello please how do i look into darkweb as an annonymous --Oshin0841 (talk) 19:16, 25 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

May I ask why you are requesting this information? drdr150 Yell at me Spy on me 17:39, 26 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Joining the CVUA

Hi Cassiopeia,

I would like to join the Counter-Vandalism Unit, and saw that you have spots for trainees open. May I enlist to be your newest student?

Thank you, drdr150 Yell at me Spy on me 17:38, 26 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

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