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For those who still prefer editing via [[Help:Wikitext|wiki markup]], we haven't forgotten about you: enjoy a wider edit window with more advanced tools and options for you to choose from. You can even upload images just by dragging and dropping files!
==Drag and drop uploads==
Quickly and easily upload large batches of files from your computer simply by dragging them into the edit window. Fanon users rejoice—uploading all of your screenshots just got a whole lot easier!
==Thank, and be thanked==
See a great edit? Let the author of that edit know that you appreciate their work with the simple click of a button! They'll get a notification with the simplest and sincerest of thanks. No bells or whistles: just true, raw, genuine love.
==Unlimited access to millions of free files==
[[File:LotusBud0048a.jpg|thumb|This image is hosted on the Wikimedia Commons.]]
We've partnered with [[c:|Wikimedia Commons]] to let you use their entire collection of 50 million+ free to use images, videos, and audio clips instantly on the wiki! You don't need to reupload those files—just link to them like you would any other file, and it'll appear right on the wiki. It's that easy!
==Dynamic audio and video playback==
Play any audio or video file in your browser, even if your operating system doesn't support the file format, right from the article itself. Our media player on Miraheze can even support subtitles in both audio and video, so it's easier to follow along with lyrics!
==Mobile editing==
Use Miraheze's optimized mobile site to save on data and still get the content you desire at your fingertips. You can even edit using your phone or mobile device!
==Custom content==
[[Custom content]] is a big part of ''The Sims'' series, but we've traditionally resisted documenting them on the wiki in favor of focusing on canonical content instead. Thanks to the many freedoms that our new hosting provider provides to us, we are proud to announce the [[Project:Custom Content Portal|Custom content namespace]], which covers everything from [[mod]]s to custom [[neighborhood]]s and [[world]]s! If you're a custom content creator, feel free to create a page for your work!
==For more advanced editors...==
===Real JavaScript and CSS
Syntax highlighting, error checking, and element collapsing... all while looking stylish and modern. Never write in ugly black-and-white plain text again!
===Make your dream templates===
Frustrated with VisualEditor breaking things because it doesn't know how to use templates? You can teach VisualEditor how to use templates properly using '''[[mw:Extension:TemplateData|TemplateData]]''', available on all templates. Users using the VisualEditor will be able to add templates and parameters by filling in a form that you can customize. Control how the template is used so new editors won't ever be confused again.
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[[Project:Administrators|Administrators]] will be happy to hear that all pages in the [[Help:MediaWiki namespace|MediaWiki namespace]] are freely editable, and there is no review process for [[Help:JavaScript|community-wide JavaScript]]. Wikis were supposed to be open after all, right?
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Very problematic edits can now be hidden from public view without having to delete the entire page. With [[Help:Revision deletion|revision deletion]], you can remove entire edits—or just the edit summary—without ruining the integrity of the page history. They will appear as struck-out entries, so people will know that there's still an edit there, but they won't be able to view it.
===Editnotices you can use===
Administrators can now configure [[Help:Editnotice|editnotices]] to appear at the top of the edit window for any page of their choosing. You can choose to display an editnotice for entire namespaces, a group of pages, or just a single page. Creating and editing editnotices has never been easier. You can even choose to have an editnotice automatically hide itself after a period of time!
===Track your support tickets===
Ever wonder what Wikia does to your bug reports after you send them in? On Miraheze, you can interact directly with the developers and see the code they modify on [[phab:|Phabricator]], a sleek, modern platform for bug reports and code review. No more "disappearing into cyberspace"; transparency is for everyone!
===A commitment to stay updated===
Miraheze pledges to do their best to stay on the latest version of MediaWiki, the software that powers The Sims Wiki. While Wikia continues to slog on using an outdated, 2015 version of the software, Miraheze makes updating to the latest version a priority for them. This means that you'll be able to take advantage of any new features created by the MediaWiki developers soon after they're released, as well as enjoy the latest security and usability updates made for Wikipedia.
==It's all community==
Miraheze is a non-profit, community-driven initiative dedicated to providing a free wiki hosting service where power is in the hands of the communities that edit here. Decisions that affect the entire site are made by [[m:Requests for Comment|global community discussions]] where everyone is welcome to comment on. The Sims Wiki is elated to be part of this exciting new community. Excited too? See how you can [[m:Contributing|contribute]], or [[m:Donate|donate]] to support the movement!
==Questions?==
If you have any questions about these changes, please shoot us a message on the [[Project:Help desk|help desk]]!
==See also==
* [[Help:What's different on Miraheze?]]
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