User talk:Polarwolf/Archive 1

Archive 1Archive 2

Response from Porsche997SBS

Yourwelcome for my attempt at help, sorry it didn't have the right information. Also, instead of typing out "-Dixie48" at the end of each post edit, you are recommended to (and will probably want to) do it the easier way; type "--~~~~" (the tilde is shift, button right of 1) at the end of the post, and it will automatically input your username and date and time of the post or just click the signature button on the edit bar (looks like a zoom up on cursive writing). --Porsche997SBS 02:57, 28 October 2006 (UTC)

Re:Autograph page

Hi, thanks for signing my autograph page! I appreciate it!! Cheers!!!!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 13:41, 19 June 2007 (UTC)

Redirecting

Redirecting is just like creating internal links, except instead of using the button above the edit box with the underlined AB, use the button with the #R. However, you should never redirect article space to user space; that will result in all kinds of mayhem (trust me). There are four basic types of "spaces" (pages) in Wikipedia: user space, "help space", "Wikipedia space", and normal article space (not to mention templates). Never, should they redirect to each other, though they can all link within themselves (with special rules in userspaces; see:Wikipedia:User_page#How_do_I_create_a_user_subpage.3F). As a new contributor, you may ask questions here; later on, you may want to ask questions at the help desk (for Wikipedia-related questions) or the reference desk (for all other questions). Though I'm really flattered you're asking me for help, the best people to ask for help would be administrators (list of admins.); to help block vandals or request article deletion, you should also request help from and administrator.--Porsche997SBS 04:24, 20 June 2007 (UTC)

I should add this to: changing a redirect is a tricky business. First of all, it may start an edit war of sorts (It'll be controversial). You have to consider all reasons for doing it carefully and if you find yourself low on reasoning, don't do it. If you must though, to do it, type in the redirect keyword. Then click the relatively small blue link just below the article title. It'll send you to a peculiar-looking page (you'll know what I mean when you see it) which you can edit like any other page. Do not edit the "deathcap" redirect page; the Deathcap article is a featured article (you can tell by the gold star in the top right), so it's likely it'll be redirected quickly and you may be blasted by the moderators of the page (just don't alter this redirect, please). So, do you like the Cougars, Utes, Aggies, or Wildcats?--Porsche997SBS 04:49, 20 June 2007 (UTC)
I'd figured that if you live in Utah, you'd be aware of the BYU Cougars, Utah Utes, Utah State Aggies, and Weber State Wildcats, but I might be wrong (after all, I've only visited Utah once, and that was only for a couple hours near the western Arizona-Utah border)--Porsche997SBS 23:40, 20 June 2007 (UTC)

Re:Adoption request

Well, you're lucky, I'm taking only three at the moment, and you're number three! Congrats, I'd be happy to be your mentor, so feel free to ask me any questions. And, if you've put up any userboxes requesting for adoption, you can remove them now. Cheers!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 08:31, 20 June 2007 (UTC)

Thanks :)

Thanks very much for wishing me happy birthday! I had a great day - well, it could have been better, I spent all day studying for an exam! But let's concentrate on the positives, hmmm? :) My friends got me a great cake, a lot like this one, and since you've been so kind, I saved you a piece. Hope you enjoy it, and the rest of your day :) Riana (talk) Riana (talk) 18:02, 21 June 2007 (UTC)

Hello Ms. Silly!

(sorry, got the name off your userboxes) Thanks for the smile, it really did cheer me up. And I can see by your userboxes that you like Pink Floyd... which is awesome. See you around :) Will (talk) 18:04, 21 June 2007 (UTC)

Indeed I do. Will (talk) 18:18, 21 June 2007 (UTC)

Re:Questions

  1. Well, for your first question, I would say that if you'd like to put up a userbox that says "I've been adopted by --", then go ahead. As for your second question, its a little complicated. I'll give you a hint and a nudge, and you can experiment for yourself. Take my sig for example.

- [[User:Zachary crimsonwolf|<font color="black" face="papyrus">'''Zachary'''</font>]][[User talk:Zachary crimsonwolf|<font color="crimson" face="papyrus">'''crimsonwolf'''</font>]]

Which is
Zacharycrimsonwolf

If you'd like to change the name, type:

[[User:Polarwolf|<font color="black" face="papyrus">'''Polar'''</font>]][[User talk:Polarwolf|<font color="crimson" face="papyrus">'''wolf'''</font>]]
And you'll get:
Polarwolf

If you'd like to change the colours, take a look at colours. Select the number/name of the colour you like, say, midnightblue, and replace the "crimson" or "black". If you like to change the font, take a font you like (take a look at your MicrosoftWord fonts) and replace "papyrus. Example:

[[User:Polarwolf|<font color="goldenrod" face="comic sans ms">'''Polar'''</font>]][[User talk:Polarwolf|<font color="midnightblue" face="comic sans ms">'''wolf'''</font>]]
The result?
Polarwolf

Hope it helps! Cheers!!!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 02:45, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

PS:When you've created your new signature, please let me have a look! Thanks!!

  1. By the way, in response to your question regarding the userbox, here it is:
{{adoptee|Zachary crimsonwolf}}

Which produces

This user has been adopted by Zachary crimsonwolf.

Re:Signature

Well, you can use the copy option in your computer. Right click, select copy, go to your Preferences, delete your old signature, and paste your new one! If that doesn't work, tell me so I can try it out myself. Cheers!!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 11:18, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

The purpose of Wikipedia

The purpose of Wikipedia is the encyclopedia. If you do not contribute more to the encyclopedia, your userpage will be deleted and your account blocked. At present you have made two edits to articles, none to article talk pages, but have made over 250 edits to other namespaces. Please consider why you are here. --Deskana (talk) 16:37, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

Edit articles. It's that simple. There is nothing to learn. Go and find an article and improve it. You do not need time to learn how to edit, as you clearly understand what to do, since you can edit pages. A lot of people wouldn't even have warned you, they would have just blocked you, so please don't make me regret giving you a chance. --Deskana (talk) 20:12, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

Re: Untroubled

OK, it's good that you've started to edit articles. A few things to make you aware of...

  • Firstly, Wikipedia is an encyclopedia, not a dictionary, and as such, I had to delete your article, Untroubled, as it is simply a dictionary entry.
  • Secondly, you can't just copy content from other sources. It's pretty clear that you copied the content of Untroubled from somewhere. This is likely a violation of copyright, which is against United States law and the spirit of the project, which is to create a free encyclopedia.

It's good that you're trying though. Keep at it. Perhaps you should try editing articles that have already been started rather than creating your own, first. :-) --Deskana (talk) 20:22, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

If you want simple stuff, try Category:Wikipedia backlog. Something like Category:All pages needing to be wikified is pretty nice. You can read Category:Articles that need to be wikified for instructions on exactly what wikification is. --Deskana (talk) 20:30, 22 June 2007 (UTC)
Here is an example that I did myself. I plan to do a few now, actually. I quite enjoy it. It's simple, relaxing, and it provides a break from administrative duties like dealing with problem editors. :-) --Deskana (talk) 20:34, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

Re:Purpose of Wikipedia

Well, Polarwolf, try making minor edits to articles (spelling corrections, mistakes and remember to use edit summaries and mark them as minor edits, ask me for help if ou don't understand :) ). And, try putting some useful stuff in your user page (ask me or refer to my user page). What you have now is all referring you. Remember, ask me for help if you need an. Cheers!!!

PS:Sorry if I'm blunt, I'm in a rush now. I love your signature, but try experimenting with the colours, some people might not be able to see your "wolf" properly. By the way, I love wolves and bears, too. Polar and grizzly bears. -Zacharycrimsonwolf 14:37, 24 June 2007 (UTC)

Re:Questions

Well, if you'd like, you can use the golden rod for your "wolf". And papyrus goes well with goldenrod. My previous signature, which was not acceptable for its length (must be less than 255 characters), which you can see here, is a good example. As for your editing, ask me for anything at all. If you want to know whether you should use CAPS to emphasize a point, or to use italics to do it, ask me (you must always use italics to emphasize something). Happy editing, and cheers!!!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 10:28, 25 June 2007 (UTC)

Well, don't worry about it. I just gave those as suggestions, in case you might want a different font (do you have any?). It's okay, not too long, not too distracting. You can always ask me, if you want more fonts. -Zacharycrimsonwolf 12:17, 27 June 2007 (UTC)

Re:Adopt-a-User

Well, no problem. Its sure nice to hear from you again! Remember, if you have any inquiries about Wikipedia, ask me!! Cheers!!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 04:05, 8 July 2007 (UTC)

Re:Adopt-a-User

Hey, no problem. Its okay if you're late in replying. You were busy, from what I read from your user page. Anyhow, its nice to hear from you again. Remember, if you have any questions regarding Wikipdia, ask me. Cheers and happy editing!!! -Zacharycrimsonwolf 13:32, 8 July 2007 (UTC)

Re:New Pages

Well, you could type in your page's title (e.g. User:Polarwolf/Autographs) and when the resulting page pops up, there will be a 'you have search for User:Polarwolf/Autograph (red in colour). Click on it and edit it the way you want it to be. Or, the second, easier way would be to click on this: User:Polarwolf/Autographs. Edit it as usual. Remember the Preview button and check for mistakes! But every time you want to create a new page, remember you can always type in the page's title in the search box (Alt+F as a shortcut) or, go to the Wikipedia:Sandbox and edit it. Type Page name for a new article or User:Polarwolf/Page name for a new personal page. Save, and click on the resulting red link(s). Alternatively, check out Help:Creating a new page for more information. Cheers!!! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 12:15, 11 July 2007 (UTC)

Hi, thanks for the compliment (a pat on the back for you!), its great to know that I'm doing well. Well, about your signature, I clicked on the Edit this page button and checked it out. Apparently, there is some sort of bug (Example: polar&#91#91&#91&font color), I'm sure you didn't put it there. Well, I suggest you get a copy of your old siggie (there's one in my talk page), copy it and paste in your preferences signature box. If it doesn't work, I'll get help from all the admins I know (they're like managers or directors, delete pages or restores them, and generally make Wikipedia a whole lot of a better place. If you wanna know more about them, ask me. You should know about them, you've probably met them somewhere, but you wouldn't notice, they act like normal users. After the bug in your sig is cleared off, I'm gonna start tutoring you about admins and stewards). Now, about your signature. If it still doesn't work , well, as I've mentioned earlier, I'll get some help. In the meantime, lets hope the bug wears off. Cheers!!! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 12:51, 16 July 2007 (UTC)

Re:Admin/Sysops and Stewards

Well, as I've promised earlier, I'll start on Admins, who are also called Sysops. They generally delete articles or restore deleted articles, block other users, undo blocks, and much more. Check out this page; its more specific. Everything you'd like to know is probably there. to be an Admin, you need at least 1000 edits and even then its not guaranteed that you will pass. But what is important is your field of edits. Mainspace edits are very crucial, as well of your participation in Miscellany for Deletion debates, and Articles for Deletion debates. But I'm not here to teach you how to be one, I'm here to tell you what they do. If there is anything you don't understand in the links I recommended just now, just leave me a message. Cheers! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 13:53, 18 July 2007 (UTC)

Every sysop can do it, but only if there is a good reason for it (continuous vandalism, sockpupetting, etc.). --Zacharycrimsonwolf 11:14, 20 July 2007 (UTC)

I believe you mean this. Its rather complicated; I've only done my first one recently. Try it out! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 09:11, 23 July 2007 (UTC)

Ok. If you don't understand any part of it, feel free to ask me. Thanks for the birthday wish! Cheers!! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 13:02, 25 July 2007 (UTC)

Smile

Hello, just thought I'd smile back ^_^

Wolf Of Norway has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing!
Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Thanks!

Thanks for welcoming me! I'll see you 'round too. :-D

--Shadywolf666'

Hello!

I hear you love wikilove- Here's some for you! (^_^)

PolarWolf has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing!
Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Connell66 has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing!
Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Right back atcha! Happy editing, man!

Zetawoof(ζ) has thrown a husky at you! Much like smiles, huskies promote WikiLove; hopefully, this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by throwing puppies at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing!

Smile

Paleridernightwolf has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing!
Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Thanks for the smile. WikiLove? What could be better.... heh

-) Paleridernightwolf 06:55, 1 August 2007 (UTC)

Hope you had a great Labor Day Weekend 172.137.171.6 05:07, 5 September 2007 (UTC) Shoot. Sorry, that was me. I forgot to log in first. Its late. hehehe. Paleridernightwolf 05:11, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

...Is cool. So how's school going? Paleridernightwolf 15:27, 18 September 2007 (UTC)

Lyrics, copyright, and you

I'm afraid you can't put song lyrics on your user page - they're copyrighted, and Wikipedia is pretty strict about that sort of thing. (See WP:LYRICS for an explanation of how they can be used.) Zetawoof(ζ) 01:03, 29 July 2007 (UTC)

Hey

Hi, 

  I've just come to say Hello.

             -MoTown095

Re:Sockpuppets

Well, every user has an IP address, that is the long string of numbers that you see if you sign when you're not logged in. And if a user is blocked, and another user with the same address appears, you'll know. And, naturally the "fake users" will behave the same attitude, and edit the same articles. Those are the easy ones. For the sneaky ones, using public computers (different IP addresses from their house's) or changing places with each account, or have diffferent personalities, that's when we watch the suspects. I think..try here. I hope everything helps!! Cheers, Zacharycrimsonwolf 12:41, 1 August 2007 (UTC)

Well, its nice to know. I've been none too active at Wikipedia lately either, and just returned. Anyway, stop by whenever you're free, and remember, if you've any questions, ask me! Cheers!!! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 07:39, 18 August 2007 (UTC)

Hello!

Hi there! I haven't seen or heard from you in awhile- where've ya been? Thanks for emailing me all the info I needed for that article I wanted to add to, you're a lifesaver. However, I don't know if I'm going to be able to add anything to Wikipedia for awhile. thanks anyway, ttyl --Shadywolf666'

Smile

What a Brilliant Idea Barnstar
Thanks for the smile. I passed it on, like you said. It's a brill idea Pheonix (talk) 21:40, 21 August 2007 (UTC)

Re:Bling-bling on page

Wel, if you want that neat little add-on, I can try to find a user who has it and show me how its done. I already know one user, by the way. Besides, I've been itching for it for a long, long time only I'm...lazy. But since you've asked, I'll happily do it, and soon both of us can add it on (I hope). Thanks for your congrats message, I've been coached for about...one month if I'm not mistaken. Anyway, cheers!! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 07:54, 25 August 2007 (UTC)

Well, it appears that she has a WP:BOT to get the status template, if you can understand it, I'd suggest you do it too. In the meantime, I'm on a Wikibreak (real busy), but I'll check in every week or two. But I'll try to get the template for you. Cheers!! --Zacharycrimsonwolf 13:34, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Thanks for the smile!

And I saw you were wondering about the status thing, you could use StatusBot if you want, (although it is offline until Monday I believe). There are actually a few status things out there, but mine was written specifically for me, and it is pretty complicated, so I wouldn't suggest trying to copy/paste it lol. (I didn't write it, so I can't help you with it, sorry) Thanks again for the smile! Ariel♥Gold 20:34, 26 August 2007 (UTC)

Smile

Cheers,JetLover has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing!
Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Thanks, but for what? Cheers,JetLover 23:19, 26 August 2007 (UTC)

Re:Coaching Process

Hi, Polarwolf. Its high time we move on with this coaching. Ready to go? If you are, leave a message at a special page, say User:Polarwolf/Coaching. Cheers, Zacharycrimsonwolf 14:41, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

Signature book

Do you want me to add your signature book for you? It is rather confusing, I must admit. ^^ — jacĸrм (talk) 22:38, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

There we go. I added it. I added it the same way as you added it before, so I hope you liked those colours! Go change it if you want, it's all columnised now :P Anyway yeah, I'm here to talk about Wikipedia with you, I have a bit of experience, so I'll try my best to help. And we can have a good natter if you like. Thanks again for signing! — jacĸrм (talk) 22:46, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

It doesn't look poorly posted to me! — jacĸrм (talk) 22:48, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Well Hi, I'm Jack and I live in a mysterious place called the United Kingdom :P — jacĸrм (talk) 22:51, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Haha, well, I've not heard much about Utah. But I know what and where it is. The UK get's boring, so I love to get away sometimes :) — jacĸrм (talk) 22:55, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Europe never fails to amaze me, so I like to go there. Most recently went to Spain, at the southern tip, very near Africa. I got very burnt and was very ill. My own fault really. I've never been to the U.S. yet, even though I have alot of family there! What about you? — jacĸrм (talk) 22:59, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Ireland is a beautiful country. It has a sad recent past though. It also amazes me how most americans have never been in a castle! Also, I'm breaking rules by having a chat like this. We could get into trouble as "Wikipedia is not a social networking site", and I doubt you would add me at MSN or AIM. I'm off to bed in a few. — jacĸrм (talk) 23:11, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Signatures

If I am to sign yours too, then what page to I sign in? Efansay---T/C/Sign Here Please 10:40, 18 September 2007 (UTC)

Speedy deletion of Haldo

A tag has been placed on Haldo, requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia per CSD a1.

Under the criteria for speedy deletion, articles that do not meet basic Wikipedia criteria may be deleted at any time. Please see the guidelines for what is generally accepted as an appropriate article, and if you can indicate why the subject of this article is appropriate, you may contest the tagging. To do this, add {{hangon}} on the top of the article and leave a note on the article's talk page explaining your position. Please do not remove the speedy deletion tag yourself, but don't hesitate to add information to the article that would confirm its subject's notability under the guidelines.

If you think that this notice was placed here in error, you may contest the deletion. To do this, add {{hangon}} on the top of the page (just below the existing speedy deletion or "db" tag) and leave a note on the page's talk page explaining your position. Please do not remove the speedy deletion tag yourself. Phgao 18:47, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

No probs! But I'm not an admin, so I can't delete articles! (but it is gone already) Phgao 18:50, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
Have fun on Wikipedia! :D Phgao 18:53, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Highschool userbox

As for your question of if I know where to get a userbox for high school, there's this (though it's not very good):

hs
This user is a high school student.

I could also make one for you if you want, you just have to ask ^^ — jacĸrм (talk) 19:20, 20 September 2007 (UTC)


Well, any userbox for that is going to be boring, as there isn't really any suitable free images I can find. I made this, similar to the previous but the previous contains a few errors.

hs This user is a high school student.

Like it? Feel free to suggest anything I can change :) — jacĸrм (talk) 20:17, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

I'm not exactly an expert, but here's what I've made. — jacĸrм (talk) 20:39, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Not really, because once you've made one, you can use all the code for another, just with a few slight changes :) — jacĸrм (talk) 20:44, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

I like it alot. Perhaps spread your userboxes out a bit better, it would look even better then. — jacĸrм (talk) 20:49, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

*pulls embarrased face*.. I cheated :( I clicked "edit this page" and I saw it! I'm sorry :p — jacĸrм (talk) 20:53, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Ahaha :D Bytheway, as for your userboxes, I have a good layout for them. If you go to my userpage and click show on the userboxes section, I can help you make yours like that if you want ^^ — jacĸrм (talk) 20:59, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

I meant the userboxes, but I could make it so they're initially hidden if you want ^^ I'd need permission to edit your userpage though :) — jacĸrм (talk) 21:02, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Yeah, that will do. It's just some people immediately go OMG REVERT if one person edits a userpage which is not their own :p So do you want me to do it for you? — jacĸrм (talk) 21:05, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Done! You might wanna remove the box around them, it's up to you ^^ — jacĸrм (talk) 21:13, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Anytime!
This user is friends with Jackrm.

???? :) — jacĸrм (talk) 21:18, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Done! Anyway, now I must go shower and do some spanish homework. Goodnight <3! — jacĸrм (talk) 21:25, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

re:statusbot

Hey Polarwolf, how are you doing? The Statusbot hasn't worked since I got it, maybe 3 weeks to 1 month ago. So I really cannot say when it'll be working again! — jacĸrм (talk) 21:14, 21 September 2007 (UTC)

Re:cleanup

I think you could try Wikipedia:Cleanup. — jacĸrм (talk) 18:25, 22 September 2007 (UTC)

Hey

You are welcome. Sorry if I didn't have an authentic signature like the others. Speed CG 16:20, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

Re:picture

Hey Polarwolf. Well, what is the picture of? If you don't own it, you have to go through Fair use. Try reading through Help:Image page and see if this helps! — jacĸrм (talk) 18:16, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

Socks 01

I am currently running for admin. Click here to read my answers and vote.  Socks 01  06:24, 25 September 2007 (UTC)

Thanks!

... For the barnstar! To be honest, seeing that there was the last thing I was expecting, but thanks again! ^_^ ≈ The Haunted Angel 18:58, 27 September 2007 (UTC)

Hi there

Hello, Polarwolf. My apologies for not being responsive these days; I have a major examination coming. I'll be off for the entire week next week, so if there's anything, you might have to wait or better yet, contact User:Fang Aili or User:Natalya; they're admins and really good ones at that; they helped me a lot and will help you if you need it. Cheers, Zacharycrimsonwolf 12:56, 29 September 2007 (UTC)

Re:Userboxen

They're very good, well done! — jacĸrм (talk) 15:17, 29 September 2007 (UTC)

adoption

Hi avery, will you adopt me? Summerluvin —Preceding signed but undated comment was added at 01:53, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

HEY Thanks For Adopting Me You Rock My Socks Talk To YOU SoonSummerluvin —Preceding signed but undated comment was added at 02:08, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

Re:Summerluvin

Ofcourse, I'm always here if you need anything. — jacĸrм (talk) 18:51, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

You're welcome :) — jacĸrм (talk) 18:54, 30 September 2007 (UTC)