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An editor<ref>previously called moderator</ref> is user who contributes to MusicBrainz by entering [[Edit|edits]] into the [[MusicBrainz Database|database]]. All editors are expected to follow the MusicBrainz [[Code of Conduct]]. |
An editor<ref>previously called moderator</ref> is user who contributes to MusicBrainz by entering [[Edit|edits]] into the [[MusicBrainz Database|database]]. All editors are expected to follow the MusicBrainz [[Code of Conduct]]. |
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== Beginner editor == |
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There is a [[mb:privileged|list of these editors]] available on the server. |
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Every new MusicBrainz account starts with the Beginner editor status. |
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== Editor == |
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Some editors have special privileges which are discussed below. |
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Editors can vote on other users edits. |
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=== Becoming an editor === |
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Accounts must be more than 2 weeks old, have a verified email address, and more than 10 accepted edits. |
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= Special editor types = |
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These editor types have special privileges, and require at least partially non-automated processes to be applied. There is a [[mb:privileged|list of editors with special privileges]]. |
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===Obligations of an auto-editor=== |
===Obligations of an auto-editor=== |
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See [[Auto-Editor Election|auto-editor election]] for more information. |
See [[Auto-Editor Election|auto-editor election]] for more information. |
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==Relationship |
==Relationship editor== |
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Relationship editors are users who have the ability to modify [[Relationships|relationship types and attributes]] on the server. |
Relationship editors are users who have the ability to modify [[Relationships|relationship types and attributes]] on the server. |
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In general, these changes are decided and implemented through the [[Proposals|style process]]. If you feel that a relationship should be added or changed, please follow [[Proposals|said process]]. |
In general, these changes are decided and implemented through the [[Proposals|style process]]. If you feel that a relationship should be added or changed, please follow [[Proposals|said process]]. |
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==Transclusion |
==Transclusion editor== |
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Transclusion editors are users who have the permission to change the version of the transcluded [[WikiDocs]] documents, and thus update the documentation shown in the MusicBrainz /doc area. |
Transclusion editors are users who have the permission to change the version of the transcluded [[WikiDocs]] documents, and thus update the documentation shown in the MusicBrainz /doc area. |
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==Location |
==Location editor== |
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Location editors are users who have the ability to edit and add [[Area|areas]]. |
Location editors are users who have the ability to edit and add [[Area|areas]]. |
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Revision as of 22:29, 8 November 2023
An editor[1] is user who contributes to MusicBrainz by entering edits into the database. All editors are expected to follow the MusicBrainz Code of Conduct.
Beginner editor
Every new MusicBrainz account starts with the Beginner editor status.
Editor
Editors can vote on other users edits.
Becoming an editor
Accounts must be more than 2 weeks old, have a verified email address, and more than 10 accepted edits.
Special editor types
These editor types have special privileges, and require at least partially non-automated processes to be applied. There is a list of editors with special privileges.
Auto-editor
Auto-editors can make edits that are automatically approved without going through the voting process, and have the ability to approve other users' edits. Some, destructive, edit types cannot be approved.
Obligations of an auto-editor
- "With great power comes great responsibility" - Uncle Ben (of Spider Man fame)
Auto-editors should always align themselves to the Code of Conduct. Furthermore, they should be able to look beyond their nose and take an objective point of view regarding the data they edit. Being familiar with the various editing aspects of the site is important, as well as having a clear grasp of the style guidelines.
Additionally, while it is good to be an expert in certain areas of the database (e.g. certain musical genres or specific artists), every auto-editor should be comfortable enough with the basic editing fundamentals that they are able to edit outside their realm of expertise.
Becoming an auto-editor
To become an auto-editor, you must be nominated by an existing auto-editor and then have your nomination put to a vote.
See auto-editor election for more information.
Relationship editor
Relationship editors are users who have the ability to modify relationship types and attributes on the server.
In general, these changes are decided and implemented through the style process. If you feel that a relationship should be added or changed, please follow said process.
Transclusion editor
Transclusion editors are users who have the permission to change the version of the transcluded WikiDocs documents, and thus update the documentation shown in the MusicBrainz /doc area.
Location editor
Location editors are users who have the ability to edit and add areas.
- ↑ previously called moderator
