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Happy editing! 47.227.95.73 (talk) 21:20, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you. Where do you recommend that I start? I noticed that people seem to make lots of bad edits and I am trying to undo those problem edits. ComplexApe (talk) 21:22, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I am also a relatively new user, but I recommend checking the WP:Task Center, seeing the WP:Teahouse, and maybe joining a WP:Wikiproject. I personally am in WP:CVU. Illusion Flame (talk) 21:35, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Hello. Regarding the recent revert you made: you may already know about them, but you might find Wikipedia:Template index/User talk namespace useful. After a revert, these can be placed on the user's talk page to let them know you considered their edit inappropriate, and also direct new users towards the sandbox. They can also be used to give a stern warning to a vandal when they've been previously warned. Thank you. Illusion Flame (talk) 21:21, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I like to leave a personalized message. Is that frowned upon? ComplexApe (talk) 21:24, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Kinda. It is standard to use the warning templates because they explain to the user what they are doing wrong, and link to policies in which they can read. You are welcome to continue using personalized warnings, just make sure they are accurate and helpful. Thanks again. Illusion Flame (talk) 21:32, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Well in that event, I will need to figure out how to do that. In the meantime, I will continue my way if that is alright. I will add the links to policies when I know them. NPOV links to WP:NPOV I think, so that was one that I shared on a tier one warning I just sent to another editor. ComplexApe (talk) 21:36, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Once you become WP:Autoconfirmed, meaning you have 10 edits and have been here for 4 days, you can download tools that help with warnings like WP:Twinkle or WP:UV. Your warning looks good! Illusion Flame (talk) 21:41, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I hope that people like the personal message I leave them and it keeps them from making bad decisions. ComplexApe (talk) 21:42, 3 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Hello ComplexApe, I have looked at a few of your edits and it looks like you are doing great! I have one minor suggestion. Maybe instead of titling the warnings “One tier warning on example page” you just title it March 2023. We organize warning templates by the month, so it would be helpful to others. Good job so far! Illusion Flame (talk) 01:46, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for that suggestion. I will implement it. ComplexApe (talk) 01:48, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Great! Thank you again for your contributions. Illusion Flame (talk) 01:51, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Just left you a message on your TP. Please answer there or here. I was not prepared for a suicidal editor. ComplexApe (talk) 01:52, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I have responded on my talk page. Illusion Flame (talk) 01:56, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

For future reference, if you see someone saying that they are going to commit suicide, you should immediately follow the steps outlined at WP:Responding to threats of harm. Schminnte (talk • contribs) 10:56, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I hope I will not need that information again. ComplexApe (talk) 20:56, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you @Schminnte:. I was unfamiliar with this policy too, so I appreciate you sharing it. Illusion Flame (talk) 12:41, 5 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I saw what you tried to add to that talk page, that problem can be solved by using templated warning messages. Just wanted to let you know. Cheers, 47.227.95.73 (talk) 01:39, 6 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I cannot use templated warnings yet. I need to wait I think so that I can use Twinkle. Then I will. ComplexApe (talk) 01:41, 6 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Eh, it appears I was wrong anyways, I tried to template him ;). Sorry about that. 47.227.95.73 (talk) 01:42, 6 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

It was the Serial rapist page was being blocked.. ComplexApe (talk) 01:43, 6 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I see you have started to use Twinkle. How do you like it? - 🔥𝑰𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑭𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒆 (𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒌)🔥 00:56, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I have? That is news to me. I do not believe that I have used it yet. ComplexApe (talk) 02:32, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I am sorry. I was looking at a different users contribution history. It does appear that you are getting close to qualifying for Twinkle though. - 🔥𝑰𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑭𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒆 (𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒌)🔥 21:17, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Yes I believe you are correct. I will check today. ComplexApe (talk) 22:19, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I just checked. You are now eligible to use the tools WP:Twinkle and WP:RW. Congrats! - 🔥𝑰𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑭𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒆 (𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒌)🔥 22:25, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Excellent I just activated Twinkle in my preferences. I will try it out. ComplexApe (talk) 22:26, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

i always edit like that.user emily king 2601:843:100:D350:30F8:5734:42D1:1DBE (talk) 22:31, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

What does that even mean? Just do not vandalize Wikipedia and everyone is happy. ComplexApe (talk) 22:34, 7 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

	The Anti-Vandalism Barnstar
	Excellent job with using Twinkle to revert/warn those pesky vandals! Keep up the great work, and thank you for your contributions. - 🔥𝑰𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑭𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒆 (𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒌)🔥 14:23, 11 March 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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