WikiNearby

WikiNearby is a powerful tool available on toolforge.org that allows users to discover Wikipedia articles based on their geographic location. This step-by-step documentation will guide you through the process of using the WikiNearby tool effectively.

Step 1: Accessing the ToolForge website 1. Open your preferred web browser and go to the ToolForge website (https://toolforge.org/). 2. Sign in to ToolForge using your Wikimedia or Wikimedia Toolforge account credentials. If you don't have an account, create one by following the registration process.

Step 2: Locating the WikiNearby tool 1. After logging in, navigate to the tool directory or search for "WikiNearby" using the search bar. 2. Click on the WikiNearby tool to access its homepage.

Step 3: Understanding the WikiNearby interface 1. Once you're on the WikiNearby homepage, you will see a map interface displayed. 2. The map will likely display your current location or a default location. You can navigate and explore the map by zooming in or out and panning. 3. On the left side of the map, you will find various settings and options to customize your search.

Step 4: Setting the search parameters 1. In the search panel on the left side of the map, you can specify the search parameters. 2. Choose the search radius by adjusting the slider or entering a specific distance. 3. Select the language of the Wikipedia edition you want to search within from the drop-down menu. 4. Optionally, you can also filter the results by category. This allows you to narrow down the search to specific topics or subjects.

Step 5: Initiating the search 1. After setting the search parameters, click on the "Search" button to initiate the search. 2. The map will now display markers for Wikipedia articles within the specified radius and category (if applicable).

Step 6: Exploring search results 1. As the search completes, you will see markers representing Wikipedia articles on the map. 2. Click on a marker to view a brief summary of the corresponding article. 3. To access the full Wikipedia article, click on the article's title in the pop-up window.

Step 7: Adjusting search parameters 1. If you want to refine your search, you can modify the search parameters in the left panel. 2. Adjust the search radius, language, or category as needed. 3. Click on the "Search" button again to update the results.

Step 8: Saving and sharing locations 1. WikiNearby allows you to save and share locations for future reference or sharing with others. 2. To save a location, click on the "Save Location" button below the map. Give it a descriptive name to easily identify it later. 3. To access your saved locations, click on the "Saved Locations" button, and a list of your saved locations will appear.

Step 9: Ending your session 1. Once you have finished using the WikiNearby tool, you can log out of your ToolForge account by clicking on your username or avatar and selecting the "Log Out" option. 2. Alternatively, you can simply close the browser tab or window to end your session.