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To begin writing your sandbox page, simply write your username into the box below and hit 'Create page'.

Tip: When editing your sandbox, always use the "save" function and not "save draft", as using "save draft" won't actually change the page itself. This can cause problems later on.

Welcome to the Backrooms Sandbox Wiki 2! You can use pages on this site to practice formatting, store works in progress, or simply have a place to put drafts so you can show others and get feedback before posting to the main site. Anyone can create and edit their pages here, but they should remember the following:

  • All images uploaded to this site must be 800kb or less. The staff team reserves the right of removing any image that exceeds this limit.
  • Collaborative sandboxes can be created by putting "collab:" in the URL—for example, "/collab:name". Pages that can only be seen by you can be created with "secret:". While anyone is able to edit collaborative pages, never make edits without permission. No, not even if you're trying to be helpful and fix something.
  • Please don't create too many sandbox pages. You can make as many sandbox pages as you need, but we recommend that you keep the number reasonable. You can store multiple drafts on your sandbox by using the tab code further down this page or create your own sandbox site.
  • Others should be able to tell from the name of your page that it is yours. Potential names: username, username-1, username-level-4. Discouraged names: level-5, wdifbiwdbcwdbfif.
  • Staff reserve the right to remove material that violates our site rules and guidelines.
  • Happy writing! :)

The following information may also prove useful:
  • When you're ready for feedback, ask for it. Feedback is only given when an author has indicated that they have something ready to be reviewed (no one monitors sandbox pages). Seek feedback in the Backrooms Wiki's Discord Server, Drafts and Critiques forum, or via wikidot PM request. More info later on this page.
  • It is normal for links to the main site to be broken on the sandbox. This issue will automatically fix itself when you post on the main site, so do not "hardcode" your links. Instead, use syntax such as [[[Level N]]].
  • Rating modules are disabled on the sandbox. While the module will appear if the code is present, no one can vote on them.
  • Currently, only page creators and mods/admins can edit non-collaborative pages. This prevents people from editing others' sandboxes. For more information on sandbox permissions and how to share sandboxes for co-authored works, please contact a member of site staff. A list of staff is also available.

Tabs

To add tabs to your sandbox so you can have multiple drafts, use the following code:

[[tabview]]
[[tab Title 1]]
Text goes here. Pretend this is a draft.
[[/tab]]
[[tab Title 2]]
More text in another tab! You can add lots of tabs.
[[/tab]]
[[/tabview]]

If done correctly, you should get something like this:

Text goes here. Pretend this is a draft.

Helpful Guides

You can also find links to guides in the top bar of this site. They're always with you when writing your sandbox, so feel free to consult them!

  • Image Use Policy - A policy on the permissible and impermissible images on the wiki.
  • Greenlight Policy - While anyone can create pages on the sandbox wiki, posting on the main wiki is more restrictive, requiring a passcode. This is a guide on how to get that passcode and post your entry on the site.
  • Templates - Some sample templates for creating different kinds of pages on the site. Please note that they are not required and you can modify them or skip them as you wish.
  • How to Make Your Draft More Interesting - This is a general guide on how to write better drafts so your page is more likely to get greenlighted and survive on the wiki.
  • Wikidot Syntax - A guide on how to use Wikidot code to make your writing look more organised and professional.
  • License Box - A required component for your page; it simplifies licensing and proper attribution.
  • Offset Guide - An offset is a way to bring the reader to a different page while preserving the upvotes and comments of the original page. This is a guide for writers of all levels to learn how to use this Wikidot feature.
  • Sandbox Site Guide - This guide takes you through the steps of making your own sandbox site.

All Guides

Receiving and giving feedback

  • Criticism Policy - A guide on how to give feedback, comments, and critiques for other people’s pages in a constructive and respectful manner.
  • Drafts and Critiques forum - Note that you must join the main site first.
  • Our Discord server - Currently the most active venue for feedback.
  • Greenlight Policy - This page includes the contact information for Greenlighters, who can not only give you crit, but also help get your page posted on the main site! It is recommended to get crit from others first before going to the Greenlighters.
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