Stub

Definition

A stub is an article recognized as needing expansion. It typically contains a brief overview of a topic, minimal details, and a notice encouraging editors to add more comprehensive information.

Purpose

The primary purposes of stub articles are to:

• Provide an initial framework for a topic.
• Encourage collaboration and contributions from the wiki community.
• Act as placeholders that can be developed over time to improve the overall content of the wiki.

Characteristics

Stub articles usually feature:

• Minimal text and a basic structure.
• A stub template or message at the bottom indicating that the article is a stub.
• Integration into the wiki through basic categorization, allowing readers to find related topics.

See Also

• MediaWiki

Further Reading

Stub on Wikipedia