How to Submit Content Edits on VerseDB

Contributing to VerseDB is easy! This guide walks you through the process of finding, editing, and submitting changes to make the database more accurate and complete.

Before You Begin

Requirements

✅ Account Required – You must be logged in to submit edits ✅ Email Verified – Verify your email address to unlock editing ✅ Read Guidelines – Familiarize yourself with content standards

What You Can Edit

Characters: Names, powers, abilities, biographies, relationships
Series: Descriptions, publication details, creator credits
Issues: Release dates, prices, story arcs, character appearances
Creators: Biographies, birth/death dates, roles
Publishers: Company info, founding dates, headquarters
Story Arcs: Descriptions, related series/issues
Teams: Rosters, formation dates, descriptions

Step-by-Step: Submitting an Edit

1. Find Content to Edit

Browse or search for the content you want to improve:

Navigate to a character, series, issue, creator, publisher, story arc, or team page
Look for missing, incorrect, or outdated information

2. Click the Edit Button

Look for editing interfaces:

Field-specific edit icons next to individual fields
"Edit" buttons on content pages
Relationship management buttons (Add Creator, Add Character, etc.)

3. Make Your Changes

For Text Fields:

Click the edit icon/button for the field
Enter your proposed change
The system shows the old value and your new value
Preview your changes before submitting

For Relationships (Creators, Characters, Story Arcs, Teams):

Click "Add [Relationship]" or "Manage [Relationship]"
Adding: Search and select entities to add
Removing: Select existing relationships to remove
Both: Some dialogs let you add and remove in one submission

4. Review Your Edit

Before submitting, verify:

✅ Information is accurate and sourced
✅ Formatting matches existing standards
✅ No typos or grammatical errors
✅ Changes are neutral and factual

5. Submit for Review

Click "Submit" to send your edit for review.

What happens next:

New users (Level 1-49): Submission goes to moderators for review
Experienced users (Level 50+): Submission auto-approves instantly
You'll receive a confirmation message

Understanding the Content Lock System

Why Content is Locked

VerseDB prevents editing conflicts by locking content when someone is editing it.

Lock Types

🔒 Editing Locks

Duration: Short-term (typically 5-15 minutes)
Purpose: Prevents conflicts during active editing
Released when: You submit, cancel, or the lock expires

🔐 Submission Locks

Duration: Longer (during review process)
Purpose: Prevents edits to content with pending submissions
Released when: Edit is approved or rejected

What If Content Is Locked?

If you try to edit locked content, you'll see:

Who is currently editing
When the lock expires
Option to wait or come back later

📌 Locks expire automatically, so check back soon!

Edit Statuses

Draft

Edits saved but not yet submitted
Only you can see your drafts
Can be edited or discarded

Pending

Submitted and awaiting moderator review
Cannot be edited while pending
You'll receive an email when reviewed

Approved ✅

Moderator approved your edit
Changes are now live in the database
You earned XP!

Rejected ❌

Moderator rejected your edit
Check rejection notes for reasons
You can submit a revised edit

Field-Specific Guidelines

Text Fields

Examples: Description, biography, summary

Use clear, concise language
Keep descriptions neutral and factual
Avoid spoilers in main descriptions
Cite sources when adding historical facts

Names and Titles

Examples: Character names, series titles

Use official capitalization
Include subtitles where applicable
Format: The Amazing Spider-Man (not the amazing spiderman)

Dates

Examples: Release dates, birth dates, founding dates

Use format: MM-DD-YYYY (e.g., 06-16-2025)
Verify dates from official sources
Leave blank if unknown (don't guess)

Numbers

Examples: Issue numbers, prices, page counts

Use numeric values only
For prices, include decimal: 3.99 (not $3.99)
For issue numbers: 1 (not #1)

Relationships

Examples: Creators, characters, story arcs

Only add verified relationships
For creators: Select appropriate role (Writer, Artist, etc.)
Remove incorrect relationships when found
Use official credits from printed comics

XP Rewards for Approved Edits

XP is awarded only when your edit is approved — submitting alone does not earn points.

Base XP

Approval XP: 25-35 XP when your edit is approved

Bonus XP

First Edit Ever: +50 XP
First Edit in Category: +30 XP (e.g., first character edit)
Error Correction: +20 XP (fixing marked errors)

Field Complexity Multipliers

Different fields award different XP based on complexity:

Simple fields (typos, formatting): 1x multiplier
Medium fields (descriptions, dates): 1.5x multiplier
Complex fields (relationships, multiple changes): 2x multiplier

📌 Check the XP system guide for detailed reward configurations!

Tips for Successful Submissions

✅ Do's

Start small – Begin with typo fixes and simple edits
Use reliable sources – Official publisher websites, printed comics
Be specific – Clearly explain what you're changing and why
Stay neutral – Keep descriptions factual, not opinion-based
Double-check – Review your edit before submitting

❌ Don'ts

Don't guess – Only submit information you can verify
Don't plagiarize – Paraphrase from sources, don't copy verbatim
Don't editorialize – Avoid phrases like "the best" or "terrible"
Don't rush – Take time to ensure accuracy
Don't submit duplicates – Check for pending edits first

Common Issues and Solutions

"Content is currently locked"

Solution: Someone else is editing this content. Wait for the lock to expire (usually 5-15 minutes) or come back later.

"Pending submission exists for this field"

Solution: This field already has a pending edit awaiting review. Wait for that edit to be processed first.

"Field is not editable"

Solution: Some fields require higher permissions. Level up to unlock more editing capabilities.

"Submission failed"

Solutions:

Refresh the page and try again
Check your internet connection
Verify you're still logged in
Contact support if the issue persists

After Submitting

Track Your Submissions

View your submission status in your profile:

Go to Profile → Contributions
See all your submissions and their statuses
Filter by status (Pending, Approved, Rejected)

Reviewing Feedback

If your submission is rejected:

Check the rejection notes from moderators
Understand why it was rejected
Fix the issues and resubmit
Learn for future submissions

Earning XP

Approved submissions award XP:

Check your XP progress in your profile
Watch your level increase as you contribute
Unlock new permissions at higher levels

Next Steps

Ready to make your first edit? Find a page and start contributing!

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