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<div>'''Choice of browser'''
<div>'''Choice of browser'''


Creating, reviewing and editing pages in GeoSource is much easier in Firefox or Chrome.
For the best experience when creating, reviewing and editing pages in Earthwise<sup>TM</sup>, we recommend using a browser that is fully supported by MediaWiki. Supported browsers natively handle JavaScript formatting and advanced editing tools, including VisualEditor.
 


The following browsers and versions are fully supported:


Google Chrome: Versions released within the last three years.
Microsoft Edge: Chromium-based versions 79 and later.
Mozilla Firefox: The current stable version and the previous Extended Support Release (ESR) version.
Apple Safari: Desktop versions 14 and later on macOS, and mobile versions 14 and later on iOS.
For the best editing experience, keep your browser up to date.
   
'''Getting started'''
'''Getting started'''


Advice on all aspects of writing can be found in the [[Category:Writers'_guide]]. Guidance of particular relevance to creating, reviewing and editing new pages can be found in:
The [[:category:Earthwise_writers%27_guide|Earthwise Writers’ Guide]] provides practical advice and guidance on all aspects of writing and editing content in Earthwise<sup>TM</sup>.
 
* [[Browser settings]]
 
* [[Editing with FlaggedRevs]]
 
* [[Editorial methodology]]


* [[New page]]
If you are new to Earthwise<sup>TM</sup> or need help getting started, the following sections are particularly useful:


* [[Page naming convention]]
* [[Browser settings]] – configure your browser for the best editing experience.


* [[Preferences]]
* [[Preferences]] – customise your user settings and available editing options.


* [[Preparing material for GeoSource]]
* [[New page]] – learn how to create and begin editing a page


* [[Reviewing pages]]
We recommend reviewing these sections before creating or updating content to help you get the most out of Earthwise<sup>TM</sup>.
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Latest revision as of 10:37, 21 October 2026

Choice of browser

For the best experience when creating, reviewing and editing pages in EarthwiseTM, we recommend using a browser that is fully supported by MediaWiki. Supported browsers natively handle JavaScript formatting and advanced editing tools, including VisualEditor.

The following browsers and versions are fully supported:

Google Chrome: Versions released within the last three years. Microsoft Edge: Chromium-based versions 79 and later. Mozilla Firefox: The current stable version and the previous Extended Support Release (ESR) version. Apple Safari: Desktop versions 14 and later on macOS, and mobile versions 14 and later on iOS. For the best editing experience, keep your browser up to date.

Getting started

The Earthwise Writers’ Guide provides practical advice and guidance on all aspects of writing and editing content in EarthwiseTM.

If you are new to EarthwiseTM or need help getting started, the following sections are particularly useful:

  • Preferences – customise your user settings and available editing options.
  • New page – learn how to create and begin editing a page

We recommend reviewing these sections before creating or updating content to help you get the most out of EarthwiseTM.

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