How to Award a Wikipedia User a Barnstar

A Barnstar is a way to award recognition and appreciation to Wikipedia users who have made outstanding contributions to the platform. Here are the steps to award a Barnstar to a Wikipedia user:

1. Go to the user's talk page. You can do this by typing the user's name in the search bar on Wikipedia, clicking on their user page, and then clicking on the "Talk" tab at the top of the page.

2. Click on the "Edit" button at the top of the talk page to open the edit window.

3. Type in a subject line for the award. For example, if you are awarding a Barnstar for contributions to a specific article, you might title the section "Barnstar for outstanding contributions to XYZ article."

4. In the main body of the message, write a brief explanation of why the user is receiving the award. Be specific about the user's contributions and how they have made a positive impact on Wikipedia. This will help other editors understand why the user is receiving the award.

5. Type the name of the Barnstar you wish to award. Wikipedia has many types of Barnstars, each with its own design and meaning. You can find a list of Barnstars and their meanings here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Barnstars

6. Sign your message using four tildes (Lukegao1（留言） 2023年3月21日 (二) 15:50 (UTC)). This will automatically add your username and the date and time of the message.

7. Preview your message to make sure it looks the way you want it to. If you need to make any changes, you can do so before submitting the message.

8. Click the "Save changes" button to post your message to the user's talk page. The user will be notified of the award and can display it on their user page if they choose.

Remember, Barnstars are a way to recognize and appreciate the contributions of other Wikipedia editors. Take the time to craft a thoughtful message that acknowledges the user's specific contributions and highlights the positive impact they have had on the platform.