The terms major edit and minor edit are used to describe article edits and are used in a variety of ways on the site.
Minor edits
Minor edits are changes that do not significantly alter the substance or meaning of the content. They are typically superficial in nature and focus on improving readability, correcting typos, formatting, or fixing minor grammatical errors. Examples of minor edits include:
spelling and grammar corrections
formatting adjustments (e.g., bullet points, indentation)
rewording paragraphs without changing the meaning
adding or removing links to other articles
adding illustrative cases
Major edits
Major edits involve changes that add information or change the meaning of part of the article. Examples of major edits include:
adding additional information and references
deleting information that changes the meaning of the article
adding differential diagnoses or radiographic features
Contributors are encouraged to exercise caution when making major edits and should be prepared to provide adequate references or justifications for significant changes.
Collaboration and communication with other contributors via Radiopaedia Chat is helpful to ensure that major edits are well-supported and align with the collaborative spirit of Radiopaedia.
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