wikimedia-commons-sdc

Manage Structured Data on Commons via Wikibase Action API and web UI workflows.

15|6|Updated Feb 17, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/fuzheado/Wikipedia-AI-Skills --skill wikimedia-commons-sdc
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Skill: wikimedia-commons-sdc
Source: https://github.com/fuzheado/Wikipedia-AI-Skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/wikimedia-commons-sdc
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fuzheado/Wikipedia-AI-Skills --skill wikimedia-commons-sdc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires wikimedia-api-access, wikimedia-auth-oauth, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the addition, editing, and management of Structured Data on Commons, simplifying the process of annotating files with metadata.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Data Editing: Edit MediaInfo entities for files, including captions, depicts statements, and license metadata.
  • Batch Workflows: Utilize batch operations for efficient SDC updates on large sets of files.
  • Use Case: Quickly update copyright information for a batch of files or add depicts statements for newly uploaded images.

Quick Start

Use the wikimedia-commons-sdc skill to add a depicts statement for a file with the Media ID 'M12345', depicting the item with the Wikidata ID 'Q42'.

Frequently Asked Questions about wikimedia-commons-sdc

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I add structured data to Wikimedia Commons files?

To add structured data to Wikimedia Commons files, you can edit MediaInfo entities by adding captions, depicts statements, and license metadata via the Wikibase Action API. This streamlines the process of annotating files with structured metadata.

Can I batch update structured data on Commons for multiple files?

Yes, you can batch update structured data on Commons. The skill supports batch workflows to efficiently perform SDC updates across large sets of files, such as quickly updating copyright information for multiple images.

How do I set copyright status and licenses for files on Wikimedia Commons?

To set copyright status and licenses for files on Wikimedia Commons, use the skill to manage license metadata within MediaInfo entities. It performs these operations via the Wikibase Action API and requires authentication.

Do I need authentication to edit Structured Data on Commons?

Yes, you need authentication to edit Structured Data on Commons. The skill requires specific MediaWiki API access and authentication to perform operations like adding captions and depicting items.

What is the best way to add depicts statements to newly uploaded images on Commons?

The best way to add depicts statements to newly uploaded Commons images is using the skill's MediaInfo entity editing capabilities. It allows you to link files to Wikidata items via the Wikibase Action API.

Does this skill work with the Wikibase Action API for managing MediaInfo?

Yes, this skill works directly with the Wikibase Action API to manage MediaInfo. It utilizes the API alongside web UI and community tooling to perform structured data operations on Commons files.