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We are a small group of typewriter-enthusiasts that are trying to get some common information written down and preserved for all to see. Please note that this is NOT to replace the [https://typewriterdatabase.com/ Typewriter Database] or Wikipedia, but instead is an effort to expand on those great resources. This site was created by the [https://discord.gg/ws5Gzaf Typewriter Discord server], so if you would like to help out, go there and ask in the #typewriterwiki channel. [https://discord.gg/ws5Gzaf Here's an invite]. | We are a small group of typewriter-enthusiasts that are trying to get some common information written down and preserved for all to see. Please note that this is NOT to replace the [https://typewriterdatabase.com/ Typewriter Database] or Wikipedia, but instead is an effort to expand on those great resources. This site was created by the [https://discord.gg/ws5Gzaf Typewriter Discord server], so if you would like to help out, go there and ask in the #typewriterwiki channel. [https://discord.gg/ws5Gzaf Here's an invite]. | ||
Please note that the Typewriter Wiki is still quite new, so please mind our dust as we complete pages and add more content. | Please note that the Typewriter Wiki is still quite new, so please mind our dust as we complete pages and add more content. | ||
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= Getting started = | = Getting started = | ||
Revision as of 19:37, 3 November 2021
Welcome to the Typewriter Wiki
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Getting started
Buying
- How do I choose a typewriter? Which ones are good or valuable? Recommended Machines
- I want a typewriter. What should I get? How To Buy a Typewriter
My First Typewriter
- Have a question? Common Questions
- Don't know what that thingy is called? Typewriter Anatomy.
- I just got a typewriter. Where should I start? How to Use Your New (Or Old!) Typewriter
- How do I make =, +, $, £, etc. my typewriter doesn't have? Special Characters
- Identify your Typewriter in Typewriter Classifications
Repair and Maintainence
- I just got a typewriter, and it's dirtier than my basement! Typewriter Cleaning and Cleanliness
- A Repairman's Toolkit Common tools, solvents, chemicals, and their Uses
- Specialty Typewriter Tools Specialized Typewriter Tools
- Help! Something's Wrong! Repair
Typewriter List
An alphabetical list of brands and models can be found in the article Category:Typewriter. Each entry in this list is a link to a page containing historical and technical information about that specific typewriter model.
This is by no means a comprehensive list, and is being updated periodically.
Highlights: Category:Typewriter
Brand Page
Use this page to search for machines based off branding, instead of just the massive list of typewriters thrown at your face.
Category:Typewriter Brands
Gallery
Images of typewriters from the wiki:
Gallery
IMPORTANT Typewriter Wiki:General disclaimer IMPORTANT
