Feature summary :
As a Wikimedian in Residence for the Biodiversity Heritage Library, I would like the ability to share a URL for a Commons file that opens directly on the "Structured Data" (SDC) view, rather than the default "File information" view. This could be achieved by introducing a URL parameter or tag that specifies the desired tab (e.g., ?view=sdc).
Use case(s):
Currently, when accessing a Commons file URL, the default view is the "File information" tab, and users must manually navigate to the "Structured Data" tab to view or edit structured data. This adds unnecessary friction when sharing links with collaborators or integrating Commons with external tools.
For example, tools like BHL Arena could benefit from a link format that takes users directly to the SDC view for streamlined editing and metadata interaction. This would enhance workflows involving structured data curation, sharing, and analysis.
Steps to reproduce the current behavior:
- Open a Commons file, e.g., https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Historia_naturalis_Brasiliae_(Page_10)_BHL289103.jpg.
- Observe that the default view is the "File information" tab.
- Manually navigate to the "Structured Data" tab to view or edit metadata.
Benefits :
Implementing this feature would:
- Facilitate the sharing of links for metadata editing or curation, reducing the effort needed to access the SDC view.
- Improve integration with tools like BHL Arena, which could provide links directly to the SDC tab for editing tasks.
- Enhance usability for Wikimedia editors and developers working with structured data on Commons.