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Fruits Basket Ao3 Media Tags Poll Results, and Some Thoughts on Ao3 Fandom Tag Wrangling
Over the past few weeks, I've put out a few polls to find out how other Ao3 users are using the different Fruits Basket media tags. Here are the results!
(Obligatory disclaimer that a tumblr poll by one user with fewer than 50 followers is hardly scientific data)
For writers, it looks like most of us (52.6%, or 10 out of 19 respondents) are tagging more than one media type every time, and an additional 10.5% are sometimes tagging multiple media types (total of 63.1%, or 12 out of 19). 31.6%, or 6 out of 19, are only tagging one media type. I believe the person who selected "other" hasn't posted Fruits Basket work yet, but indicated they'd be likely to tag all three.
Of note: even though far more works are tagged with the manga tag than either anime, including when I excluded crossovers, the 2019 anime had the most works updated since January 1 of this year excluding crossovers at 25 (vs 4 for the 2001 anime, and 12 for the manga).
For readers, it looks like most of us (46.4%, or 13 out of 28) are filtering by relationship or character. (Sometimes I think I must be the only person who will read fics for any relationship or character if the premise is interesting!) For those who search using media tags, the manga tag is by far the most used at 17.9%, or 5 out of 28.
Then, 50%, or 14 out of 28 readers don't expect anything different between the three media tags. And that number raises to 78.6%, or 22 out of 28, if you include people who only expect minor differences between content found at each of the three tags.
So, why did I do these polls (and what are my thoughts on how these tags should be wrangled)? More info below the cut!
At some point between when I joined Ao3 and now, the tag "Fruits Basket" went from being a metatag that contained all 3 Fruits Basket media to being made a synonym of the manga.
In practical terms, what this meant for me was that I could no longer sort or filter all Fruits Basket works at once. I would instead have to go to all three media tags separately, and would have to repeat searches for all three media tags if I was looking for a specific trope. Additionally, I didn't actually realize this change until a couple of months after it occurred. I almost missed one of my now-favorite fics because of this change!
Worse still, it means that when I filter out crossovers, any works that are tagged with more than one Fruits Basket media are considered as "crossovers." If I want to filter out actual crossovers, it needs to be done by manually clicking all other fandoms under the "exclude" option.
So, I sent a support ticket to Ao3 asking them to either reverse this change, or add a similar "All Media Types" sort of tag.
They responded after about 12 days, letting me know that the Archive is no longer creating "All Media Types" tags, and is actually dismantling them where possible. The goal is for users to be able to find what they're looking for, and to avoid confusion, which apparently "All Media Types" tags can cause, both for creators and browsing users. They pointed out that searching by relationship or character would allow me to see all works across media tags with those characters (although this doesn't solve my problem).
(Note: no shade to this Ao3 volunteer - I'm not upset at this answer, and they were only communicating Archive policy and were very professional and gave me good and important info!)
Anyway, this confused me, so I sat with it for a bit. I did some searches of the Ao3 blog, the Reddit and Tumblr, and some tag wrangler's Tumblrs where they talk about tag wrangling, but couldn't find anything about dismantling "All Media Types" metatags. So, I decided to get some data. Hence, the polls.
Other than my continued surprise at how many people search by relationship (multishipper problems...), the polls basically aligned with what I expected. So, if I'm using the tags in a similar way to most other users, this can't be the best way for these tags to exist.
I sent a followup request outlining some of what I shared here, then decided to browse Ao3 fandoms outside of Fruits Basket to see how other fandom tags, especially anime/manga fandom tags, were generally canonized.
On the Fandoms page, several "All Media Types" tags are present (Star Wars, Les Mis, Newsies, Batman, and Captain America, to name a few). Additionally, several "& Related Fandoms" tags are also present.
But this might not be a fair comparison. Star Wars has had movies, TV shows, comics, novels, video games, audio novels, radio adaptations, theme park rides, and more. A broad metatag makes sense for that fandom.
Or maybe the Archive just hasn't dismantled those "All Media Types" tags yet?
So, what about other anime and manga? Well, several (including the extremely popular BNHA and Naruto, as well as the shoujo that's always being compared to Furuba, OHSHC) are canonized as (Anime & Manga). Some (like Haikyuu!! and AoT) are canonized so both the manga and the anime are synonyms to the overarching fandom name.
And what about a manga that had two adaptations? Well, Fullmetal Alchemist has an "All Media Types" tag, which acts as a catchall for the 2003 anime, the live action, Bluebird's Illusion (which is apparently a fan-made game?), and a single tag combining the manga and Brotherhood.
So then, I did another search for information on how the Archive is handling "All Media Types" tags.
That search led me to a Tumblr post on tag wrangling guidelines from way back in 2013. Obviously, that post was out of date, but it led me to a handful of other posts, and eventually to the tag wrangling guidelines on the Ao3 website.
I actually didn't know the wrangling guidelines were publicly available before this, so this was exciting! After some brief searching, I was able to find some relevant policies:
Wrangling Guidelines - Metatags still mentioned "All Media Types" metatags in their guidelines, so perhaps those guidelines are out of date? Or instead, they're for those exceptions where "All Media Types" tags make sense?
That page led me to Wrangling Guidelines - Fandoms, which was MUCH more informative.
Under "Base Rules" > "Shared & Similar Names/Multiple Media" > "General Disambiguation Suffixes" it says:
General Disambiguation Suffixes are a legacy disambiguation format and last-resort disambiguation options for fandom tags that could not be easily separated into specific media. Fandoms disambiguated in these ways are no longer being created and are being removed where possible.
General Disambiguation Suffixes includes "All Media Types," "& Related Fandoms," and "Ambiguous Fandom."
Under "Fandoms With Multiple Media" it says:
Existing "All Media Types" tags may have new subtags added beneath them, but should no longer be created. The different existing media tags can be made into subtags under this metatag, as they are added to the Archive. There is no need to make an "All Media Types" metatag just to connect fandoms. Such fandoms can simply sit separately.
Bleh. I guess my hopes have been dashed.
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But wait!
Under "Anime and Manga" > "Disambiguation Between Manga, Manhwa, Manhua, & Anime" it says:
Anime and manga fandoms should be canonised separately as much as possible. For fandoms where the completed manga and anime canons overlap enough to be considered one unified canon, or the user-made works do not specify whether they are for the anime or the manga, the disambig may be (Anime & Manga), with the terms in alphabetical order.
If canons do not overlap and users make tags for the separate canons, disambiguate with (Anime), (Manga), (Manhwa), or (Manhua).
For this second quote, IT USES FRUITS BASKET AS THE EXAMPLE.
So, I guess the tag wrangler(s) for Fruits Basket consider the manga and the (unspecified which) anime to... not overlap? Or not overlap enough? Again, this confuses me. The 2019 anime covered all of canon and only had extremely minor changes, and those were mostly done just to make it work better in animation instead of print. The 2001 anime only covered the first third or so of the story and had some bigger changes, but nothing outside the realm of what a fan might change in a fanwork for the manga.
So, what do I think would be the best outcome for the Fruits Basket media tags on Ao3?
When I think about it, I could see people who had only seen the 2001 anime benefiting from being able to search only for works relating to the 2001 anime. And I could see people who have read the manga/seen the 2019 anime being annoyed if the major changes of the 2001 anime were referenced on works tagged to the manga/2019 anime. But I can't really see that happening between the manga and the 2019 anime. Those changes were so minute, I doubt they'd be relevant most of the time.
So, with the caveat that I'm only one user, and I don't know for sure if my opinion is the one held by most users in the Fruits Basket fandom, here are some potential solutions that would work for me & (I believe) for most users in the Fruits Basket fandom:
bring back "Fruits Basket" as a metatag for all 3 media types, or
make the manga tag synonymous with the 2019 anime, with the new canonical reading [Fruits Basket (Anime 2019 & Manga)], and make the 2001 anime a subtag of that new combined tag, or
make both anime tags subtags of the manga tag
Anyway, if you wanted to know what I've been doing instead of writing over the past few weeks, this is it. 😅 I'd really love to hear what you think of my proposed solutions, and if the change caused problems for you as it did for me, or if it actually made things easier.
Info about another tag wrangling issue for Fruits Basket coming soon in a separate (much shorter!) post!
#fruits basket#furuba#fruba#fanfic#ao3#poll#poll results#tumblr polls#my polls#canonical tags#metatags#ao3 tags#fandom tags#ao3 fandom#fanfic readers#fanfic authors#problem solving#tag wrangling#sort of#i am not a wrangler#but i'd like to be!#anime & manga#all media types#by cinderella-ish#my post
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The Effect of Canonical Tags on Your Website's Indexing and Ranking
In today's digital-first world, businesses constantly strategize to improve their online visibility. An effective SEO strategy plays an integral role in this process. Among the numerous SEO practices that can be implemented, using canonical tags is one that often goes overlooked. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of canonical tags, their effect on your website's indexing and ranking, and how to employ them effectively.
What Are Canonical Tags?
A canonical tag (rel="canonical") is a way of telling search engines that a specific URL represents the master copy of a page. This tag helps prevent issues caused by identical or "duplicate" content appearing on multiple URLs, thereby aiding in your SEO efforts.
The Role of Canonical Tags in SEO
Search engines, in their quest to present the best possible content to users, often penalize duplicative content. The reasons for this might include the misleading perception of manipulation attempts or the dilution of content relevance and quality. However, in some instances, having duplicate content is unavoidable. For example, a product page on an e-commerce site might be accessible through various URLs due to factors such as tracking parameters or different categorization paths. This is where canonical tags come in. By using a canonical tag, you can specify to search engines which version of a webpage is the "main" or "canonical" one and should be indexed and ranked, helping preserve your website's SEO integrity.
How Canonical Tags Affect Indexing and Ranking
1. Consolidation of Ranking Signals:
Without a canonical tag, search engines treat different URL versions of the same page as separate entities with their individual ranking signals. This can lead to a dilution of the link popularity, as the link equity is spread across all versions. By using a canonical tag, you consolidate the varying versions of a URL to a single one. The link signals from the duplicate pages are consolidated, which can potentially improve the page's organic search visibility.
2. Prevention of Duplicate Content Issues:
When search engines find duplicate content, they need to choose which version to list in search results, which can potentially lead to issues such as less relevant versions appearing in search results, splitting of traffic, or even penalties. The implementation of canonical tags specifies which version of a page search engines should favor. This clarifies duplicate content confusion and ensures that your chosen URL appears in relevant search results.
3. Crawl Efficiency:
Search engine bots have a crawl budget – a certain amount of data they crawl on your site during a given time. If your site contains many duplicate URLs. By specifying canonical URLs, you help search bots make better use of their crawl budget, improving the indexing of your site.
Implementing Canonical Tag Effectively
Here are a few best practices you should follow:
When choosing a canonical URL, ensure it is the one that best represents the information on the page and will offer the best experience for users. Use absolute URLs instead of relative URLs to avoid potential misinterpretations. Regularly review and update your canonical tags, especially during website redesign or migration.
Conclusion
The strategic use of canonical tags is a crucial aspect of effective SEO. Despite being a technical tool, understanding its importance. And integrating it into your SEO strategy can prevent potential ranking issues related to duplicate content. Thereby enhancing your website's visibility and organic rank performance. Always remember – in the world of SEO, it's not just about creating great content.
#EngageYourAudience#SocialStrategy#SEO#SearchEngineOptimization#KeywordResearch#OnPageSEO#LinkBuilding#ContentWriting#canonical tags
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when there’s historical romance written abt ur friends
#dungeon meshi#marcille donato#falin touden#labru#not tagging the boys bc they’re not actually here lol#up to u how long this is after canon#dungeon meshi spoilers#orphe’s art
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life lessons with grunkle ford
you can support my work on kofi!
#bill is not having a good time#gravity falls#stanford pines#mabel pines#dipper pines#the book of bill#billford#its canon in my au so im tagging it <3#doodle#book of bill spoilers#book of bill
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Analysis so bad you don't even know what it's talking about anymore.
#chrambles#not a lily orchard video (i have never watched one in my life im sorry for whoever did)#being a homestuck fan alone is hell. people make shit up and call it canon unironically its painful#can be of any form of analysis btw your responses are so insightful (and also funny)#if you mention dirkjohn in the tags then youre the one who needs to reread the canon material again lol
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What are Canonical Tags?
Discover the importance of canonical tags in technical SEO and how they help prevent duplicate content issues, consolidate link equity, and improve user experience. This blog provides step-by-step guidance on implementing canonical tags, common mistakes to avoid, and their benefits for better indexing and ranking.
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just needed to map out his scars for science reasons, I promise...
#simon ghost riley#cod mw 19#call of duty#honestly for myself I'd make him even more ragged#but for canonical body I think that's it#mellounir art tag
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How Canonical Tags are Beneficial for SEO
Canonical tags play a critical role in the optimization of your website for search engines. They can help your SEO efforts in the following ways:
What is a Canonical Tag?
A canonical tag is an HTML element that indicates the "preferred" version of a web page, helping webmasters avoid duplicate content problems.It tells search engines which version of a URL to index and rank.
Why Canonical Tags Matter
Avoid Duplicate Content Issues:
Unified Ranking: When multiple URLs contain similar or identical content, search engines may not know which one to rank. A canonical tag consolidates the ranking signals to the preferred URL.
Clean Index: It ensures that search engines do not index multiple versions of the same content, which can dilute the ranking potential.
Improved Crawl Efficiency:
Resource Management: By guiding search engines to the primary version of a page, canonical tags help them use their crawl budget more efficiently, focusing on unique content.
Consolidated Link Equity:
Link Juice: When different pages have inbound links, the canonical tag helps in combining the link equity to the canonical URL, enhancing its authority and ranking potential.
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Implementing Canonical Tags
Identify Duplicate Content:
Audit Your Site: Use tools like Screaming Frog or Google Search Console to find duplicate content on your site.
Add Canonical Tags:
HTML Element: Include the canonical tag in the section of your HTML:htmlCopy code
Consistency:
Internal Linking: Ensure that internal links point to the canonical version of the page.
Sitemaps: Update your XML sitemaps to include only canonical URLs.
Common Issues and Solutions
Incorrect Canonical Tags:
Self-Referencing: Ensure that each page has a self-referencing canonical tag if it is the preferred version.
Avoid Loops: Do not create circular references between canonical tags.
Cross-Domain Canonical Tags:
Multiple Sites: Use cross-domain canonical tags to manage duplicate content across different domains effectively.
Dynamic Content:
Parameter Handling: For pages with URL parameters, use canonical tags to point to the clean version of the URL.
Best Practices
Use Absolute URLs:
Always use absolute URLs (including the protocol, domain, and path) in your canonical tags to avoid confusion.
Canonical Tag for Homepage:
Include a canonical tag on your homepage to specify the preferred version, especially if you have multiple variations (e.g., with/without ‘www’).
Monitor and Update:
Regularly check your site’s canonical tags for any errors or outdated links, especially after site changes or updates.
Benefits of Using Canonical Tags
Simplified SEO Management:
Focus on Primary Content: Canonical tags help search engines focus on the primary version of your content, simplifying your SEO efforts.
Reduced Server Load:
Efficient Crawling: By directing search engines to the preferred version of pages, you reduce unnecessary crawling, saving server resources.
Enhanced User Experience:
Consistent Content: Users are more likely to land on the correct version of your content, improving their overall experience on your site.
Conclusion
Canonical tags are essential for maintaining the integrity of your website’s SEO. They help manage duplicate content, improve crawl efficiency, consolidate link equity, and ensure a better user experience. By correctly implementing and maintaining canonical tags, you can significantly enhance your site's search engine performance. For more details, check out our SEO services and Digital Marketing company.
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Mastering Canonical Tags: Your Ultimate Guide to SEO Success
Learn how to properly implement and fix canonical tags to improve your website's SEO. Discover best practices, common mistakes, and expert tips to ensure your content is correctly indexed by search engines. Maximize your online visibility today! read our comprehensive guide and start optimizing your website today! https://myseoconsultants.uk/canonical-tag-how-to-fix-canonical-tags/
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nothing personal but this kind of comment rlly exemplifies to me a disconnect between canon and popular fanon jmart characterization because they almost literally had this conversation in canon - except, their lines are swapped!
jon, for all his scared grouchiness, is a secret romantic, while martin, for all his forced optimism, is at his core a pragmatist
#and it's not like it's a throw away line either#its the penultimate episode and leads directly into the 'Where you go I go - that's the deal' convo#and this isnt the first time I've seen people swap them#otherwise i wouldn'tve made a whole post#tma#tma s5#tma finale#jonmartin#tma meta#stole the screenshot from another post because i didnt want to derail what people are mostly reblogging for a cute moment#and y know. it IS cute. that's why it's so weird that people seem to forget how it's nearly literally canon#EDIT: added that tag to the body of the post cause its rlly the conclusion
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"Your boyfriend is evil!" "Your boyfriend is cruel and horrifying!" Well, he's a joy to me. Maybe it's a you problem.
#self ship#self shipping#f/o: hades#f/o tag: soulbound#oc x canon#evil f/o#villain f/o#blorbo posting
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The raven king, chapter ten
"How interesting," they say.
(and they say it a lot)
(i'm not kidding. the entirety of the first two books is just both of them saying how interesting the other is. it's suffocating.)
Another medicated Andrew! And black haired Neil!
The two first books hold such bangers, and clearly not enough people ramble about them. I'm a sucker for the relationship they have afterwards obviously, but even before that they're hilarious. Many underrated scenes that could be worth drawing.
Also I underestimated how Neil dress and presents himself - like: he wears oversized, worn out and faded, preferably light-colored clothes; messy curlyish hair with bangs; sports hoodies; JORTS-
... He's got a banger style actually.
#aftg#all for the game#the raven king#the kings men#neil josten#andrew minyard#andreil#twinyards#brotherly love and internal gay crises#neil keeps his hands in his pockets to feel the phone and keys andrew gave him and thats canon#just a reminder yknow#also did you know neil says the precise sentence 'im fine' exactly nine times in the raven king#like not 'its fine' or whatever just 'im fine'#yes i kept count#MUSE PROPAGANDA (this is an art tag)
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my favorite fields of mistria boys 🥰
#fom#fields of mistria#march#balor#art#fanart#not much to tag tbh#i do like march too but balor still takes the cake for me#i know i said that other one was my last fanart but i wanted to doodle march he looks easy to draw#and then balor happened too i cant help it#i just restarted the game im taking it slower this time#i really wish the dragonguard heist plan didnt fall through#cuz i wouldve loved to have isa just go try and grab balors keys#hehe#anyway march is canonically jacked right#not as much as his brother but he has the arms right#appearently balors eyes are brown but i have no idea what color marchs eyes are supposed to be#they just look black#love that the children are always on about balor being so mysterious#so real let me join the dragonguards#the amazing thing to me about balor is that i just did not give a shit about him in the promo art up until i met him in-game#like i saw him in the promos and was like cool whatever ill probably go for march...until i actually met him
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(x)
#archive of our own#ao3 stuff#ao3 quotes#archive of our own quotes#fanfic#fanfic quotes#funny#ao3#ao3 tags#canon died a brutal but necessary death
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Common Mistakes When Implementing Canonical Tags and How to Avoid Them
Navigating Canonical Tags: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
In the realm of SEO, canonical tags serve as crucial signposts, directing search engines to the 'preferred' version of a page when duplicate or similar content exists. However, their implementation rarely comes without a hiccup. This blog post will delve into some common mistakes when implementing canonical tags and provide tips on how to avoid them.
The Importance of Canonical Tags
Canonical tags play a vital role in preventing 'duplicate content' issues, which can dilute your SEO efforts by confusing search engines about which page to index and rank. They inform search engines that certain similar URLs are actually one and the same, allowing for cleaner indexing and more effective SEO.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
1. Inconsistent Implementation
Sometimes, canonical tags are not consistent across pages. For instance, Page A might have a canonical URL pointing to Page B, but Page B doesn’t reciprocate. How to avoid: Ensure the canonical URL on your 'original' page matches exactly to the URL of the duplicate pages.
2. Using Non-Indexable URLs as Canonicals
Sometimes, the link specified in the canonical tag is blocked in the robots.txt or with a 'noindex' tag. This practice confuses search engines and may cause them to overlook your canonical tags. How to avoid: Always check that the canonical URL specified is accessible and indexable by search engines.
3. Canonicalizing All Pages to the Homepage
Some websites erroneously canonicalize all their pages to their homepage in an attempt to consolidate link equity. This is misleading to search engines and can negatively impact SEO. How to avoid: Establish a relevant canonical link for each page. The canonical page should have the same content or very similar content as the duplicates.
4. Creating a Chain of Canonical Tags
A common misstep is creating a chain of canonical URLs where Page A points to Page B, Page B points to Page C, and so on. This is confusing to search engines which prefer a linear and simple structure. How to avoid: Aim for a 'one-to-one' relationship with your canonicals whenever possible. Each duplicate page should point directly to the original canonicalized page.
5. Ignoring Canonical Tags on Non-Duplicate Pages
Canonical tags are not just for duplicate content. They're also for similar content! Ignoring canonical tag on pages with similar but not identical content can lead to issues with search engines interpreting the pages as duplicates. How to avoid: Use canonical tag on pages with similar content, variations of the same page, or pages with different sorts or filters applied.
Conclusion
Canonical tag are a powerful tool when used correctly but can be detrimental when used improperly. Avoiding these common mistakes and maintaining a clear, consistent structure with your canonical links can ensure cleaner indexing, reduce duplicate content issues, and improve overall site SEO. It's all about clarity and consistency!
#canonical tags#website development#web design#searchengineoptimization#b2bmarketing#brandawareness#keywordresearch#canonical
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you know, I've been thinking about it, and there is actually one single scenario in which I would be okay with not getting a big ol' "Silver Vanrouge" out of Lilia.
(just kidding, I still need some "call me Silver, Mr. Vanrouge is my father" in my life, please don't let me down on this one Twst)
#art#twisted wonderland#twisted wonderland spoilers#twisted wonderland episode 7 spoilers#twisted wonderland book 7 spoilers#(gonna do the general episode 7 tags just in case but...weirdly i don't think this is specifically spoilery for once?)#why not though. why not both of 'em.#why not all of 'em. sebek can hyphenate.#lilia gazing wistfully up at the sky: it's what meleanor would have wanted#ghost meleanor with a bucket of popcorn watching the senate absolutely implode in impotent rage: hell yeah#i'm currently about 80/20 on whether or not i think we'll actually get silver vanrouge in canon#but man do i ever want it#if we all hold hands and believe very hard maybe we can manifest this by the time we finally get back to diasomnia#WE CAN DO IT 🤝🤝🤝
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