Help:Userboxes

According to Wikipedia, where userboxes were first invented, a userbox is a small coloured box which allows users to add small messages on their user page. It is an extension of the babel boxes used for users' language abilities.

Userboxes are used to show other Wikians what your interests and are skills. As with Wikipedia, userboxes that are designed to provoke, offend, or reflect a POV rather than show expertise are generally discouraged.