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Post by Winterland on Oct 14, 2014 22:30:32 GMT -6
 We have only a few hard rules so far. No political or religion threads. Not that we don't like those topics but we just decided those discussions can cause unneeded dissension. Only one user registration is permitted per person. The following was borrowed from the Tapatalk forum. We will get something of our own but thought this would help people new to forums and a reminder for those not so new. Be Nice! Online discussion forums are usually interesting and engaging because of the people who make up the membership base. However for anyone completely new to the scene, online communities can sometimes seem like a daunting mix of acronyms and inside jokes. With this post we hope to be able to give anyone new to forums or may be not as tech-inclined the basics on how get started off on the right foot. So if you've always wanted to take your hobbies and passions to the next level by joining an online forum but were always afraid of the pitfalls, here are some quick and easy tips: It’s OK to lurk, in fact use this time after making a screen name to look around and familiarize yourself with all the areas a forum offers. Find and read the forum’s posted rules, sometimes they are presented during registration, other times they may be posted in a sticky. If you have a burning question it’s OK to start off by posting it, but also look for an area for “introductions” if there is one available, introduce yourself and usually you will be met with welcomes. You may find that your questions may be met with more answers and engagement after introducing yourself as well. Remember the point above about familiarizing yourself with the forums various areas? They’re split up that way for a reason, make sure you are posting your topics and questions in the appropriate areas. Don’t sweat the inside jokes and shorthand that other members may have with each other, that kind of camaraderie comes naturally as you engage the community more over time. A forum isn't a YouTube comments section, if you intend to be a member of the community it’s probably best to not attack anyone needlessly. Diplomatic, intelligent responses usually prevail. Help other newbies! Even if you joined a few weeks ago you probably have more experience than someone that joined yesterday. If you see a newbie not being helped with some basic stuff, and you know the answer, helping them out is a good way to promote a healthier forum. |
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Post by Winterland on Dec 20, 2014 0:41:41 GMT -6
We will have some official rules put up soon as we feel it is needed so members know what is and what isn't acceptable etiquette, our warning system etc.
For now the mods will give warnings to a member not adhering to forum etiquette.
Up to 3 warnings will be given based on severity of warning and then a 10 day timeout will be given.
Members account will be disabled.
If there is another warning there will be a 30 day timeout.
Any other warning and member will be banned as long as the staff deems necessary.
The last thing the forum wants to do is ban members but there has to be some rule of order.
The forum will not be able to be the kind of place we want it to be without it.
We want everyone to be able to "enjoy" the forum.
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Post by Winterland on Feb 4, 2015 16:32:57 GMT -6
When "Quoting" posts with "many" pictures in the post please try to delete the pictures links so we don't have to scroll through the same pictures as we read the thread which also slows down the loading of the page. To do this just delete all the picture links but keep the quote coding before and after as below. You can Preview to see if you messed up anything before posting. Once you figure it out it is easy. Keep this[ quote author=" Dirty_Denim" source="/post/20382/thread" timestamp="1423079213"]My Japanese Dova Workshirt has been getting daily wear. I am getting down and dirty in this bad boy which I absolutely love. This denim fades exceptionally fast and is super rigid and stiff. Delete this[ img alt="" src="https://scontent-b-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/1782061_10205883675476526_654798149766212754_n.jpg?oh=82e6bd114c2c8d64047a8c67733aacf1&oe=556963F6" style="max-width:100%;" ] Keep this [ /quote] We might do some clean up and delete the extra pictures in some posts when deemed appropriate. I was mostly talking about when many members are responding to a new post all at the same time. There could be 10 posts in a row with all the same pictures. A lot to scroll through. When someone is quoting an old post it could be a good idea to leave in the pictures as otherwise many might not have see them. Especially when a forum user is using the Recent Posts link exclusively. I know it can be hard to delete the pictures links when quoting using a phone. We will clean up threads as needed. Just do the best you can. Thanks your Mods |
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Post by Old26 on Feb 4, 2015 16:39:45 GMT -6
When "Quoting" posts with many pictures in the post please try to delete the pictures links so we don't have to scroll through the same pictures as we read the thread which also slows down the loading also.
That. Thank you for posting it. I would have but then I'd just be "Mr fun killer" again... |
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Post by Winterland on Feb 4, 2015 16:48:23 GMT -6
When "Quoting" posts with many pictures in the post please try to delete the pictures links so we don't have to scroll through the same pictures as we read the thread which also slows down the loading also.
That. Thank you for posting it. I would have but then I'd just be "Mr fun killer" again... Well that is your nickname right? Fun Killer  |
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