I was enjoying my frequent browsing of this forum when I came across a charming, yet slightly disheartening post. It was full of insulting remarks, defensive behavior (I know X because I do Y, so don't think of questioning me), and a sarcastic attitude in general. Since this was bothering me, I decided to promptly ignore the user. However, I'd like to report this post to the moderators, but I'm not sure if it really warrants that. It bothers me that this person has little respect for others and abuses them and I'd like to see him warned in some way, at least.

What warrants a "bad post" report? I don't want to bother the mods with my innane prattle, but if it helps make these forums better, I wouldn't mind making one now and then. I couldn't find an answer in the FAQs section: perhaps something could be put up in that regard?

 

Your opinion is all that matters. We look at all reported posts. HTH

 

There is no such thing as innane prattle, especially with the report posts button.

Use it often, and use it wisely. Don't create extra work for the mods, but let them know of anything that happens. I know I use it quite a lot.

 

We appreciate help in identifying (potential) TOU violations. With nearly 28,000 members, the mods don't have time to read every post. Of course, your idea of what constitutes a TOU violation may not be the same as the mod crew, but we would never know until you express your opinion by reporting a post.

 

I would appreciate someone explaining the white/red triangle with "!" in the center.Why does appear in some members areas and not in others? Does it signify that member has reported a bad post or does it mean that the member has had his hand slapped for posting a bad post?If you don't have the triangle how are you supposed to report a "bad post"?

 

Can you be more specific. Everyone should have that red triangle as that's the way to report that specific post.

 

Please elaborate on this topic - what constitutes a "bad post". ?

 

Well, whatever you think. Err on the liberal side and report whatever you think is bad and shouldn't be on the forum. It'll go through our moderator staff and review it.

Better be safe than sorry

 

Any chance this topic can be reviewed and inserted in FAQ?

 

Is there a chance that you could provide us with an example, a screen shot, of this. AFAIK Ricky is correct with his "ought to be there" statement. Thanks.

 

Here is the example: look at this post - bottom left of my block - no triangle - bottom left of yours - red & white triangle with "!" in the center of it - what gives ?

 

Let me get this straight! You want to be able to report your own posts to the moderators? You know, an email or PM would do in this case.

(j/k)

 

Good idea, I need to get working on some new things on the FAQ anyways. Thanks for the heads up!

 

Did I say that , man you must have taken alot of trips on the small bus to the zoo.I asked , again , I will type s-l-o-w so as not to confuse you.Why , and I repeat why , does the triangle appear in some peoples boxes and not in others?You asked for and example and I provided one for you and you respond with an answer that has nothing to do with anything.

 

Why how did you know? I always was facinated, even at an early age, by Darwin's theory of evolution and therefore tried to gain a better undertsanding of humanities ancestors; some of which still seem to be alive and semi functioning today.

Since you profess by implication to be of above average intellect I invite to reread my humorous post once again.

The example you have provided has nothing to do with your overall statement. O-n-c-e---a-g-a-i-n,---r-e-a-l---s-l-o-w-l-y---t-h-i-s---t-i-m-e---s-o---t-h-a-t---e-v-e-n---y-o-u---c-a-n---u-n-d-e-r-s-t-a-n-d. You will not see the triangle in your own post. Now if you have seen others please provide an example/screenshot.

 

also while logged in to mbworld and not just browsing the forum as a guest