Just cause for reporting of bad post
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Just cause for reporting of bad post
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?
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?
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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.
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.
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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.
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Originally Posted by jedcred
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?
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?
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"?
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
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"?
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"?
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Originally Posted by ricky.agrawal
Can you be more specific. Everyone should have that red triangle as that's the way to report that specific post.
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
Please elaborate on this topic - what constitutes a "bad post". ?
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Originally Posted by ricky.agrawal
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.
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
I would appreciate someone explaining the white/red triangle with "!" in the center.Why does appear in some members areas and not in others?
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Originally Posted by amdeutsch
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.
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
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 ?
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Originally Posted by amdeutsch
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.
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
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.
