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[nameless]

It appears that there are people joining who have no clue about how to form a readable post.
No clue about the various 'functions' (quote, crappy URL, etc...) or how to use them. Thus, their posts are a garble, difficult to decypher or know if they are even talking to you.

Perhaps a requirted tutorial before being allowed to post? Teach the proper usage of the 'quote' functions, how to use the crappy 'URL' function, etc...

I think that it would improve the overall quality of the forum, appearances and discussions.

Just a suggestion...
peace

[Eckhart Aurelius Hughes]

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll keep it in mind. But a required tutorial wouldn't be easy to make. What if I just write a post that explains common formatting with examples. But there is already a link to a tutorial on BBCode available anytime someone posts.

If users use the preview feature and proof-read their posts before posting them, as required by the forum rules, then I do not see how they would still have those obvious formatting errors.

The only effective way I can see to ensure this happens is for the moderators and I to strictly delete any questionable posts or posts that have clearly not been proof read. Users won't waste time making posts that will be deleted, and will either follow the rules or stop posting, thus only leaving posts that follow the rules.

I will crack down and spend a lot more on moderating and helping new users soon, like later this week. I apologize for the delay.

[whitetrshsoldier]

We're all members, and we can all help.

If people seem to be having problems, I'm sure we can include a sentence or two on how to correctly utilize the functions, or at least reference Scott's articles on correct usage.

A pretty easy solution, I think, that wouldn't require a whole lot of effort.

[Eckhart Aurelius Hughes]

We're all members, and we can all help.

If people seem to be having problems, I'm sure we can include a sentence or two on how to correctly utilize the functions, or at least reference Scott's articles on correct usage.

A pretty easy solution, I think, that wouldn't require a whole lot of effort.

Yes, I would also like if you could use the report function to report these posts. It makes it very easy to see the post and keep a record of moderation made.

[whitetrshsoldier]

Haven't seen my post in the New Report Button post yet, have you Scott?

The propaganda is hillarious! No offense intended, of course. Congrats on your son, by the way!