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if you start a thread and generate a positive discussion, and people take the time to write a response , at least take the time to hit a positive icon at the bottom of each post and show acknowledge for the effort. it's the considerate thing to do. I know I do.
thank you , please pull forward
 
Positive comments make all of us feel good so I will check the agree box on post #1 one here. Of course, not a bad suggestion, but then (on the other hand) it could become meaningless after a while (like all kids getting a star in school, regardless of performance). Just a thought.

After reading so much good stuff here, it's becomes harder and harder for me to decide when and how to rate posts. Maybe I just don't have that teacher potential where some people are better than others when it comes to evaluating subjective matters. I know I could post a "like, thanks, agree" all at once when a pretty girl is posted (would not have to think twice in a case like that)!

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It's not a grade. Don't worry about that.
The way I understand Bulldozer's request is that if the response was positive and helpful, close the circle. Type a post or click like, thanks or agree - whichever is appropriate.
Otherwise the people helping don't know if they've been talking to the wind.
Also, its just courteous.
Someone helps, you say thanks.
 
Your right. I kind of use it as a litmus test i suppose. It sort of shows that the (my) thought process to print isn't all out of wack and my words aren't being totally misunderstood. I don't shop for likes nor post for likes. But it is a check/snapshot. I will consider your request and try to make a concerted effort. Thank you.
 
Two neutrons walk into a bar... One of them bumps the door on the way in...

He turns to his friend and says, "I think I lost an electron..."

His friend asks, "Are you sure???"

The first one replies, "I'm positive...."
 
Then there's the part where people answer or reply to a post without an indication of any kind to the OP.
If people are not going to use the "Quote" function so the OP gets a notice about it, at least hitting one of the four choices gives a notice so we can go back and see what has been answered or added.
I can't count how many times I have eventually gone back to a post weeks later to find someone asked a question or added information that there was zero notice of.
 
krazykuda said:
Two neutrons walk into a bar...
The first one replies, "I'm positive...."
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TrailBeast said:
Then there's the part where people answer or reply to a post without an indication of any kind to the OP.
If people are not going to use the "Quote" function so the OP gets a notice about it, at least hitting one of the four choices gives a notice so we can go back and see what has been answered or added.
I can't count how many times I have eventually gone back to a post weeks later to find someone asked a question or added information that there was zero notice of.
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Good point, especially when the thread has gone off in some other direction(s). Heck sometimes I quote myself so others can follow what my new post connects to.
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i agree. but considering how many "help me" threads get started, garner 3 pages of suggestions with the OP never returning to the thread, i wouldn't hold out much hope :(
 
My frustration is posting info/pics/specs....whatever to SOMEONE ELSE'S thread and they cant even hit a button. As said, proper manners. Sometimes to post info/pic, whatever takes some effort to HELP YOU! Sooo chew with your mouth closed and say THANKS.
 
only time i hit "thanks" is if it was a useful post, that did not require me to reply to it

or, when im on my phone, and i want to hit agree, but dont know which one is which
 
kursplat said:
i agree. but considering how many "help me" threads get started, garner 3 pages of suggestions with the OP never returning to the thread, i wouldn't hold out much hope :(
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Funny you bring that up. I just got an alert to a thread where the OP said he was dropping out, and he did.
But someone just posted a mile long answer/sales pitch. Hope he doesn't get mad when the OP doesn't respond.
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But I did.
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4spdragtop said:
My frustration is posting info/pics/specs....whatever to SOMEONE ELSE'S thread and they cant even hit a button. As said, proper manners. Sometimes to post info/pic, whatever takes some effort to HELP YOU! Sooo chew with your mouth closed and say THANKS.
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No good deed goes unpunished......
 
TrailBeast said:
Then there's the part where people answer or reply to a post without an indication of any kind to the OP.
If people are not going to use the "Quote" function so the OP gets a notice about it, at least hitting one of the four choices gives a notice so we can go back and see what has been answered or added.
I can't count how many times I have eventually gone back to a post weeks later to find someone asked a question or added information that there was zero notice of.
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I gotta tell you TB I REALLY dislike the quote function with this "improved" software. I can't figure out how to make a multi quote come out the way I want, and I really dislike the way a quote is "ghosted" into a post.
 
I clicked disagree on Bulldozers original post, just cause I'm a smartass.



Really I always try to "like" or "agree" with positive posts, and I always thank those who give me help or advice.
 
Bulldozer said:
all good points, it's just nice to know that your response was read and that it wasn't a complete waste of time lol
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I agree.....even a "screw you" at least lets you know it got read. LOL
 
Here's a push your way on little red.

See the disagree made you look.

Thats the one that kills me. Folks give a disagree and no reason for it.
I would like to know why you disagree.
 
MileHighDart said:
I clicked disagree on Bulldozers original post, just cause I'm a smartass.



Really I always try to "like" or "agree" with positive posts, and I always thank those who give me help or advice.
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ahh yes, the negative Nancy surfaces, there's one in every crowd. but hey, at least you took the time to explain the big red X ! LOL j/k
everyone likes to feel appreciated , and that their time and effort to help someone here counts for something !
 
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Cope said:
Here's a push your way on little red.

See the disagree made you look.

Thats the one that kills me. Folks give a disagree and no reason for it.
I would like to know why you disagree.
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I RARELY mash the disagree button. I got balls enough to tell um I disagree and why.
 
MileHighDart said:
I clicked disagree on Bulldozers original post, just cause I'm a smartass.



Really I always try to "like" or "agree" with positive posts, and I always thank those who give me help or advice.
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Yeah, I suffer from that sickness as well. lol
 
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