reefnjunkie Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 If there is a thread I missed maybe someone could post a link but I had a question/comment regarding the newer format and wasn't sure where the correct spot to post so "splat" here it is. First question -as the OP are we no longer able to close (and open if closed by ourselves) threads? Second question- shouldn't the members forum " http://www.pnwmas.org/forum/69-pnwmas-members-forum/"be accessible to just paid members? I'm not a paid member yet I was able to browse that section-(I was looking for a thread on new site questions) TIA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matty Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Nope, you can't open, close, or edit anymore. I wish there was a way to make these things a perk of paid membership. Oh and yes I know you can edit for a very short time but it would be nice to be able to edit any time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted February 6, 2015 Author Share Posted February 6, 2015 Nope, you can't open, close, or edit anymore. I wish there was a way to make these things a perk of paid membership. Oh and yes I know you can edit for a very short time but it would be nice to be able to edit any time. Thanks for the reply- for me it wouldn't be a perk, it seems more of a help to whoever mods so they get less "Mods please close" but hey maybe they like the extra interaction The viewing of the forum members area needs to be fixed, I would think the paid members area should be a perk for those of you who are paid members (hehehe) and not us trolls Ah snap did I just lump all the non paid members into a troll sub-group- Maybe I can run for president of said troll faction (J/K) Thanks again Matt (oh and my plans changed I won't need the tank for a sump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 I will work on the permissions this weekend. I didn't know it was broken. Thanks. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted February 6, 2015 Author Share Posted February 6, 2015 No worries, always glad to help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv951 Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Not being able to edit posts is a bit of a pain as I see it. Especially true in classified threads, where you either need to adjust price or mark an item as sold. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted February 8, 2015 Author Share Posted February 8, 2015 I will work on the permissions this weekend. I didn't know it was broken. Thanks. Looks like you got that permission thing ironed out LOL good work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Good to see you posting again Brad!???? And you are already the king of the trolls no election needed!???? Jay is there any way that the edit function can be added back? It would be an awesome perk for paid members especially those who use the classifieds a lot. It's what got me to pay for a membership at reef2 reef. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 That is going to be a question for Kevin and the Board. It is, of course, possible. Jay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandinga Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Editing posts is something that needs to happen...IMO. Not sure why the BOD took our right to edit away. Obviously in classified section, people don't want to read an entire thread to figure out what's sold or still available... But also for tank threads...the op NEEDS to change! If the op reflects the current nature of the tank(filter, inhabitants, methods, etc) then it will increase the readability and interest level. Again, people don't need to read through 27 pages to see what the tank currently looks like. I proposed this to the president many moons ago, to which no reason or response was given...I don't think it's his decision or call...likely someone's decision who had an axe to grind over someone editing an old post, throwing arguments off base. I'm glad more people see the value in this edit function....people aren't always trying to edit to wipe off something bad they said! Then again, that's another great reason to leave the edit button. If someone types some bad information, due to ignorance, do we really want future visitors reading poor advice that could easily be changed? I could truly give you an academic essay or even a David Letterman top ten list as to why the edit button should live longer than ten minutes! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 That is going to be a question for Kevin and the Board. It is, of course, possible. Jay Well BOD what do you say? Are we returning the edit button. I agree with Mandinga's thoughts with this as well. In the past on the board we had discussed removing the edit function years ago because a particular member was editing inflammatory threads and then denying the posts. However we found out that it caused more problems than it was worth particularly in the classifieds. I would even be of support of leaving it for paying members but to the group as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JManrow Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I am all for everyone to have the ability to edit to edit. It is frustrating when you post typos or wrong info, then have to make more postings explaining it. It makes for a very sloppy looking forum. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JManrow Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I have addressed this matter in the Officer/Board Forum, and also posted this link. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted February 12, 2015 Author Share Posted February 12, 2015 Back to my question, the ability to close a thread Let's stay on topic Insert sarcasm - but really how about the close thread option-whats the point of not being able to when I report a thread to be closed and 6 days later it's still open. Doesn't the reported post show in the MOD/BOD section, it did when I was a mod- and if I was still a mod, I would have closed it by now Hahaha Peace, flowers, and sunshine to all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanareef Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Peace, flowers, and sunshine to all Hippy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matty Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I agree with all of what has been suggested, being able to close and edit. I Think it would be fun if everyone except Brad could edit his posts, that could be the member perk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JManrow Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 From what I understand, currently everyone can edit any post they make for a period of 10 minutes after the post is made. So if you make a typo, have a second thought, etc., there is an option to fix it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 I agree with all of what has been suggested, being able to close and edit. I Think it would be fun if everyone except Brad could edit his posts, that could be the member perk! From what I understand, currently everyone can edit any post they make for a period of 10 minutes after the post is made. So if you make a typo, have a second thought, etc., there is an option to fix it. I am also in support of everyone having the edit ability except for Brad! . So any word on the final decision? The 10 minute ability is great for a typo but what about for those in the classifieds who want to edit their post later to update items that are sold or to close a thread? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 Anyone? Anyone? Bueller? Anyone? So is the edit button coming back? Is it going to be a perk for only paying members? Inquiring minds want to know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnwreefer Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I can see how editing could make an entire conversation change but it seems that there must be code that could be placed into the threads that would at least let you write under the original wording in the thread without having to make a string outside your post. It would basically be a string within a string (with posts you made only) and you could write Edit: that would allow for editing within the original post but keep people from changing how a conversation looks to the public. That would be the best of both worlds and would have total transparency. Why you can't close a thread you open is beyond me at least in the classified section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I can see how editing could make an entire conversation change but it seems that there must be code that could be placed into the threads that would at least let you write under the original wording in the thread without having to make a string outside your post. It would basically be a string within a string (with posts you made only) and you could write Edit: that would allow for editing within the original post but keep people from changing how a conversation looks to the public. That would be the best of both worlds and would have total transparency. Why you can't close a thread you open is beyond me at least in the classified section. This conversation has come up and people have posted something inflammatory and then edited it out. There are ways to retrieve that information on the IT side. The other thing that can be done is just quote the person and then they can't edit it if you really want them to be accountable. However, like someone else said before, in some ways I think it is nice if people just can be adults and moderate themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnwreefer Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I agree with the adult part all the way. In one of the posts someone brought the thread thing up. I just was giving a suggestion that addressed both issues. That's all I was saying either way editing would be good for people so I don't have to sift through 27 threads to see what's available. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 It was a good suggestion. Hopefully someone from the BOD or officers will chime in soon. I agree the classifieds are much more confusing now to figure out what's still available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icepikbiker Posted February 21, 2015 Share Posted February 21, 2015 Editing would be nice in the classifieds but shouldn't be nessessary anywhere else. Just respect others and proof read before you post, or maybe look like an idiot. Lol. I am guilty of not proof reading also. Lol. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Editing would be nice in the classifieds but shouldn't be nessessary anywhere else. Just respect others and proof read before you post, or maybe look like an idiot. Lol. I am guilty of not proof reading also. Lol. I think it would be nice to have this ability in all sections but I agree the main issue is how cluttered and confusing the classifieds are now. Anyone out there from the BOD or officers who want to chime in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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