Post by Administrator on May 14, 2008 12:21:25 GMT 8
I've seen many newbies and veterans alike come and go on their first day, because they didn't follow the rules or they did something stupid. This thread is an informational piece for newbies of all kinds to learn proper forum etiquette and tips for surviving among the regular posters.
Step 1 - Forum Rules
Most newbies and veterans end up being banned from this forum for lack of reading the rules. All newbies and vets should know the rules before they post.
Step 2 - Your first post
A newbies first post is what determines how everyone views them-Are they really a newbie or do they have a great knowledge of information? Are they stubborn or willing to learn? For your first post, you should avoid:
a.) Making an introduction of yourself
b.) Asking about "X" gun and if it is good or not
c.) Making an opinionated question
d.) Asking about age limits for teams in airsoft with teams listed that are looking for players:
e.) Filling the forum with useless information
f.) Making an add unless it is in the Retail Stores Forum for an airsoft retailer
g.) Spamming or thread hijacking-going off-topic
h.) Selling something illegal
i.) posting unnecessary comments
j.) Asking questions on other threads that are not related to the topic
k.) Stop posting like your texting on your cellphone, use complete words, you are not a baby/kid who doesn't know how to write/type.
l.) Stay on topic
m.) Learn to search the threads
m.) READ FIRST BEFORE POSTING
All listed above are ways that most newbies/veterans have gotten themselves banned, and I highly suggest that newbies and veterans reading this not to do any of the above. Try making a post that adds to the topic and has useful information.
Step 3 - Wording/Language/Being Polite
When most people think of a newbie, they think of "l337," and most of the time they are right. There are too many newbies that come on the boards using "l337," and most of the time they end up being flamed by older members. We are at a better standard than "l337" talk, and about half of the crowd on this site is the over 18 crowd who frown upon such types of talk.
Always try and make complete sentences and use correct spelling. It will make you seem more intelligent than the average newbie.
Newbies and veterans should also avoid cussing or making offensive jokes or comments. All are a good way to get yourself banned.
Always be polite on forums, especially if you are asking a question. Being polite will help you in the long run because other members will actually take the time to answer your questions. Never be impatient.
Step 4 - Searching
The number one thing that newbies are flamed about is not searching before they post. 99% of the time, the information a newbie is looking for can be found by searching. There is a red and yellow flashing button at the top of the page that says "SEARCH." A picture can be found here:
It is always good to consult that button before you post.
Google and other search engines can also be useful in finding information you need.
Step 5 - Moderators
Like all forums, this forum has moderators, and they are much more powerful than you. They have the power to lock, delete, and move threads. They are also there to stop flame wars and other problems.
It seems that some newbies and veterans do not understand what a moderator is or what they do, so they argue with them when they lock a thread, or tell everyone to to settle down, or get back on topic. This only complicates the problem and when an administrator steps in to deal with it and the newbie/veterans argues with them..well we don't want to go there.
Bottom line. NEVER ARGUE WITH MODERATORS OR ADMINISTRATORS.
Step 6 - Dealing with senior and veteran members
There are many senior and veteran members on this site who have been here since the site began, and most of them have a vast knowledge of airsoft. Like things that I mentioned in Step 5, newbies argue with senior/veteran members of the site too. It is best to take in as much information as you can from them because they are almost always right. If you argue with them, you will most likely find yourself in a hole, as they are much more powerful than you, and can get plenty of members to support their side of the argument.
Good luck to all of you newbies and veterans out there in your quest to move up the ladder of seniority from newbie status .
*This is just an informational piece that is to serve as a basic guide for newbie etiquette on the forums, and can be modified, chopped, deleted, or stickied without my consent.
This information may not be 100% accurate, and I do not take the blame for the banned of any newbies.
From
FAS thread by sir LAGALAG888 from Ohio Airsoft Com
Step 1 - Forum Rules
Most newbies and veterans end up being banned from this forum for lack of reading the rules. All newbies and vets should know the rules before they post.
Step 2 - Your first post
A newbies first post is what determines how everyone views them-Are they really a newbie or do they have a great knowledge of information? Are they stubborn or willing to learn? For your first post, you should avoid:
a.) Making an introduction of yourself
b.) Asking about "X" gun and if it is good or not
c.) Making an opinionated question
d.) Asking about age limits for teams in airsoft with teams listed that are looking for players:
e.) Filling the forum with useless information
f.) Making an add unless it is in the Retail Stores Forum for an airsoft retailer
g.) Spamming or thread hijacking-going off-topic
h.) Selling something illegal
i.) posting unnecessary comments
j.) Asking questions on other threads that are not related to the topic
k.) Stop posting like your texting on your cellphone, use complete words, you are not a baby/kid who doesn't know how to write/type.
l.) Stay on topic
m.) Learn to search the threads
m.) READ FIRST BEFORE POSTING
All listed above are ways that most newbies/veterans have gotten themselves banned, and I highly suggest that newbies and veterans reading this not to do any of the above. Try making a post that adds to the topic and has useful information.
Step 3 - Wording/Language/Being Polite
When most people think of a newbie, they think of "l337," and most of the time they are right. There are too many newbies that come on the boards using "l337," and most of the time they end up being flamed by older members. We are at a better standard than "l337" talk, and about half of the crowd on this site is the over 18 crowd who frown upon such types of talk.
Always try and make complete sentences and use correct spelling. It will make you seem more intelligent than the average newbie.
Newbies and veterans should also avoid cussing or making offensive jokes or comments. All are a good way to get yourself banned.
Always be polite on forums, especially if you are asking a question. Being polite will help you in the long run because other members will actually take the time to answer your questions. Never be impatient.
Step 4 - Searching
The number one thing that newbies are flamed about is not searching before they post. 99% of the time, the information a newbie is looking for can be found by searching. There is a red and yellow flashing button at the top of the page that says "SEARCH." A picture can be found here:
It is always good to consult that button before you post.
Google and other search engines can also be useful in finding information you need.
Step 5 - Moderators
Like all forums, this forum has moderators, and they are much more powerful than you. They have the power to lock, delete, and move threads. They are also there to stop flame wars and other problems.
It seems that some newbies and veterans do not understand what a moderator is or what they do, so they argue with them when they lock a thread, or tell everyone to to settle down, or get back on topic. This only complicates the problem and when an administrator steps in to deal with it and the newbie/veterans argues with them..well we don't want to go there.
Bottom line. NEVER ARGUE WITH MODERATORS OR ADMINISTRATORS.
Step 6 - Dealing with senior and veteran members
There are many senior and veteran members on this site who have been here since the site began, and most of them have a vast knowledge of airsoft. Like things that I mentioned in Step 5, newbies argue with senior/veteran members of the site too. It is best to take in as much information as you can from them because they are almost always right. If you argue with them, you will most likely find yourself in a hole, as they are much more powerful than you, and can get plenty of members to support their side of the argument.
Good luck to all of you newbies and veterans out there in your quest to move up the ladder of seniority from newbie status .
*This is just an informational piece that is to serve as a basic guide for newbie etiquette on the forums, and can be modified, chopped, deleted, or stickied without my consent.
This information may not be 100% accurate, and I do not take the blame for the banned of any newbies.
From
FAS thread by sir LAGALAG888 from Ohio Airsoft Com
