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- A lot of the members of this forum are here because they like being helpful and because they are interested in all that it entails. None of these helpful members are obliged to answer any questions. So, the best way to approach members is with respect for them and the time they devote to answering your question or solving your problem.
- A thank-you or follow-up message for any help given is usually all the wonderful helpful members need to feel that they are appreciated, so please don't be skimpy with the praise when someone has helped you.
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- When composing the subject of your post, please make it as descriptive, yet short, as possible. Avoid subject headings like "NEED HELP!", “My 200th Post” and under no circumstances use ALL CAPS. Exclamation marks are rarely needed in subject headings. A good subject heading will make it more likely that members will read your post.
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- No bloody spamming! Nobody cares if you're bored, restless, have cramps or whatnot.
- Smiley Overload
Don't do it. Excess smilies will be deleted. Nobody needs to see 10 odd smilies in a row - especially if they cause the page to scroll horizontally.
There is method to this madness. Apart from being really irritating, sometimes excess smilies can freeze a thread, a board, or in exceptional circumstances, an entire forum.
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