Forum Admin Greg Posted October 13, 2022 Forum Admin Report Posted October 13, 2022 Over the years I resisted the down-vote functionality, because I thought it would sow discontent. However, since the reputation level feature was introduced, EVERYONE has a positive reputation - when we all know that isn't always the case... So I've activated the downvote functionality, and I'm thinking I might reset everyone's reputation, so that everything is on a level playing field. Feel free to post your comments below in this thread. Thanks! Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
Michael Hardner Posted October 13, 2022 Report Posted October 13, 2022 I'm ready for the tolls to start shitting on my posts, if that's what you're asking. I don't think this change will make a better forum but I also don't think it will have a negative impact. Let's see. 1 Quote Click to learn why Climate Change is caused by HUMANS Michael Hardner
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 13, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 13, 2022 1 hour ago, Michael Hardner said: Let's see. Agreed, lets see what happens. It might help quality postings rise up, while low quality posts/threads will drop off. I can actually configure the display so that high quality (i.e. higher rated) threads are "featured". However, I've never been a huge fan of gamification, as it can end up being gamed and becomes the exact opposite of what you want. So we'll see... Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
dialamah Posted October 13, 2022 Report Posted October 13, 2022 I like the downvote idea, but also think Michael has a good point - posts downvoted based on the poster's ideology rather than content. Thanks for being willing to check it out though. 2 Quote
DogOnPorch Posted October 13, 2022 Report Posted October 13, 2022 I refuse to down-vote. 2 1 Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Michael Hardner Posted October 13, 2022 Report Posted October 13, 2022 47 minutes ago, DogOnPorch said: I refuse to down-vote. I am not sure how I feel. I think for now I won't use it but maybe I will be wrong and it will turn out as a good arbiter of quality posts or not. I definitely LIKE and THANKS posts whose posters I disagree with ... Quote Click to learn why Climate Change is caused by HUMANS Michael Hardner
TreeBeard Posted October 14, 2022 Report Posted October 14, 2022 I don’t like needing to click on the number to find out how people reacted to the post. Quote
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 17, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/13/2022 at 9:19 PM, TreeBeard said: I don’t like needing to click on the number to find out how people reacted to the post. That was a change on my part... This is only a test, but reactions where not being used all that often, and I want to see if changing the way this feature works, that it might spur more reactions to be used. If it doesn't work, I can return it to the original layout. Just trying new things, and see what sticks. Thanks for the feedback! Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 17, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/13/2022 at 2:51 PM, DogOnPorch said: I refuse to down-vote. Why? Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 17, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/13/2022 at 2:45 PM, dialamah said: posts downvoted based on the poster's ideology rather than content That is entirely possible. But it can go the other way too, posts upvoted for the ideological content too. So it might just be a wash... Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
DogOnPorch Posted October 17, 2022 Report Posted October 17, 2022 4 minutes ago, Greg said: Why? People are allowed to believe what they believe. Others can down vote all they like. Says much about their character, I think. 1 Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 17, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 17, 2022 On 10/13/2022 at 9:19 PM, TreeBeard said: I don’t like needing to click on the number to find out how people reacted to the post. Another thing just popped into my head... The biggest question is: should I make the reactions anonymous... because as it stands now, you can see who "reacts". It's unlikely members are going to be honest, if they have to be public about their reaction. Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 17, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 17, 2022 1 minute ago, DogOnPorch said: Says much about their character, I think. But what does it actually say? Expressing displeasure doesn't necessarily need to be divisive. Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
DogOnPorch Posted October 17, 2022 Report Posted October 17, 2022 2 minutes ago, Greg said: But what does it actually say? Expressing displeasure doesn't necessarily need to be divisive. Oh yeah? Well, you are also allowed your opinion...and it's your house. So others can do it until they're blue. I refuse. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Forum Admin Greg Posted October 17, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted October 17, 2022 16 minutes ago, DogOnPorch said: Oh yeah? Well, you are also allowed your opinion...and it's your house. So others can do it until they're blue. I refuse. It was a genuine question, I wasn't trying to make a point. Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
DogOnPorch Posted October 17, 2022 Report Posted October 17, 2022 I think you've just made your point. If you don't want me around, just say so. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Nationalist Posted October 27, 2022 Report Posted October 27, 2022 I'm not a fan of downvoting. I try not to use it, unless in retaliation. Its gonna cause more friction IMO. I also think its childish. Quote Its so lonely in m'saddle since m'horse died.
ExFlyer Posted November 4, 2022 Report Posted November 4, 2022 (edited) On 10/13/2022 at 11:39 AM, Michael Hardner said: I'm ready for the tolls to start shitting on my posts, if that's what you're asking. I don't think this change will make a better forum but I also don't think it will have a negative impact. Let's see. Yeah, I had dougie93 dump 54 downvotes on me in a couple hours last saturday cause he was pissed I outed him and he had no real comeback. He searched in all forums and went to town. Edited November 4, 2022 by ExFlyer Quote Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts.
Michael Hardner Posted November 4, 2022 Report Posted November 4, 2022 8 minutes ago, ExFlyer said: Yeah, I had dougie93 dump 54 downvotes on me in a couple hours last saturday cause he was pissed I outed him and he had no real comeback. He searched in all forums and went to town. Ok, well some posters just LOVE downvoting I guess... 1 Quote Click to learn why Climate Change is caused by HUMANS Michael Hardner
Forum Admin Greg Posted November 4, 2022 Author Forum Admin Report Posted November 4, 2022 Hmm, there should be a limit on the amount of downvotes a single poster can make. I'll look into this issue. Quote Have any issues, problems using the forum? Post a message in the Support and Questions section of the forums.
ExFlyer Posted February 24, 2023 Report Posted February 24, 2023 On 11/4/2022 at 3:02 PM, Greg said: Hmm, there should be a limit on the amount of downvotes a single poster can make. I'll look into this issue. As I mentioned earlier, a poster down voted me 54 times in a span of a few minutes. Down voting posts more than 2 or more years old. Pure vengance I have since had a poster go on another vengeance hissy fit rage. I have reported both but nothing was done. Quote Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts.
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