Why not have a 'how to use the forum, ya DUMBASS!' section?

Piggybacking on Higgy's (yeah a nausiating mental image) suggestion of people posting piddly little images, why doesn't the forum have a new section created to help newcomers use the forum.

There have been several issues where we keep going round in circles, such as;

'How much is this worth?'
'Here take a look at this piddly little image!'
'I know you've probably covered this a million times, but I couldn't be arsed searching, so.....'
'I've got this for sale on ebay, do I use the 'for sale on ebay' thread?'
'I've only joined to sell something'

Would it be an idea to have these, and other topics, covered by a section of stickies so that people can read up on how to post images, place adverts, search for information etc. and avoid us all rolling our eyes and explaining again and again about how much stuff is worth etc.

It'd save a lot of wasted time, typing and people getting pissed off.

Thoughts?

MG
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  • Ens007Ens007 EnglandPosts: 863MI6 Agent
    Wholeheartedly agree MG! Great idea IMO.
  • AlphaOmegaSinAlphaOmegaSin EnglandPosts: 10,924MI6 Agent
    {[] Me too
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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    Good to see ol' Microjiff running under full steam again :)) :)) :)) :))

    Where is my MR camera btw? :v
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  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    Luckily I don't have to ask what my Bond collection is worth
    As it's fook all ! :)) Although I can see how it must be annoying
    With some people just using you for valuations.
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • AlphaOmegaSinAlphaOmegaSin EnglandPosts: 10,924MI6 Agent
    I very rarely enter the Merchandise and Auction Section anyway :))
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  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    Neither do I, it's a dark and scary place ! :))
    We've all heard the stories. ;)
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • AlphaOmegaSinAlphaOmegaSin EnglandPosts: 10,924MI6 Agent
    Especially those of the Watches :))
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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    Neither do I, it's a dark and scary place ! :))

    Yep - and the irony is that Sir Miles is in charge to keep things friendly :)) :)) :))
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  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    Higgins wrote:
    Good to see ol' Microjiff running under full steam again :)) :)) :)) :))

    Where is my MR camera btw? :v

    Toot toot! It's up my bum.

    Collecting and merch a dark and mysterious place? Well there's always the dress up boys to keep things ticking over, the prop lads to make it proper (get it, PROPer) interesting, granny keeps us all in check and if things get too dark higgybumbum can always get his size 26 clod-hoppers out to brighten everyone's day.

    What's not to like?
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  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    It's a good idea, though a more diplomatic title may be in order. :D

    It would require SiCo to create a new section, but we could open a thread and make it sticky if that's suficient meantime?

    Edit: it would have to be handled tactfully, which automatically rules out several people here. I have an idea in mind for who to run this, please PM me with thoughts.
  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    Barbel wrote:
    It's a good idea, though a more diplomatic title may be in order. :D

    It would require SiCo to create a new section, but we could open a thread and make it sticky if that's suficient meantime?

    Yeah that might do the trick. Substitute 'DUMBASS' with 'Noobs' then if it's really that important. Spoil sport. :p

    Wouldn't need anyone to 'run' it as such, just needs a few 'Read this before posting' guides writing up and left for people to read through before, erm.. posting.
    'Force feeding AJB humour and banter since 2009'
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  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    Your diplomacy tips have always been appreciated, 007. Before opening the thread, let's discuss ideas here (title, format, etc).
  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    Ok, simply a new section on the front page titled 'How to use the best forum in the world ever cos all other bond forums are for poofs'.

    Then inside that section have a series of guides either stickied or locked so people can't moan about 'zee roolz'.

    In each guide you simply state the nature of things, ie;

    'How to post images'

    When posting images, first make a sensible decision if the image is copyright, ie screenshots or contain trademarks. If it is, simply post a link to the image so it is not displayed on AJB.

    If the image isn't copyright material, then you can hotlink to the image by either clicking the image button in the dialogue box, or by typing *** and pasting the link in between the ][

    This method of showing off your sh1t is prefered as links to photobucket accounts often result in pathetic piddly little images being displayed which no one can see properly, forcing you to click on the image, leaving you in pop up and scam hell.

    Hope this helps, IDIOT.

    MG -{

    Hows that for diplomacy huh?
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  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    As smooth as David Niven on roller skates. *

    Please include a line on using the search function, too.

    * coined by Christopher Wood.
  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    Want me to rattle out a few guides Barbs?

    I promise not to call anyone 'spaz', 'cok' or 'dumbass'.
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  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    Sure, in this thread initially then we can edit them as necessary.
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    minigeff wrote:

    I promise not to call anyone 'spaz', 'cok' or 'dumbass'.

    We are getting prepared for the worst! {:)
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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    minigeff wrote:

    Yeah that might do the trick. Substitute 'DUMBASS' with 'Noobs'

    and add "and stoopid ASP9mm" :D
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  • LexiLexi LondonPosts: 3,000MI6 Agent
    I think this is a great idea...however, how do we get people to actually READ this information...it's all very well telling people what to do and how to do it, but getting them to do it is another thing.

    Perhaps when someone first joins, they are taken to a page where all this stuff is and they have to tick a box to say they've read it, before they post.

    It's not fool proof, but at least they can't say they didn't know...
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  • AlphaOmegaSinAlphaOmegaSin EnglandPosts: 10,924MI6 Agent
    It should say 'Read it, or Higgins shows you his Choice in Footwear' ;)
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  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 26,417Chief of Staff
    edited January 2015
    Lexi wrote:
    I think this is a great idea...however, how do we get people to actually READ this information...it's all very well telling people what to do and how to do it, but getting them to do it is another thing.

    Perhaps when someone first joins, they are taken to a page where all this stuff is and they have to tick a box to say they've read it, before they post.

    It's not fool proof, but at least they can't say they didn't know...


    Pretty much wot she said !

    You still kinda think people will just ignore the rules and wear stupid footwear anyway....I mean, just post what and where they want... :D :#

    Doesn't make minigeff's idea a bad one though !

    I hope he had a long lie down after that 'big think' ! :))
    YNWA 97
  • Asp9mmAsp9mm Over the Hills and Far Away.Posts: 7,483MI6 Agent
    He's been thinking alot lately. He's up to something {:)
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  • AlphaOmegaSinAlphaOmegaSin EnglandPosts: 10,924MI6 Agent
    And thats not very often {:)
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  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    Asp9mm wrote:
    He's been thinking alot lately. He's up to something {:)

    Namely nursing a poorly micro, but it gives me chance to have a brainstorm while she sleeps on me.

    And yeah, I'm getting my eye back in so to speak...
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  • AlphaOmegaSinAlphaOmegaSin EnglandPosts: 10,924MI6 Agent
    Your Glass one?
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  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    <reply deleted by Barbel in the interests of avoiding controversy>
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  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    minigeff wrote:
    Ok, simply a new section on the front page titled 'How to use the best forum in the world ever cos all other bond forums are for poofs'.

    That option isn't available to us without SiCo's involvement, so meantime let's stick to a dedicated thread which we (all of us, not just the mods) should direct newcomers to.
    And that title isn't a goer, either. Anyone got a better idea?

    minigeff wrote:
    Then inside that section have a series of guides either stickied or locked so people can't moan about 'zee roolz'.

    In each guide you simply state the nature of things, ie;

    'How to post images'

    When posting images, first make a sensible decision if the image is copyright, ie screenshots or contain trademarks. If it is, simply post a link to the image so it is not displayed on AJB.

    If the image isn't copyright material, then you can hotlink to the image by either clicking the image button in the dialogue box, or by typing *** and pasting the link in between the ][

    This method of showing off your sh1t is prefered as links to photobucket accounts often result in pathetic piddly little images being displayed which no one can see properly, forcing you to click on the image, leaving you in pop up and scam hell.

    Happy with most of that, although some rephrasing might be in order
    minigeff wrote:
    Hope this helps, IDIOT.

    Hows that for diplomacy huh?

    Not going to fly. Something along the lines of "...please don't hesitate to ask for further info" would be my thinking.
  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    I really wish sarcasm conveyed better through text :#
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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    :)) :)) Try harder, Microjiff :)) :))
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    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • minigeffminigeff EnglandPosts: 7,884MI6 Agent
    Higgins wrote:
    :)) :)) Try harder, Microjiff :)) :))

    Well duuuh.
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