marmer Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm active on another forum where there is a "Thanks" button at the bottom of each post. If you click it, it says something like "The following users thank "username" for this useful post:" followed by a list of the users who have given "thanks." It has two really cool effects: it allows users to give positive feedback to a good post without cluttering the forum with "me too" posts and it makes it possible to find the best posts quickly by looking for thanks. It also gently encourages putting some thought and care into your posts. If you want to see how it works, look at The Paracast Forums Anyway, I frequently see posts on HAIF that I would thank if the option were available. I hate "me too" posts so I won't necessarily respond if I don't feel I can add anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMME Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm active on another forum where there is a "Thanks" button at the bottom of each post. If you click it, it says something like "The following users thank "username" for this useful post:" followed by a list of the users who have given "thanks."It has two really cool effects: it allows users to give positive feedback to a good post without cluttering the forum with "me too" posts and it makes it possible to find the best posts quickly by looking for thanks. It also gently encourages putting some thought and care into your posts. If you want to see how it works, look at The Paracast Forums Anyway, I frequently see posts on HAIF that I would thank if the option were available. I hate "me too" posts so I won't necessarily respond if I don't feel I can add anything. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 thanksme too, thanks.flipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronTiger Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I don't know. Some forums have "ratings" systems like this one: http://forum.starmen.net/forum/Fan/Forum/4.../31#post1340875but allows people to anonymously "beat up" a comment, even if it's not spam.And Facebook has a "Like" button.But for the HAIF? Nah. That's what makes the HAIF pretty neutral. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I don't know. Some forums have "ratings" systems like this one: http://forum.starmen.net/forum/Fan/Forum/4.../31#post1340875but allows people to anonymously "beat up" a comment, even if it's not spam. And Facebook has a "Like" button. But for the HAIF? Nah. That's what makes the HAIF pretty neutral. I had touched on that topic last summer, but was shot down. I too would rather see "me too" post go away. Anything to improve a thread and make them better, I am for it. Editor mentioned it was going to be in the release of the next forum update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Can we also get a "____ you" button? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Can we also get a "____ you" button?Love you too, Man.Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronTiger Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Can we also get a "____ you" button?I don't give a thousand dollars!EDIT: hey, this is fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Can we also get a "____ you" button?Ditto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted June 2, 2009 Share Posted June 2, 2009 I don't give a thousand dollars!EDIT: hey, this is fun! Yeah, type in M E H. And you get moo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJones Posted June 2, 2009 Share Posted June 2, 2009 Marmer, perhaps we can get a button that posts......."FIRST!" also. BTW, thanks ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted June 2, 2009 Share Posted June 2, 2009 Marmer, perhaps we can get a button that posts......."FIRST!" also. BTW, thanks ! Ah, the "FIRST" post, nothing funny than when they are not the first. Can we shot whom ever started that silly internet trend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
editor Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 I'm active on another forum where there is a "Thanks" button at the bottom of each post. If you click it, it says something like "The following users thank "username" for this useful post:" followed by a list of the users who have given "thanks."It has two really cool effects: it allows users to give positive feedback to a good post without cluttering the forum with "me too" posts and it makes it possible to find the best posts quickly by looking for thanks. It also gently encourages putting some thought and care into your posts. If you want to see how it works, look at The Paracast Forums Anyway, I frequently see posts on HAIF that I would thank if the option were available. I hate "me too" posts so I won't necessarily respond if I don't feel I can add anything. There is something coming soon to HAIF when we get the new forum software installed (I'm going to start playing with it this weekend). It will allow you to not only rate threads (a function which exists now), but also rate the users who write messages. So if someone writes something you think is particularly good, you can click a button to improve that user's reputation. It's not as direct as a "Thanks" button, but it does, in aggregate, show someone that there are people out there who value their opinions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
editor Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 Ah, the "FIRST" post, nothing funny than when they are not the first.Can we shot whom ever started that silly internet trend.I think it started on Slashdot or 4chan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 Ah, the "FIRST" post, nothing funny than when they are not the first.Can we shot whom ever started that silly internet trend.This is the first I've become aware of this. Do we have people like that on this board? (please don't name names)There is something coming soon to HAIF when we get the new forum software installed (I'm going to start playing with it this weekend).It will allow you to not only rate threads (a function which exists now), but also rate the users who write messages.So if someone writes something you think is particularly good, you can click a button to improve that user's reputation.It's not as direct as a "Thanks" button, but it does, in aggregate, show someone that there are people out there who value their opinions.I believe I've seen what you're talking about. I guess it's sort of an add on to the user ratings that are in our profiles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 This is the first I've become aware of this. Do we have people like that on this board? (please don't name names)Thankfully no, but we do have other sillinesses around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marmer Posted June 4, 2009 Author Share Posted June 4, 2009 There is something coming soon to HAIF when we get the new forum software installed (I'm going to start playing with it this weekend).It will allow you to not only rate threads (a function which exists now), but also rate the users who write messages.So if someone writes something you think is particularly good, you can click a button to improve that user's reputation.It's not as direct as a "Thanks" button, but it does, in aggregate, show someone that there are people out there who value their opinions.Thanks, ed. I do appreciate everything you do for us on this forum. The nice thing about the "thanks" feature is that it's not numeric, and it's tied to posts rather than users. It can't really be used as a weapon in case a couple of users get into it or some smart-aleck decides to mess around. Additionally, it recognizes that not all posts by even veteran forum members are great, and even newbies sometimes provide useful information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 Thanks, ed. I do appreciate everything you do for us on this forum. The nice thing about the "thanks" feature is that it's not numeric, and it's tied to posts rather than users. It can't really be used as a weapon in case a couple of users get into it or some smart-aleck decides to mess around. Additionally, it recognizes that not all posts by even veteran forum members are great, and even newbies sometimes provide useful information.I've never used a thanks button but this explanation is perfect for the pro's for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 There is something coming soon to HAIF when we get the new forum software installed (I'm going to start playing with it this weekend).It will allow you to not only rate threads (a function which exists now), but also rate the users who write messages.So if someone writes something you think is particularly good, you can click a button to improve that user's reputation.It's not as direct as a "Thanks" button, but it does, in aggregate, show someone that there are people out there who value their opinions.Well, I know I'm already below sea level on the "opinion" section. I can only imagine my post ratings are going to be sinking to the point that whale fecal matter will eventually be higher in ratings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 I had touched on that topic last summer, but was shot down. I too would rather see "me too" post go away. Anything to improve a thread and make them better, I am for it. Editor mentioned it was going to be in the release of the next forum update. I concur. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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