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Forum Help => System problems? => Topic started by: Wombat on February 27, 2009, 09:21:40 pm

Title: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Wombat on February 27, 2009, 09:21:40 pm
I've just had a read of the 'Camden Show & Shine thread' - a couple of times actually, because it was hard to follow. ???
I now understand the reason is due to some posts having been deleted.
It happens in various threads from time to time which is why I ask...

Editing a post makes some sense but deleting makes a confusing mess.
'The Great Escape' just wouldn't be the same if they DELETED the bike jump scene!

"Why is Steve lying next to a motorbike under that barbed wire??"
Do I have a point?
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: LWC82PE on February 27, 2009, 09:28:07 pm
i think its because people have regrets about what they posted or dont think its really needed anymore
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: E74 on February 27, 2009, 09:38:15 pm
I'd like to see the stats on Paul's posts, I have never seen so many posts appear, disapear, re appear, disappear, appear,... disappear........  ::):D :D :D
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: GD66 on February 27, 2009, 10:11:06 pm
Well,I think it's an acceptable feature. You may contribute a post that could be considered excessively scathing, or unwarranted, that may have been submitted while you have a full head of steam, or may be pissed. So, if you feel remorseful an hour or two later, and feel you may have been harsh, you still have the facility to remove the post, and prevent further aggression or vitriol.
Recently I attacked hard on a post of Ji Gantor's that dumped on Luke 1961, gave him a spray, then later reneged my attack, and removed the post, so that peace could be maintained... so there's a case for it after all. The main thing is, and recently several members have overlooked it, it's really only a discussion, and there's no need for drama.... ;)
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Wombat on February 27, 2009, 11:14:02 pm
I understand the 'heated moment spray', but a "what I meant to say" or a "sorry about that" can smooth things over and bring it back on track.
Well no, not always... but when posts are removed the thread is just plain confusing.
Threads get removed too and that's unfortunate, but for chunks of dialogue to disappear from a 'flowing conversation' makes little sense to what is left behind.

OK, what if a 'post deleted' box were to appear where the deleted post sat?
I'm not trying to make this a big deal, I just think it would tidy things up.
At least the conversation/ debate/ spew would flow as intended and we can identify where a response has been removed.

We'd still be required to 'read between the lines' but at least they're identified and there's a bit of clarity.
Hey Graeme is this possible? Does such a feature exist? No pressure, just wondering...
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Graeme M on February 28, 2009, 07:48:26 am
I'm not sure about that. I don't recall it being an option, but there ARE a lot of options. I'll have a look and see if there is a way to identify when a post has been deleted. I don't mind the feature as sometimes it is good to go back and get rid of something said hastily or whatever.
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Graeme M on February 28, 2009, 08:27:23 am
Nope, couldn't find one... I did find the censored word list though, so any posting the F or C words will be dealt with from now on  ;D
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Billet YZ on February 28, 2009, 09:48:58 am
Could the person removing their post possibly just leave a note in the original post area saying post removed and leave it at that, just a thought.   Peter. :)
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: BJJ on February 28, 2009, 12:04:59 pm
I think leave things as they are.  IMHO
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Graeme M on February 28, 2009, 01:14:56 pm
Perhaps if people feel sufficiently courteous they could edit their post, delete the text and replace with "Post deleted".
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: paul on February 28, 2009, 03:11:39 pm
thanks e74  ,i get a laugh outa your posts too ,espescially the simmons post were you couldnt put the forks together  ,keep the comedy comeing  its great
which one are you abbott or costello? ::) :) :)
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on February 28, 2009, 03:22:48 pm
No more f ..and c .. words . Hmm that should free up alot of available space on this forum  :D
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Graeme M on February 28, 2009, 03:52:48 pm
No, those words won't disappear, they just get replaced by the words I thought were more suitable. Just try it for yourself. I hope it works cos I haven't tested it to be honest... The way it is supposed to work is I say here's the word, this is what I want inserted instead. So if I set it for "Honda" to be replaced by "nancy-boy's ride", then Hoony and Magoo wouldn't ever post again.
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: VMX Andrew on February 28, 2009, 04:09:58 pm
for fork sake... ;D
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: VMX Andrew on February 28, 2009, 04:11:48 pm
cool....
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: TM BILL on February 28, 2009, 04:39:31 pm
No more f ..and c .. words . Hmm that should free up alot of available space on this forum  :D
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Do you think so Paul opps sorry i mean Hornet  ::)
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Graeme M on February 28, 2009, 08:12:34 pm
Yeah, but you see as you show me, so can I add them in. Try it now... Of course, I will lose interest at some point!  ;D
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on February 28, 2009, 08:17:09 pm
Well done Graeme .
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: TM BILL on March 01, 2009, 10:55:15 am
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Dear William , my Avatar is Hornet and Paul is Paul . What ever dig you have on Paul , leave me out of it . I have not come back to cop sh..t . Please respect that . 
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
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William , can you please edit your post about defaming Paul . This is not fair and only causes agro . Cheers Hornet.
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: TM BILL on March 01, 2009, 11:07:30 am
A slip of the tounge or keyboard finger Hornet   :o
I hardly think Paul would feel defamed by that and if he does im sure he would say so  ;)
Hows that Pic of you and your KX coming on  :)
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on March 01, 2009, 11:22:06 am
Can you wait till Broadford ? There you can take pics as many as you want . If you are lucky , I will pose for you in my new gear.  8) if you choose to ride , you could even get a glimps at my rear   :P
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: paul on March 01, 2009, 11:24:09 am
wtf  ive been out collecting maicos and i come home to this
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on March 01, 2009, 11:28:56 am
Dont worry Paul , TM Bill must have hade a fallout with his favourite sheep.  :D  Anyway whats new in your stable ?
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on March 01, 2009, 01:03:34 pm
So you hade a good day then .  8)  If you ever come across a spare engine for my bike , please let me know.
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Ji Gantor on March 01, 2009, 10:26:37 pm
It is great to see you back Hornet.

Ji
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Freakshow on March 02, 2009, 01:34:49 pm
paSS.   

i think this is why posts get deleted, that or it mentions the word side car, that will sure have a thread looking like spagetti in no time.

:o0
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on March 05, 2009, 11:44:09 am
paSS.   


What does that stand for  ??? Is that a bloke thing ?
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: TM BILL on March 05, 2009, 12:17:31 pm
paSS.   


What does that stand for  ??? Is that a bloke thing ?

Could be POSSIBLY ANOTHER SUSPECT SWISS  ::)
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: Hornet on March 05, 2009, 12:27:05 pm
Now I am lost
Title: Re: Deleting posts... why?
Post by: colmoody on March 10, 2009, 08:01:22 pm
Good on you Graeme for the/your stand taken on the F and the C words on this forum. On an open to all ages and both sexes forum
if we adults cant string a few sentences together without using the F or C word then we have some real problems.