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Post by Scott (Former Account) on Jan 31, 2008 20:15:40 GMT -8
That was the case when there was a lot more traffic, and threads would drop off the first page more quickly, right? Correct, but it is still prevalent today. This forum is getting busier all the time, yet we receive very few suggestions. Most suggestions we receive are service based which we have no control over. With this forum approaching its fifth year, we have understood what this forum required and what it did not over this time. As I said, it makes sense to keep all suggestions orderly in this thread, and to allow newcomers to see what has already been asked in a more easy-to-read form. Not to hop and skip through multiple scattered topics. More importantly, it allows staff to respond easier and quicker to suggestions. Likewise, reading through a big, long thread all at once is rather overwhelming, don't you think? No, not particularly. Again, if you have suggestions that you feel are urgent, by all means create a separate thread and title it appropriately.
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Post by ruddernut on Jan 31, 2008 20:56:14 GMT -8
Why isn't there a greater selection of WSF specific forums, like there is for BCF? Doesn't it have as big a following?
Though I realise this is the Ferries of British Columbia board, I thought it should strive to be a more comprehensive guide to the Northwest Coast ferries in general.
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Post by Scott (Former Account) on Jan 31, 2008 21:31:44 GMT -8
Why isn't there a greater selection of WSF specific forums, like there is for BCF? Doesn't it have as big a following? This is Ferries of British Columbia. While there is a large following of WSF fans, this forum was originally created for BC Ferries with all other ferry systems designated as secondary discussion. While we listen to all suggestions, we have not had many issues arise with the way the Northwest US Ferries board is laid out. We have altered it in the past to allow for easier viewing, and we are still open to further feedback. Do you have any specific concerns regarding the layout, Ruddernut..? Though I realize this is the Ferries of British Columbia board, I thought it should strive to be a more comprehensive guide to the Northwest Coast ferries in general. While it would be nice to be a full comprehensive discussion board with a multitude of topics for various systems, it is just not realistic at this time. We have had issues with having too many boards and sub-boards in the past, in which caused confusion as well as complaints from members. However, we are open to any individual suggestions and will consult the membership prior to implementing additional sections to this forum.
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Post by ruddernut on Jan 31, 2008 21:39:45 GMT -8
Do you have any specific concerns regarding the layout, Ruddernut..? No, things look okay for now.
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Post by Ferryman on Feb 27, 2008 23:20:24 GMT -8
Question:
Maybe this is some sort of joke, but just in case it isn't I may as well say something.
The forum background is a bright pink colour now. It certainly has made me wake up after having just got off a 12 hour shift from work.
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Post by Scott (Former Account) on Feb 27, 2008 23:24:28 GMT -8
The forum is pink in support of Anti-bullying Day...
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Post by Northern Exploration on Feb 28, 2008 7:44:46 GMT -8
Thanks for that Scott. I was beginning to get disturbed it was done in conjunction with a post made last night. I don't have anything pink to wear except a tie with small pink diamonds but mostly blue.
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 2, 2008 18:05:33 GMT -8
Back in December I was sent a PM asking why I posted two consecutive posts. Today I edited a post made yesterday about the group trip on the CR. However, this forum gives the date of the original post, not the edited version. Would it be possible to change the original date and time of a post if it is modified?
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Post by Political Incorrectness on Mar 2, 2008 18:46:46 GMT -8
cohocatcher, the time and date edited of the post is at the bottom of the post
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 2, 2008 19:03:43 GMT -8
True. But the date and time display for that entry is for when I originally made it. My post today gave "additional" information. Does this mean that I must go back and reread each entry made by myself or someone else to see if it has been changed? Or should I have made a new post (for which I was zinged)?
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Post by Low Light Mike on Mar 2, 2008 19:06:33 GMT -8
Back in December I was sent a PM asking why I posted two consecutive posts. Today I edited a post made yesterday about the group trip on the CR. However, this forum gives the date of the original post, not the edited version. Would it be possible to change the original date and time of a post if it is modified? As far as I know, the "time/date stamps" can't be modified; they're automatic. The time/date stamp at the top shows the original post. The modification time/date stamp at the bottom of a post always shows the date/time of the latest modification. ------------- ...and I've just now modified this post, so that you can see the time/date stamp that appears on the bottom. I modified it immediately, so the time is likely the same, or just 1 minute later....(31 minute later in Newfoundland)
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Post by Low Light Mike on Mar 2, 2008 19:16:03 GMT -8
True. But the date and time display for that entry is for when I originally made it. My post today gave "additional" information. Does this mean that I must go back and reread each entry made by myself or someone else to see if it has been changed? Or should I have made a new post (for which I was zinged)? If I remember correctly, the "zing" was a suggestion that 2 back-to-back posts could be combined, or the original post added on. I think that say 1 hour is a good time-frame limit, after which you can move on and do a separate post. That's a very very very rough guideline. Better to see the next paragraph, and see if an immediate-second post meets this description: All the moderator was doing was trying to avoid a series of "....and here's one more thing" type of posts, in the space of a few minutes. So "No", you don't have to worry about going too far back in time to see if something has changed in others. I trust this explains the intent of what someone told you in December, and that this will take you off the eggshell-path and let you enjoy posting.
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 2, 2008 19:31:18 GMT -8
Thank you. That explanation really helps me.
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Post by Nickfro on Mar 3, 2008 13:15:24 GMT -8
Photo Posting Question:I have absolutely no idea how to modify a photo to create a signature-size or flagship-size photo. I'm figuring I need a special program, but if anybody can shed some light on this for me, much appreciated! I'm thinking of submitting a CR flagship entry, but the unfortunate part is getting a photo to fit within the size requirements and maintain the resolution quality.
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Post by SS San Mateo on Mar 3, 2008 13:39:40 GMT -8
You need a photo editing program to get it down to the right size. There probably are online photo editing websites, but I've never used them.
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 3, 2008 19:06:11 GMT -8
Question:
I would like to discuss Internet wireless support at terminals and on boats. Where would be the appropriate place to do this?
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Post by SS San Mateo on Mar 3, 2008 20:13:51 GMT -8
Most likely would go in the BC Ferries - General Discussion forum.
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Post by Low Light Mike on Mar 3, 2008 20:47:26 GMT -8
Photo Posting Question:I have absolutely no idea how to modify a photo to create a signature-size or flagship-size photo. I'm figuring I need a special program, but if anybody can shed some light on this for me, much appreciated! I'm thinking of submitting a CR flagship entry, but the unfortunate part is getting a photo to fit within the size requirements and maintain the resolution quality. I use a program called "Microsoft Office Picture Manager" to crop & resize my photos. I then host-them using tinypic.com.
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Post by Nickfro on Mar 9, 2008 9:52:22 GMT -8
I have noticed that the time hasn't adjusted to daylight savings time. Somebody's asleep at the wheel! ;D
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Post by SS San Mateo on Mar 9, 2008 10:19:29 GMT -8
I have noticed that the time hasn't adjusted to daylight savings time. Somebody's asleep at the wheel! ;D Actually it has (it does appear to be a few minutes slow). You need to change Currently Observing DST: to yes. Also make sure Time Zone: is set to "GMT-8 Pacific"
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 17, 2008 14:11:16 GMT -8
I'm curious. I have noticed certain symbols next to threads in this forum. What are all of the possible symbols and what does each mean?
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Post by Political Incorrectness on Mar 17, 2008 14:14:26 GMT -8
Ferry flag means there are new postings to the thread or it is a new thread
Now in the sub forums, if the icon is blue, that means no activity has happened since your last time you've been on the sub forum, If it is an orange color, that means there are new posts in the sub forum.
Hopefully this answers your question.
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 17, 2008 14:55:42 GMT -8
Thanks for the quick reply ... but
Some flags are blue, others are yellow, and some are red. Some have symbols such as a screwdriver and some have a padlock attached. Again, what are all of the possible symbols and what does each mean?
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Post by Political Incorrectness on Mar 17, 2008 15:27:25 GMT -8
How about I make a diagram Open thread for discussion Open thread, has activity, (when it gets to two pages) Open thread, very active (when it gets to longer than 3 pages) Thread closed, read only (like rules and threads that are not necessary) Open thread, will be on the top of the forum Closed thread, sticky, this thread will be on top but is closed No new activity since last visit to sub forum New activity since last visit to sub forum New post in thread Hopefully this is a bit easier.
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Post by cohocatcher on Mar 17, 2008 16:20:10 GMT -8
Perfect. Thank you!
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