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Posted by Lamdage22 on August 10, 2014, at 3:36:23
Hi Dr Bob,
is it possible to let people edit their posts for say 2 hours unless there has been a follow up post?
Regards,
Julian
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 11, 2014, at 1:37:35
In reply to An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 10, 2014, at 3:36:23
> is it possible to let people edit their posts for say 2 hours unless there has been a follow up post?
I'd like to review earlier discussions, but I feel open to it, and don't think it would be too hard to add. Unfortunately, I don't have time right now.
Bob
Posted by Lamdage22 on August 11, 2014, at 7:45:10
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Dr. Bob on August 11, 2014, at 1:37:35
> > is it possible to let people edit their posts for say 2 hours unless there has been a follow up post?
>
> I'd like to review earlier discussions, but I feel open to it, and don't think it would be too hard to add. Unfortunately, I don't have time right now.
>
> BobYes, if you limit the timeframe and disable the feature if another post was made, you still can review everything!
Julian
Posted by ed_uk2010 on August 15, 2014, at 12:39:34
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 11, 2014, at 7:45:10
I think this function is desperately needed.
Posted by Lamdage22 on August 15, 2014, at 12:52:57
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by ed_uk2010 on August 15, 2014, at 12:39:34
> I think this function is desperately needed.
Thx.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 16, 2014, at 1:55:17
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 15, 2014, at 12:52:57
> > I think this function is desperately needed.
>
> Thx.Giving it more thought. The database would need an upgrade, because posts could be edited more than once.
Bob
Posted by alexandra_k on August 16, 2014, at 2:31:39
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Dr. Bob on August 16, 2014, at 1:55:17
I really don't like the idea.
Posted by Lamdage22 on August 16, 2014, at 2:57:21
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by alexandra_k on August 16, 2014, at 2:31:39
Why not? You could only do it for an hour or so and only if no one else has posted after you.
At least thats what i had in mind.
Posted by alexandra_k on August 16, 2014, at 16:47:11
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 16, 2014, at 2:57:21
> Why not? You could only do it for an hour or so and only if no one else has posted after you.
>
> At least thats what i had in mind.oh. i like your version of the idea :)
Posted by alexandra_k on August 16, 2014, at 16:48:41
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by alexandra_k on August 16, 2014, at 16:47:11
i would use it for typos and clarity...
only... i guess i would worry a bit about a bit of a slippery slope on clarity...
and just because people haven't posted doesn't mean they haven't read. would revised posts turn up with a 'new' indicator?
Posted by Bryte on August 16, 2014, at 16:56:30
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 16, 2014, at 2:57:21
If you posted from Europe or otherwise have claims about how you are represented in the EU, you might have a right to force removal of posts you previously posted under the new right to disappear.
As evidenced by the fact that Europe passed that law, some people consider it civil to provide means to remove content one previously posted online, and by inference, uncivil to prevent a person from removing content the person previously posted.
Posted by Lamdage22 on August 17, 2014, at 5:32:58
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Bryte on August 16, 2014, at 16:56:30
I think its a good idea. We will have more space for more threads.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 20, 2014, at 23:35:26
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by alexandra_k on August 16, 2014, at 16:48:41
> You could only do it for an hour or so and only if no one else has posted after you.
>
> At least thats what i had in mind.
>
> Lamdage22> and just because people haven't posted doesn't mean they haven't read. would revised posts turn up with a 'new' indicator?
>
> alexandra_kWhat I had in mind was if no one else has posted, but not setting a time limit.
Sure, it might be read before it's revised (which could happen even if there's a time limit).
It would say when (list every time) it was revised, but I wasn't thinking it would be flagged as "new".
Bob
Posted by Lamdage22 on August 21, 2014, at 5:30:44
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Dr. Bob on August 20, 2014, at 23:35:26
Sounds reasonable
Posted by alexandra_k on August 25, 2014, at 21:04:48
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 21, 2014, at 5:30:44
yes.
i was just thinking of potential confusion with reading an early version of a post... then coming back later to respond to it... then discovering that it had been altered. people following along, i mean. could make things harder to follow.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 26, 2014, at 13:22:47
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by alexandra_k on August 25, 2014, at 21:04:48
> i was just thinking of potential confusion with reading an early version of a post... then coming back later to respond to it... then discovering that it had been altered. people following along, i mean. could make things harder to follow.
True. But at least it would say it had been altered, so there wouldn't be confusion about that.
Bob
Posted by rjlockhart37 on August 27, 2014, at 23:58:51
i saw a post about getting the edit button on the forums.....please get one....some of the stuff i've written i can't even recall writing especially on the faith boards, im reading it just kickin myself for writing it....wrote in the thrill of the feeling, and then came across it again......people know who i am, and the writings i have can alter their views of me....many times from friends that im psycho rj...that posts on psychobabble.... and they can read all of what i've written over the years, and ... lots of it i wished i could of edited, i would press the post button, and then within months i want to take it down......i've gotta erase the b*llsh*t i wrote.....
could there ever be a edit for the post and rework some of the writings?
Posted by Phil on October 20, 2014, at 9:13:23
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Lamdage22 on August 11, 2014, at 7:45:10
The edit feature is the only reason I came to admin. But who can have time to add one when there are so many threads on antisemitism. For me, that isn't an admin discussion. Not just mental health forums but most forums, not in existence for Jewish prosecution, would have solved this issue years ago and it's quite simple to figure out. Even worse, where is it happening?
Sometimes old friends have to part and often times it won't just help the forum or friendship, but it will give this poster time to look back and see what he's done. I just went through that and 'lost' two 'friends'. It was the best thing that could have happened for me. I was sick and these people were not playing fair. It took getting away from them to regain what was lost. My dignity.This forums original intent was to discuss meds and ideas related to meds. I think anyone should be able to speak their minds on meds as long as the negative and positive comments have been researched thoroughly. But the topic always turns to persecution of Jews. Call me simple minded but what does that have to do with anything?
If I posted, for years, on the perceived problems of ice makers in every post I would be tossed out of here. I think, in the long run that would have done me a favor.I'm not anti Jew or anti Lou. But I am mystified why every member has to be pounded with this message over and over. It's not our issue to solve or defend ourselves against condemnation. It's a simple thing that can be solved with a 3 letter word: ban. That's my opinion and my opinion should be honored just like Lou's opinion.
Ignoring these posts are impossible when they litter this place with nonsense. We aren't focusing on what's good for the forum, we are focusing on one person and allowing him to take thousands of hours of our time going over this for a decade.
I came here to find sanity but this garbage has made me worse.
Posted by Dr. Bob on October 23, 2014, at 1:13:45
In reply to Re: An edit function for babble?, posted by Phil on October 20, 2014, at 9:13:23
> I am mystified why every member has to be pounded with this message over and over. It's not our issue to solve or defend ourselves against condemnation. It's a simple thing that can be solved with a 3 letter word: ban.
>
> Ignoring these posts are impossible1. It might be impossible not to notice them, but it seems to me it should be possible not to open them.
2. Possible doesn't, however, mean easy, so another feature I hope to implement is "blinders":
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20140214/msgs/1061603.html
3. Sometimes interacting with others may be frustrating, staying civil may be a challenge, and new skills may help. If you're open to developing new skills (which I realize may not be why you came in the first place), that's another way in which you may be supported by other posters.
4. Sometimes people have an "internal poster" that condemns them. They can't just ban it. What are they supposed to do?
Bob
Posted by Phil on October 23, 2014, at 15:31:08
In reply to Re: condemnation, posted by Dr. Bob on October 23, 2014, at 1:13:45
I think "ban" is a little harsh. I take that one back. I have great people skills Dr Bob. If you walked into a furniture store with me on the sales floor I'd tap every nickel out of your pocket. lol I had a guy, Iranian with friends, stick his finger in my face and say, "I'm going to get you." I sold him more stereo gear.
But I get manic too. I don't see what I'm saying that's out of place. Being like that is not me. But if I'm really angry manic all bets are off. The other side of my brain takes over. I hate it.
I like Lou, I've said it before. I'll just stop here.
Posted by Dr. Bob on October 25, 2014, at 23:39:56
In reply to Re: condemnation, posted by Phil on October 23, 2014, at 15:31:08
> I think "ban" is a little harsh. I take that one back.
Thanks.
> I like Lou, I've said it before. I'll just stop here.
We got close to getting together once. I'd still like to do that sometime. And if Lou could join us, too?
Bob
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