Removing of 'certain posts'??
 

As an author of some controversial threads I wonder if authors can request posts to be removed by PMing admin? posts that are off topic and not nice.

Good question. :D

I believe it has been done before.

If you click on the exclamation point on the bottom left of that person's post (next to the online/offline signal) you can report the bad post.

And conversely, if one spends a great deal of time writing something that geta deleted, can they request a copy be emailed to them?

Also if a thread is deleted and the thread starter did not get to read all of it before it was deleted can they get a copy to see what was said? There was a thread deleted today where this happened. The thread went on for about 7 pages and comments were made about the thread starter that lots of members read but the thread starter was not online before it was deleted and cannot now read what was posted. Can she get a copy somehow?

I speak only from being an admin on another forum, but once things are deleted, they are not meant to be copied and shared with anyone who asks. It's deleted so that the discussion stops. There was obviously a reason for the thread to be deleted, rather than only certain posts be deleted, so why start up controversy? Seems that would be the only thing that would come of it. Once things are deleted, they stay that way on the forum I admin. Just my opinion.

If the people on my forum need a copy of everything they type, they need to print it out. That's the only way they guarantee themselves a copy. Otherwise, if it becomes deleted, they're out of luck.

I TOTALLY Agree with Amanda - that makes alot of sense.

I actually don't see why anyone would WANT copies of all the deleted stuff - why worry about it ? If it's gone it's gone... and there must have been a reason why it was deleted. IF someone wanted copies of something deleted it must be because they WANT to keep things stirred up and I would have to wonder why they'd want to do that.

IN my Opinion - We have enough to read without trying to keep stuff that may not be helpful to anyone dragging out for page after page... I think Admin has a handle on who is posting for controversary.... and they try to stop it before it goes too far.

I don't think Admin has a habit of deleting 'Helpful' threads - only disruptive ones....again - this is ONLY my opinion....with a site this big - it's a job keeping up with all the different personalities

I'd way rather see stuff deleted.... than see people SUSPENDED....

PS...I should have said in my previous post that I think we can all admit to being CURIOUS or nosy as to what gets said ....I know I am :)

And IF a person who was the original Thread Starter wanted a copy - then I guess it's up to THEM to make their own - if they aren't online - then hey - I guess they weren't that interested in the answers posted. ;)

but to actually want to keep every controvesial or hurtful thread kind of says that the person who'd do this has other motives.... and probably not good ones....

As I said earlier - why bother ?...that's how things get blown out of porportion or rumors get started.

I really don't care either way if someone wants to keep a post or not. But looks like a good question for Admin too.

I have started threads that I know there are split opinions..some agree and some don't When I start certain threads, I don't care really to see some go back and forth as to who's opinion is right or wrong. It doesnt matter..that's when things get off topic and turn into some nasty posts. I just want to see opinions, or experiences, statistic facts are also enlightening. Anything that goes off on tangents I really don't care to read or watch others battle over. So, Admin, as an author of a thread. Can I control that to some degree by PMing you and asking you to delete a post that gets off track? I am sure this can get out of hand, I'm just asking for a chance to stop stuff before it gets way out of hand and then my objective of why I posted to begin with was never met..

Here's an example..If I ask about breeder experiences about something...I ONLY want to know what others do and why..not someone else saying they are not right and why...if they have a different opinion just state it and move on!!!! It's a pet peeve of mine. This is something I would like to do with my threads personally, maybe others disagree with me or agree. I am not asking to control other's threads..only my own to some degree.

Thanks!

I should just stay out of this :) - but wouldn't that be more like censorship ? I know you can report posts and you have options at your disposal if you choose to use them - but the whole point of a public forum is to allow anyone to post when and where they want ....I know some things DO get out of hand and you're right about that...but if everyone picked and choose what posts they wanted to keep public.... I think that's kind of an intrusion on free speech.....

I guess if you wanted a specific question answered and only from specific people - the PM option is the way to ensure you get specific answers right ? That would save you from reading all the posts you didn't feel were helpful

Well you are taking my question to Admin out of context Villette. I am askign the rules of YT to be more enforced. WE are supposed to stay on topic and be nice right?

I want to stay on topic here so I'll start a new thread....

Wow - I didn't know we couldn't post here....I thought you were asking valid questions and was trying to help.

No problem ...After reading the other responses I thought I was staying right in the scope of your questions....if you feel I wasn't - that's your right. I think this is a good example of why things get started and believe me - that was NOT my intention at all....but I won't say anything else about this....

Good luck with your quest for answers.

I will add this - it looks like it went OFF TOPIC on post #5....so sorry if I went in the wrong direction

Your right..and see how the direction veered off. I am not saying Kim is the only one. I've done the samething. I am not trying to censor anyone or anything but just trying to keep focused on the topic or question at hand..I didn't say you can't post here Villette. Did I?

I started another thread so that Kim's question can be addressed and you and others can discuss that. This thread is a perfet example of what I HATE to see! I've done it too, but then I go back and start a new thread and ask Admin to delete my own. It's just out of respect of the author really.

Irene~

I understand what you are saying and I think the ability to at least request that a bad post be deleted is to use the red triangle...it is not a guaratee however and still must be appproved and done by a moderator and that takes time sometimes.

I do apologize for asking my question in your thread but I felt it was somewhat related and was simply trying to make it easier on admin by putting both concerns in one place.

I felt it was unfair that Luckierdog never got yo read the negative things that so many posted about her because she was offline. It is almost a legal issue in my mind and she should have a right to see and read what others posted since it was "published" to the outside world and so many did read it.

Again, I apologize and will try harder not to do this again. :)

Well it's not a crime for crying out loud. It's just a pet peeve and I thought I ask Admin...I could be wasting my time. But I wish more would start new threads insted of taking over (lack of a better term) others posts.

I think if we all tried to do stay on topic and start our own thread when neccessary (and we know that after we've posted). Maybe I'm the only one that thinks this will make a difference. That's why I wanted to ask Admin...next time I'll PM instead.

..things may not get as fired up..kind of like counting to 10..walking away..etc..

Hijacking a thread is something that we dont' allow on the forum that I run. Reason we don't - it allows newbies (and veterans too) the ability to find information faster! They know by the title of the thread if they want to go into that thread and read it or not. They dont' have to waste their time going and reading every single word to know that they haven't missed something.

I notice here on YT that I seem to miss things by not reading every single thread there is. Reason I say that is because I see things pop up in people's signatures that say to me that something has obviously happened in a thread that I haven't read somewhere. Thing is I have read most everything so it must have been one of those hijacked threads. Heck if I know. Leaves me so very confused.

Off-topic posts could be cut down on around here. I'd love to get my hands on this forum and start deleting some of them or moving them to their own threads. Organization is key to a well run forum. Or so it is my opinion that it is. ;)

Hey Admin....I'd love to give you a hand - if you need any - only on the technical side of things. Let me know!

Amanda!

Thank you! That would be even better. I just wanted to try to keep my posts organized I guess. That's why I started this thread.

I thought it was just me..but being an admin of another forum that enforces it, there obviously is more reason that a pet peeves. Hmmm..interesting and I hope Admin considers your offer.

We will not remove posts unless seen fit by a moderator or admin (or unless some kind of mistake was written in the post such as your personal phone number when you did not mean to put that in). If you do not want it as part of the permanent YorkieTalk record, please do not write it. Thank you.

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Well said!

I agree that "hurtful" threads should be deleted.

If by controversial you mean that not everyone agrees then there is absoulutely nothing wrong with controversial threads imo and they should be allowed to stay and stay open so that ALL points of view are represented. If you allowed only one opinion and everyone had to agree otherwise the thread would be closed and/or deleted, then we wouldn't learn a thing and we may as well not have discussions.

The threads are sometimes MADE controversial when they really aren't just for the purpose of disagreeing with someone a member or a group of members does not like for whatever reason. This is what I dislike the most. It happens constantly and then the fact that the thread is closed is even blamed on the person who was the object of the so called controversial post when the reason it is usually closed is because the ones who disagree for no real reason break the rules, get disrespectful, snide and rude and admin has no choice in order to keep peace on the forum. It is such a shame when this happens imo. :(

I bolded the part I was talking about in the post.

I agree, except for when its apparent that a member or members may be trolling and people respond to it. I don't think in general the members here are disrepectful or rude when someone has a different opinion than them.

I don't think we get many "trolls" :eek: here thank goodness and they are easy to spot...we have smart members here and they spot trolls very quickly and ignore them usually.

I think that "cliques" or groups of members who all think the same way and like to control a board are worse than trolls because they are large in number and can quickly take over a board and make life very hard for the admin and mods.

No one controls this site - Admin does.

It's made up of many personalities.... and to say certain members are in control is a dis-service to ALL the other members out there.

Each POSTING member of this site contributes something...and yes... there are some people who ONLY want to debate (For example....that just happened to me in this thread back on post #11)

but it doesn't change the fact that there are MANY MANY good Threads that don't end up locked. The ratio of bad threads vs good is pretty obvious by all the new posts we see everyday. I think the Admin does a good job keeping the forum running smoothly.

done is done
 

yes..done is done..the past is behind us..lets move onto the future..i believe some have too much time on their hands..no reason to be hurtful or say things or even take things out of context..this is supposed to be a cheerful group of yorkie lovers..i am one..i dont need to read this sort of childish panter about whatever..its not important..lets move on with the orginally idea of this site..talking, chatting, having fun with our yorkies and friends..and finding out more about them..i have a little one, bought it from sylvan, who by the way..well you all know about sylvan..cant get better..i like to come here and read constructive comments about constructive questions made by dummies like me...comeon people, lets drop this and move on..please..

You're very right Wiskerss....I actually didn't mean to sound Anal on MY post & meant no offense... but couldn't edit - my time ran out....

the majority of people posting here are awesome ....and even though we may not agree with someone - we can still be friends....That's what makes this site so nice - we get to meet people from all over the world ...if it was all sweet and light 24/7 it wouldn't be nearly as interesting.

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Well I'm 'some people' I guess buecause I used the term anal. However, I didn't say I want to control the site. I merely made a suggestion. Taking things out of context IMO is how problems start. Too many of us take the written word the 'wrong way' which can happen. BUT being on this forum we get to know eachother. Apparently my actions don't speak loud enough. I do not like conforntation or debating or gossip. I wish everyone would just get a long and be civil again another 'anal' statement..

I guess you didn't understand my post - I meant no offense to you Irene - after you confronted me back on page one....I was saying that's what is nice about this site - people move on. I know I did ....

I think I try very hard to be civil & get along....actually - I don't have to try - it comes easy because I think the people on this site ROCK.....I wouldn't have such a high post count if I didn't totally enjoy it here......and I think the same holds true for the vast majority of members.