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Since BF does not like the way I handle Trolls that come on my threads, how do you report a Troll that appears on your thread?
Edit: Had to edit post on advice of moderators.
Edit: Had to edit post on advice of moderators.
Last edited by mjac; 04-24-20 at 09:46 AM.
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I've had the same problem, with the same trolls. I suspect many others have, too. It is clearly a policy on the part of the forum.
For whatever reason, some of these trolls always get a free pass. If you complain, you get in trouble. It is basically a club or playground run by the bullies, and the intellectual caliber of most discussions suffers as a consequence.
There are however many thoughtful, intelligent, interesting people here, which hopefully some day the powers that be will realize is their primary asset.
For whatever reason, some of these trolls always get a free pass. If you complain, you get in trouble. It is basically a club or playground run by the bullies, and the intellectual caliber of most discussions suffers as a consequence.
There are however many thoughtful, intelligent, interesting people here, which hopefully some day the powers that be will realize is their primary asset.
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I've had the same problem, with the same trolls. I suspect many others have, too. It is clearly a policy on the part of the forum.
For whatever reason, some of these trolls always get a free pass. If you complain, you get in trouble. It is basically a club or playground run by the bullies, and the intellectual caliber of most discussions suffers as a consequence.
There are however many thoughtful, intelligent, interesting people here, which hopefully some day the powers that be will realize is their primary asset.
For whatever reason, some of these trolls always get a free pass. If you complain, you get in trouble. It is basically a club or playground run by the bullies, and the intellectual caliber of most discussions suffers as a consequence.
There are however many thoughtful, intelligent, interesting people here, which hopefully some day the powers that be will realize is their primary asset.
Last edited by mjac; 04-23-20 at 05:19 PM.
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One can only imagine how these creatures are "handled". Like the wild, vicious animals they are one hopes.
Tasers? Stun guns? Bear traps?
Tasers? Stun guns? Bear traps?
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I just figured the trolls were the moderators. Oops, I'm gonna get censored. But I used the sarcasm font!!!!
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Before this spins out of control, may I remind everyone that the mods are doing their jobs as a volunteer service for us. You owe them respect and gratitude.
And there is an "Ignore" feature in your user controls. It works like magic.
And there is an "Ignore" feature in your user controls. It works like magic.
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And the mods told me to report them to the mods, not handle it myself and add to the discord. So that is what I did. I just wanted to know is there an official way to do it or just contact a specific moderator. We will see what happens.
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Click this button on any post and you can send a report to the mods. It will be the fastest, easiest way for them to handle issues. If you're using the mobile skin, it will look a little different, but still be an exclamation point button.
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Thank you, kind sir!
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You generally would prefer this to reporting to a specific moderator? If you do, will something be done about these people trolling your threads constantly? I do not like asking people to take care of my business.
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Your report will go into a Mods only forum for the Mod Staff to discuss and make a joint decision on how to proceed.
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But yes. Basically, using the report post button will create a ticket that all moderators will see. The moderator of that particular forum will have priority to take action, but a senior mod can also handle it. This also let mods discuss what action should be taken in the case of an egregious rule-breaking or a post that's more open to interpretation (which is not super common, but comes up from time to time).
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Now who's the troll? I'm working from home and wanted to give you a quick answer, so Snip & Sketch it was.
But yes. Basically, using the report post button will create a ticket that all moderators will see. The moderator of that particular forum will have priority to take action, but a senior mod can also handle it. This also let mods discuss what action should be taken in the case of an egregious rule-breaking or a post that's more open to interpretation (which is not super common, but comes up from time to time).
But yes. Basically, using the report post button will create a ticket that all moderators will see. The moderator of that particular forum will have priority to take action, but a senior mod can also handle it. This also let mods discuss what action should be taken in the case of an egregious rule-breaking or a post that's more open to interpretation (which is not super common, but comes up from time to time).
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Now who's the troll? I'm working from home and wanted to give you a quick answer, so Snip & Sketch it was.
But yes. Basically, using the report post button will create a ticket that all moderators will see. The moderator of that particular forum will have priority to take action, but a senior mod can also handle it. This also let mods discuss what action should be taken in the case of an egregious rule-breaking or a post that's more open to interpretation (which is not super common, but comes up from time to time).
But yes. Basically, using the report post button will create a ticket that all moderators will see. The moderator of that particular forum will have priority to take action, but a senior mod can also handle it. This also let mods discuss what action should be taken in the case of an egregious rule-breaking or a post that's more open to interpretation (which is not super common, but comes up from time to time).
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Yes, A specific moderator might be on vacation, busy, or otherwise not available for a period of time.
Using the "Report" button allows the Mod team to look at all issues needing attention.
Using the "Report" button allows the Mod team to look at all issues needing attention.
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That is fine, but there has already been one member posting that you report these people and nothing happens. That is my only concern. Because it has certainly gone on unabated up until now.
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It may range from a simple PM to a member, to permanent ban, and various options in between.
Reporting posts is the best way for Mods to be made aware of possible problems.
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Every report gets attention. As for "Nothing happens".... Mods discuss the report, and if action is warranted, it happens, although it may not be obvious to those not directly involved.
It may range from a simple PM to a member, to permanent ban, and various options in between.
Reporting posts is the best way for Mods to be made aware of possible problems.
It may range from a simple PM to a member, to permanent ban, and various options in between.
Reporting posts is the best way for Mods to be made aware of possible problems.