Post by Jemma on Aug 8, 2008 8:21:41 GMT -5
Hey guys!
So, I was cruising the internet and board, and realised, I don't actually have a list of FAQs for members to see, as I haven't been asked any one question multiple times. So, I've sniffed out the questions that seemed to get asked a lot on other boards, and complied them for you guys! Ain't I great?! ;D
So, hopefully, if you have a query, these should clear it up. If it doesn't, feel free to leave your question in the question thread, leave it here, or PM any of the staff members!
Q: What is a signature and how do I make one?
A: A signature is something that will appear at the bottom of every post you make. Some members choose to display pictures, some quotes, some links to other websites. When you modify your user profile there is a field available to change your signature ("Profile">"Modify Profile">"Signature"). Pictures should be a reasonable size (ie, wont strech the whole board), and will be adjusted if they are too big. Signature info does not necessarily have to be related to CSI, and yes, you may advertise to other sites in your signiture. But beware! All sites will be checked out, and any deemed unsuitable (porn sites, excessive swearing etc) will be removed. The way to avoid signiture interference? If you advertise a unsuitable site, leave an age restriction or warning.
Q: What is an avatar and how do I get one?
A: An avatar is a picture displayed under a member's username to represent them. Click the "Profile" button at the top of the page. Then go click "Modify Profile" and go to "Avatar". Click on the drop down menu of avatar choices, and you will find pre-set avatars. Click on one of them and you're good to go!
If you want to use a custom avatar, follow the same process, but instead of choosing one from the drop-down menu, paste the URL of the image that you want to use in the "Avatar URL" box. Icons cannot be bigger than 100X100.
Q: How do I post pictures?
A: You must upload them to your own server first. Photobucket is the most reliable. Once your picture is uploaded, you must post the URL in [/img] tags.
Q: Can I be an affiliate?
A: Of course! The best way to spread info about your site is to affiliate with other sites. There will be an 100x50 banner available for you to link to us, and anyone interested in being an affiliate can PM me your 100x50 banner, or, leave a lil' thread in the "Affliate 'n' Advertise" section. Leave a description, your banner, and a link to your site. Your site will then be checked out, and then we shall, possible, swap banners!
Q: How do I post a poll?
A: Once you are in the board you would like to post the poll in, instead of clicking "New Thread", choose "New Poll".
Q: What is the deal with the stars below my username?
A: The number and type of stars change with status on the board. The more you post, the more stars appear.
Rankings used on the board:
[0-9] Newbie
[10-49] Academy Student
[50-99] Lab Tech
[100-199] CSI Level 1
[200-399] CSI Level 2
[400-599] CSI Level 3
[600-799] Head of Days
[800-999] Head of Nights
[1000-1999] Head of Swing
[2000+] Head of Lab
So, I was cruising the internet and board, and realised, I don't actually have a list of FAQs for members to see, as I haven't been asked any one question multiple times. So, I've sniffed out the questions that seemed to get asked a lot on other boards, and complied them for you guys! Ain't I great?! ;D
So, hopefully, if you have a query, these should clear it up. If it doesn't, feel free to leave your question in the question thread, leave it here, or PM any of the staff members!
Q: What is a signature and how do I make one?
A: A signature is something that will appear at the bottom of every post you make. Some members choose to display pictures, some quotes, some links to other websites. When you modify your user profile there is a field available to change your signature ("Profile">"Modify Profile">"Signature"). Pictures should be a reasonable size (ie, wont strech the whole board), and will be adjusted if they are too big. Signature info does not necessarily have to be related to CSI, and yes, you may advertise to other sites in your signiture. But beware! All sites will be checked out, and any deemed unsuitable (porn sites, excessive swearing etc) will be removed. The way to avoid signiture interference? If you advertise a unsuitable site, leave an age restriction or warning.
Q: What is an avatar and how do I get one?
A: An avatar is a picture displayed under a member's username to represent them. Click the "Profile" button at the top of the page. Then go click "Modify Profile" and go to "Avatar". Click on the drop down menu of avatar choices, and you will find pre-set avatars. Click on one of them and you're good to go!
If you want to use a custom avatar, follow the same process, but instead of choosing one from the drop-down menu, paste the URL of the image that you want to use in the "Avatar URL" box. Icons cannot be bigger than 100X100.
Q: How do I post pictures?
A: You must upload them to your own server first. Photobucket is the most reliable. Once your picture is uploaded, you must post the URL in [/img] tags.
Q: Can I be an affiliate?
A: Of course! The best way to spread info about your site is to affiliate with other sites. There will be an 100x50 banner available for you to link to us, and anyone interested in being an affiliate can PM me your 100x50 banner, or, leave a lil' thread in the "Affliate 'n' Advertise" section. Leave a description, your banner, and a link to your site. Your site will then be checked out, and then we shall, possible, swap banners!
Q: How do I post a poll?
A: Once you are in the board you would like to post the poll in, instead of clicking "New Thread", choose "New Poll".
Q: What is the deal with the stars below my username?
A: The number and type of stars change with status on the board. The more you post, the more stars appear.
Rankings used on the board:
[0-9] Newbie
[10-49] Academy Student
[50-99] Lab Tech
[100-199] CSI Level 1
[200-399] CSI Level 2
[400-599] CSI Level 3
[600-799] Head of Days
[800-999] Head of Nights
[1000-1999] Head of Swing
[2000+] Head of Lab