a matter of posting etiquette

[bigfoot1]

Is it cool to ask for forum's members opinions on a givin subject and then never return and respond?Not whining and really dont care(much)but it seems its only right to thank posters to your thread,at least acknoweledge their efforts to help.

Not an earth shaking question I know.Worth bringing up?An obvious exception is an older thread and they dont know about current response.

Personally I get alot of good info from this site even before I joined and the chance to give back a bit seems both fair and incumbant.I dig reading you all even if I dont get involved in threads where my opinion prolly wont contribute.

Keep it up gang...I'm diggin it.
pat

 

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[Toby1858]

A simple thank you can sometimes go along ways, but to each there own. There's alot of friends here on T.N and some who get to see each other from time to time which makes there posts that much more personal. I'm wondering, does T.N have like a yearly "Get together" where everybody has a chance to actually meet everybody?

 

[bigfoot1]

I play poker on a small site...we get together once a year in vegas and it has become a tradition.I...for one would dig a chance to meet folks with a like mind on treasure.If it happens I'm in.Where I live,I swear,I am the ONLY detectorist that I havent trained myself.Kinda cool....kinda lonely too.

 

[CoinHunterAZ]

A lot of posters will probably ask a "drive by" question, get their answer and may never come back. If you you have a real question and need a "real" opinion, please be specific and ask. There is a lot of experienced people here ready to help.

 

[kuger]

I recently brought ths up to to a feller...who then replied that he never thanked anybody,figured didnt need to...then went on to thank people for miniscule things.....made it out like I was out of line for expecting it,and then when onto to be a smart azz and over due it...left me scratching my head.Anyway...yea,it gets irritating.......I will tell ya,I personally remember the ones that dont and wont help em in the future.

 

[robgwv]

I can't speak for everyone.But , I have dial up.So,Some times I don't even see my post till the next day and feel it's too late to say thanks....But all help and responces are appreciated.Many thanks...By the way hiting the post button at 21:05

 

[bigfoot1]

kuger,I get ya !!! Its about credibility and community.I will do research and effort if I think I can help.But if it is all for naught.....screw em...I wont spend my time in the future for the same poster.I am a good example....I came...I asked...I got.I have been trying ever since to be a part of this community and pitch in.I WILL need you all in the future,I WILL try to help when I can,will happily research.I guess its like driving....wave em ahead and they dont even wave...screw em.Too harsh?lol

 

[Toby1858]

Well, I personally thank everyone who takes the time and energy that it sometimes takes to, for example, to I.D a find for someone. Something like that can take some time! Or whatever it may be. And if anybody knows of a T.N get together let me know, be pretty cool to meet everyone.

 

[kuger]

Well said Bigfoot......the ones that do show a little appreciation out number the ones that dont.I dont ask for much,just a simple thanks,or heck even a your wrong kizz my ****

 

[joe_dirt]

It's common courtesy to say thanks. However, in my opinion, you shouldn't help anyone expecting something in return. Even something as simple as a thank you. If you're expecting something then you're helping for the wrong reason in the first place.

 

[bigfoot1]

joe.....I couldnt agree more....not my point.My point was whether it bothered you or not.I am guessing....not.Everyones reasons are their own.Mine included...no right...no wrong....only perception.I'm gonna help where I can....just cause.I have noted you helping where you can....just cause.I applaud you whether you wish applause or not.

pat

 

[joe_dirt]

joe.....I couldnt agree more....not my point.My point was whether it bothered you or not.I am guessing....not.Everyones reasons are their own.Mine included...no right...no wrong....only perception.I'm gonna help where I can....just cause.I have noted you helping where you can....just cause.I applaud you whether you wish applause or not.

pat

Then it appears we're on the same page, cheers!

 

[kuger]

It's common courtesy to say thanks. However, in my opinion, you shouldn't help anyone expecting something in return. Even something as simple as a thank you. If you're expecting something then you're helping for the wrong reason in the first place.

Fair enough,but if you cant take the time to offere a simple thanks,then I sure as hell cant take the time to help ya next time around....thats just me

 

[joe_dirt]

Fair enough,but if you cant take the time to offere a simple thanks,then I sure as hell cant take the time to help ya next time around....thats just me

And that's perfectly fine. I'm pro thank you.

 

[Tnmountains]

If you post a thread and ask for help or advice it is nice to acknowledge responses and manage your own post. I always try to be helpful on other peoples post but do not go back looking for a thank you.I often hit the like button so they know I acknowledged their post and read it.

 

[kuger]

......even a Like....would be better than crickets....by the way...this has been discussed before on here by many of the real valuable contributors and I am not alone in my feeling on it.....I actually know of at least two that flat out dont help at all anymore and its a real shame.I mean people put in hundreds of hours of research,which isnt free,and takes years,then to go into great depth on a reply,pictures,or just supporting links...takes a lot of time!

 

[Mackaydon]

By far, the vast majority of my posts are the result of doing research to assist the IP . My 'rewards' are the knowledge I learned from that research and assisting both the IP and anyone else with a similar interest or question on the thread. Sure, a favorable ack. or an 'atta boy' or a LIKE is appreciated, but I'm already way ahead without them.
Don...

 

[jyt2017]

+1. Whether forum has a thing to click to thank a post, or you just reply with "thanks all for help an replys"...it just shows some appreciation.

When I offer help I never look for a thanks, but...if I go back and see it its always nice.

If you post a thread and ask for help or advice it is nice to acknowledge responses and manage your own post. I always try to be helpful on other peoples post but do not go back looking for a thank you.I often hit the like button so they know I acknowledged their post and read it.

 

[Silver Searcher]

I lost the number of times I have helped and not had a acknowledgement, does it bother me...a little, does it stop me...hell no, that's how we learn like Mac said, researching boosts the knowledge. The most anoying thing is when some one posts for a ID, and does'nt bother looking back in, to answer any further questions, that might lead to the ID.

SS

 

[Joe hunter]

Well I went back and checked my old posts I don't think I've left anyone hangin.

I do enjoy this happy happy hunting family and will always try to appreciate all .(but my mind is a bag of cats.)
I think most people are just surrounded with themselves and mean no harm.
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