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GUIDE/FAQ: Hay guys, how do I get an avatar?
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Sure takes some time, look how long I have been a member forThink I am on about 300 posts. I do spend way too much time here though but mostly keep my thoughts to myself.
That's my point...
Now, I don't want to question the rules here or anything...especially 'cause I'm new here....but, I think the amount of posts you have is irrelevant to how much you help others in discussions.
Like I always say...."when you don't have anything good to say...don't say anything".
Some people probably get to 500 posts by just rambling on without anything helpful to add.
I hope I'm not upsetting anyone...not my intention, I was just wondering...
I thought so too, and was very close to posting "Search the forum --there's already a thread on this!"
So how does a 'tar prove how much you help others in a discussion? I know people who have been here for years and still not got one and some of these people are the most helpful on MacRumors.
I guess they just want to make sure you are going to be here for a long time before they waist any valueable bandwith on you... or something like that.
I guess I need to win a contest then, 'cause at the rate I post...computers will be old school by then. LOL
I guess I need to win a contest then, 'cause at the rate I post...computers will be old school by then. LOL
i like the current system as avatars let me quickly spot common posters. if everyone had them, it wouldnt be as effective in that aspect
plus it keeps the clutter down
plus it keeps the clutter down
Wow, I like coming on forums to chat about things I have in common with others, and sometimes to get some help with something. I like to sit down, and see what everyone is talking about, and maybe put in my two cents...when I have two cents to put in, that is.
I originally started this thread, because I thought I was doing something wrong, maybe I hadn't seen it or something. Most other forums don't have a problem letting you post a stamp size picture by your name. I've been a member of other forums before, from Phones, to FTA, to even Nirto RC Cars...and they all let you add a picture. All it is, is a way to customize your profile...That's all!!!
Since I am new here, I don't want to over step my bounds or anything, or even upset anyone... Every site has their own rules, and I will completely follow them without question. Like I had said before, I thought I had just missed it or something...sorry for the confusion.
I originally started this thread, because I thought I was doing something wrong, maybe I hadn't seen it or something. Most other forums don't have a problem letting you post a stamp size picture by your name. I've been a member of other forums before, from Phones, to FTA, to even Nirto RC Cars...and they all let you add a picture. All it is, is a way to customize your profile...That's all!!!
Since I am new here, I don't want to over step my bounds or anything, or even upset anyone... Every site has their own rules, and I will completely follow them without question. Like I had said before, I thought I had just missed it or something...sorry for the confusion.
Isn't that what the "title" under your name is for????
For example, I'm a "macrumors newbie"....
I'm also not sure I understand what you mean by "Keeps the clutter down"?
It gives users time to mature before giving access to avatars, so they can learn the rules.etc. Same goes for the Marketplace, while I am unhappy that I can't access either for a while, I DO agree that it is fair though.
as for less clutter, it makes everything easier on the eyes than avatar after avatar after avatar, IMO most threads are cluttered enough as it is.
It is a little strange but as far as I know, it's pretty much always been the way on this site. I think every one of us has thought the same thing when we were pre-500 posts. You'll get there.
P.S. I thought of the movie too.
P.S. I thought of the movie too.
IMO, long signatures add more clutter than avatars.
Did you remove your sig just before making that post
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Did you remove your sig just before making that post
When I have a sig it is always small, uses size 1 font and a light color.
With regard to people who put all their "gear" in their sig, no one cares.
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What does this mean?
To qualify for an avatar, you need a forum title of 6502a or higher (a 500 post minimum in qualifying forums)
I'm a moderator on mozillazine with 3910 posts. Is that a qualifying forum?
Thanks
What does this mean?
To qualify for an avatar, you need a forum title of 6502a or higher (a 500 post minimum in qualifying forums)
I'm a moderator on mozillazine with 3910 posts. Is that a qualifying forum?
Thanks
