Forum Frequently Asked Questions
Posting Issues
How do I post a topic in a Forum?
To post in our Forums you must first register as a member of
Silver Travel Advisor or sign in if you are already a member. It's free and we only ask the bare minimum of
information. Once you've done that you
can post on an existing thread or start your own.
See our posting guidelines to find useful information about
the content of your posts. Posting your
message is as simple as typing in your post and clicking submit. You can format your post using the buttons
above where you're entering the text.
A box to add your message (post) is found at the end of
every Thread.
How do I edit or delete a post?
You can edit your post after you've made it, but only for a
few minutes. This gives you time to
correct any mistakes you made which you didn't notice before posting, but
prevents users going back and changing their post after someone else has
replied, which can lead to confusion. To
edit your post, click the Edit icon (a pencil on a page) which appears to the
right of your post, above your name.You cannot delete a post yourself, because to do so can lead
to confusing conversations for other users.
If you need to remove your own post please use the Report to Moderator
function where it will be considered for removal. To report a post, click the Exclamation Mark
in a Triangle icon above your name to the right of the post.
User Preferences and settings
How do I change my settings?
If you are a registered user, all your settings are stored
in User Profile. Access this by clicking
on your Preferred Name or clicking on My Account.
How do I show an image along with my username?
If you are a registered user, all your settings are stored
in User Profile. Access this by clicking
on your Preferred Name or clicking on My Account. There is a option to change your Forum
Avatar.
Can I send a message to another user?
Only registered users can send a Private Message to another
user. Simply find them on any of the Forum’s pages and click on their Preferred
Name e.g. Barrowman. Click on “Send
Private Message” and complete your message.
How can I report posts to a Moderator?
To report a post, click the Exclamation Mark in a Triangle
icon above your name to the right of the post.
Can I post images?
You can add images using the button toolbar which appears
just above the box in to which you type your post.
Insert Image: This is
for adding an image which is hosted elsewhere.
To insert an image click the button and type in the URL of the image.
Note: Photobucket
users would have used the IMG link on the previous version of the Forum but
must now use the Direct link. It is
preferable, however, to use the Upload Image function.
Upload Image: This
button allows you to upload an image file.
Alternatively, you can drag an image file from your computer and drop it
on the page and it will be automatically added to your post at the current
cursor position.
What are locked topics?
Locked topics are topics where users can no longer reply.
Topics may be locked for many reasons and were set this way by either the Forum
Moderator or board administrator.
User Levels and Groups
What are Administrators?
Administrators are members assigned with the highest level
of control over the entire Forum. These members can control all facets of
operation, including setting permissions, banning users, creating user groups or
Moderators, etc..
What are Moderators?
Moderators are individuals who look after the Forum from day
to day. They have the authority to edit or delete posts and lock, unlock, move,
delete and update topics in the Forum they moderate. Generally, Moderators are
present to prevent users from going off-topic or posting abusive or offensive
material.
Private Messaging
I cannot send private messages!
If you are not registered and/or not signed on you cannot
send Private Messages.
I keep getting unwanted private messages!
We are sorry to hear that. Please contact a Moderator with
as much detail as possible.
I have received a spamming or abusive e-mail from someone on
this board!
We are sorry to hear that. Please contact a Moderator with
as much detail as possible.
Searching the Forums
How can I search a Forum or Forums?
Enter a search term in the search box located on each Forum
page. Note that this will only search
the Forum, whereas the Search box located at the top of the page adjacent to
the Sign out button will search the whole site.
How can I find my own posts and topics?
Click on “Mine” (located to the left of the Forum search box
on most pages). This will display
Threads you have posted on, but only if you are registered and signed in.
How do I subscribe to specific Threads?
Use the “Watch” function located above the first post on
each Thread page.
How do I remove my subscriptions?
Use the “Stop watching” function located above the first
post on each Thread page.
Who do I contact about abusive and/or legal matters related
to this Forum?
Please contact a Moderator with as much detail as possible.
Visit the Forum or read the Guidelines.