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05-08-2007, 03:01 AM

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Click here for the New User Guide (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=27306385&postcount=81)

Please search this thread before posting because your answer might be here. http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t226/49311/shades.gif

The Purpose of this thread

The purpose of this thread is to compile information from different parts of each forum and answer some of the frequently asked questions pertaining to Slickdeals.net.

This list is not exhaustive and will be updated periodically and as deemed necessary, so please check back for updates. If anyone has questions that should be listed here or general comments, please post them. Thanks

What information is here?
(Click on keyword to go to that section)

[#=a]Abbreviations[/#]
[#=y]Category Icons[/#]
[#=v]Count Down Clock[/#]
[#=b]FAQ's[/#]
[#=u]Forum[/#]
[#=z]Front Page[/#]
[#=c]Hyperlink[/#]
[#=d]Moderators[/#]
[#=e]Mod Alerts[/#]
[#=w]Multiquote[/#]
[#=f]New Users[/#]
[#=g]Post & Reposts[/#]
[#=h]Private Messages[/#]
[#=i]Reputation Points[/#]
[#=j]RSS[/#]
[#=k]Rules[/#]
[#=l]Search[/#]
[#=m]No Selling / No Self Promotion[/#]
[#=o]Signature[/#]
[#=p]Smilies[/#]
[#=n]SPAM[/#]
[#=q]Tips and tricks[/#]
[#=r]Thread[/#]
[#=s]Username[/#]
[#=t]Warning Points[/#]
[#=x]Wiki[/#]

A Sitemap can be found at the end. [#=end]Click here[/#]

Abbreviations

Click for list (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_new_faq_item)

Category Icons

How to sort by thread category / filter by category icon (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=2465245&postcount=2)

Count Down Clock

Click Here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=17299917&postcount=8)

FAQ’s

General FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php)
vBulletin FAQ (http://slickdeals.net/forums/faq.php?faq=vb3_board_faq)
Hot Deals FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=40596)
Freebies FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=519655)
Free Magazines FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=50297)
Coupons FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=30297)
Product review FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=115514)
Sweepstakes & Contests FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=519687)
Site Suggestions/Problems FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=911030&postcount=1)

Forum

Suggesting a Forum or Subforum

Buying/Selling Forum or Subforum

The administrator of this site does not want to have a buying/selling forum. Please do not ask. Any threads asking for this type of forum will be locked. There are plenty of other places to buy and sell on the internet, please use those.
Trading Forum or Subforum

The administrator of this site does not want to have a trading forum. Please do not ask. Any threads asking for this type of forum will be locked. There are plenty of other places to trade on the internet, please use those.

Other Forums or Subforums

The administrator is always looking for ways to improve the website. If you have a forum you wish to suggest, other than what is mentioned above, feel free to make it known. First, search the Site Issues and Suggestions (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=5) forum to make sure the idea has not been brought up already. If it has been brought up, post your interest in the thread that already has been created. If you find no threads after searching, create a thread in the Site Issues and Suggestions (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=5) forum.

Front Page

Front Page FAQ (http://slickdeals.net/forums/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_slickdeals_20_beta_faq)
How Deals Make it to the Front Page (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=9787518&postcount=4)

Hyperlink

How to Hyperlink (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=276158)

Moderators

What are Mods & Administrators? (http://slickdeals.net/forums/faq.php?faq=vb3_reading_posting#faq_vb3_mods_admins)
Who are the Mods? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php)
Do the Mods different colors mean anything? (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=26422623&postcount=15)
Problem with a moderator? First try to resolve the issue with the moderator. Second PM schooby (http://slickdeals.net/forums/private.php?do=newpm&u=34855) who is the community relations manager (crm) for this site. The crm is responsible for member & moderator issues.
How to reach moderators? The best way to get a hold of us is to private message us. We can also be reached by email, moderatorname@slickdeals.net
How does one become a Mod? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2246831&postcount=47)
How to know who is a mod in the forum. Scroll to the bottom of the forum page and you will see the list of mods for that forum.

Mod Alert

Please use the mod alert button for spam/self promo, reposts, problematic and/or rude posts or anything else that violates the rules. (http://slickdeals.net/blog/index.php/legal-acceptable-use-policy-rules/)
To see the resolution to your mod alert click here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/modalerts.php?). When in doubt, Mod Alert. There is nothing wrong with bringing a moderator’s attention to something you legitimately thought was inappropriate for you and the other member’s of the Slickdeals community.

Multiquote

How to Multiquote (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=18742515&postcount=51) Thanks Widgit

New Users

The full New User Guide can be found here (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=27306385&postcount=81).
New Users have limited privileges than regular members. New Users posts and threads are also monitored by the moderators. Just participate more in the forums.
How long does it take until a new thread from a new member will be approved? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=17933379&postcount=2)
Limits on new user’s privileges can also include:*not being allowed to send PM’s (private messages)
*only being allowed to send one PM
*not being able to use a custom avatar
*not being able to use a custom user title (the L1, L2 thing under your username).
*Sending website URLs and email addresses in a PM is also disallowed for new users.

Most of these limits are in place to deter would-be spammers but usually don’t last too long. So be patient, participate in the forums as you normally would, and soon you’ll have access to just about everything

Posts & Reposts

What happened to my post/thread?
If it is missing, it could have been moved to another forum or deleted completely if it was inappropriate for the slickdeals community.
If you want a specific explanation, please Private Message a Moderator (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php) with the information (forum posted in, date/time, title of thread, etc.).
How to see more posts per page: click here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/profile.php?do=editoptions) go down to “thread display options” (third box down) go to “Number of Posts to Show Per Page” select the number you want (40 posts per page max) Scroll to the bottom and click Save Changes.
What are the post #'s for each level / Slickdeals Title Ranking System? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2094723&postcount=8)
What information should I include when I post a deal? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_dealinfo_faq_item)
Repost Rules for freebies (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=220338)
What should be done when a deal is reposted? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_repost_faq_item)

Private messages (PMs)

200 messages allowed for regular members. 300 messages allowed if you have over 100 reputation points
PM only from buddy list (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=480108) thanks schbusdrvr

Reputation Points (Reps)

What is a rep? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_reputation_faq_item)
How do I rep? (http://i.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=32688&stc=1&d=1173400550) (screen shot)
I tried to rep but I can’t. Make sure you logged in. Also, the rep feature is disabled for new users.
How much are reps worth? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=467715) thanks buddy72192
You can view your last five reputation points by clicking here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/usercp.php)
How can I see all my reputation points from a certain post? (screen shot (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t226/49311/repbox.jpg))
How can I see all my reputations points since I joined? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=19596391&postcount=61)
I tried to rep but it says "Sorry, you cannot give reputation to this post. The post is either too old or it is disabled for that particular forum. (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2442102&postcount=4)

RSS feeds

General Info (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=vb_board_usage#faq_vb_rss_syndication)
Homepage (http://slickdeals.net/rss.php)
Hot topics (http://slickdeals.net/rss.php?type=hottopic)
Forum overview (http://forums.slickdeals.net/external.php?)
Hot deals (http://forums.slickdeals.net/external.php?type=rss&forumids=9&lastpost=0)
Freebies (http://forums.slickdeals.net/external.php?type=rss&forumids=4&lastpost=0)
Coupons (http://forums.slickdeals.net/external.php?type=rss&forumids=10&lastpost=0)

Rules

Slickdeals general rules (http://slickdeals.net/blog/index.php/legal-acceptable-use-policy-rules/)
Freebies (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=519655) (Freebies reminder (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=427593))
Hot Deal Rules (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=40596)
Lounge (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=456032&postcount=2) (cont. (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=598589&postcount=8))
Podium Rules (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=123404) (cont. (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=282894))

Search

Search Tips (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2094414&postcount=1)

NO Selling / No Self Promotion

There is no selling or self promotion anywhere on the site or in any forum, period! The administrator of this site decided a long time ago not to have any members selling and this rule will not change, so please do not ask. Thank you.
"Vote for me/my friend/my dog/ my design/ my whatever..." threads are NOT allowed.
See here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=11866072&postcount=2) or here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=22039627&postcount=5) or here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2470011&postcount=3)

Signature

No Spam or Self promo anywhere on slickdeals.net, including, but not limited to, signatures.
Members with the the user title of New User cannot have a signature. Just participate more :)
No [IMG] code/pics allowed (eats up dialup)
Slickdeals smilies are allowed
You can add a countdown clock (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=511057#anchv)
Your signature can not be longer than 500 characters excluding BBCode (http://forums.slickdeals.net/misc.php?do=bbcode) markup and no longer than 1000 characters including BBCode markup.

Smilies

What is a smilie? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=vb_read_and_post#faq_vb_smilies_explain)
Complete list of SD smilies (http://forums.slickdeals.net/misc.php?do=showsmilies)
How to suggest a new smilie (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=2156448)

SPAM

What should I do if I come across SPAM? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=23035895&postcount=12)

Tips and Tricks

**You must be a registered (http://forums.slickdeals.net/register.php) Slickdeals member and logged in to use some of these features.**

How to include images INSIDE your posts instead of at the bottom of them (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=166618&t=879832)
Have the Forum bar on top and bottom (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=3793421&postcount=7)
Deal alerts (http://forums.slickdeals.net/dealalerts.php?do=viewdealalerts) / ignore threads (http://forums.slickdeals.net/profile.php?do=ignoredthreadslist) more info and discussion (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=451264) AND FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_deal_alerts_faq)
Store ratings (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.resellerratings.com/) [resellerratings.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.resellerratings.com/)]
Price search (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/)]
Slickfillers (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://www.slickfillers.net) [slickfillers.net (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://www.slickfillers.net)] – provides a fast way of searching for amazon filler items
Spoilers_ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/misc.php?do=bbcode#anchintro)
Slickdeals redirected pages
http://thedailydeals.com/
www.slickdeals.org (http://www.slickdeals.org)
For cellphone users
http://m.slickdeals.net/
Slickdeals Live Feed (http://slickdeals.net/live/)
Follow us on Twitter (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://twitter.com/slickdeals) [twitter.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://twitter.com/slickdeals)]
Install our Facebook App. (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=17289117961) [facebook.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=17289117961)]

Thread

How do I start a new thread? (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?p=7321572#post7321572) thanks Schooby
What happened to my post/thread?
If it is missing, it could have been moved to another forum or deleted completely if it was inappropriate for the slickdeals community.
If you want a specific explanation, please Private Message a Moderator (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php) with the information (forum posted in, date/time, title of thread, etc.).
How to see more threads per page:click here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/profile.php?do=editoptions) go down to “thread display options” (third box down) go to “Number of Threads to Show Per Page” select the number you want (80 threads per page max) Scroll to the bottom and click Save Changes.
How to rate a thread (http://i.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=32692&stc=1&d=1173400779) (screen shot)
How to see vote total for a deal or freebie (http://i.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=32693&stc=1&d=1173400779) (screen shot)
when a thread gets merged/deleted & OP wants to know why, what should they do? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2433681&postcount=2)
How long before a thread started by a new member appears? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=2445910&postcount=2)
What's Threadcrapping? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=206102)
Thread Subscriptions (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=19596503&postcount=62)
Personal Stickies - Users get up to 25 'personal stickies' each. (New users may get less than 25.) To sticky a thread, click on the Thread Tools dropdown and click on 'stick this thread to the top'. Be aware: If you sticky more than 25 threads then the oldest 'stuck' thread will fall off and no longer be stickied.

Username

Click Here to Change your username (http://forums.slickdeals.net/profile.php?do=requestusername)

Warning points

What are they? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_warn_faq_item)
View my warning points (http://forums.slickdeals.net/Warn.php?do=ViewMyWarnings)
Want to dispute a warning issued to you? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=4268185&postcount=2)

Wiki

What is a Wiki, where can I find it, and how do I edit it?

Explanation 1 (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=21967925&postcount=3)- thanks Brisar
Explanation 2 (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?p=21516411#post21516411) - thanks widgit

SITEMAP

Homepage/Frontpage (http://slickdeals.net/)

Frontpage Coupons (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php)
New Coupons (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=newcoupons)
Expiring (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=expiring)
Apparel (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=apparel)
Technology (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=tech)
Others (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=others)
#’s + A-C (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=A-C)
D-G (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=D-G)
H-L (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=H-L)
M-R (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=M-R)
S-Z (http://slickdeals.net/coupons.php?category=S-Z)

FAQ (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php)

Forum Homepage (http://forums.slickdeals.net)
The Deals (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=1)
Hotdeals (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=9)
Freebies (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=4)
Free Magazines (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=13)
Coupons (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=10)
Contests & Sweepstakes (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=25)

Deal Discussion (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=28)
Deal Talk (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=30)
Rebates (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=8)
Help me find a deal (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=11)
General Discussion (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=19%5D%22Product%20Reviews%5B/URL%5D%3Cbr%20/%3E%0A%3Cbr%20/%3E%0A%3Cbr%20/%3E%0A%3Cbr%20/%3E%0A%5BURL=%22http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=6)
Tech Support (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=17)
The Lounge (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=7)
Gamer's Lounge (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=36)
The Podium (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=18)

Slickdeals.net Discussion (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=29)
Announcements (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=2)
Site Issues and Suggestions (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=5)

Archive (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=35)
Black Friday 2006 (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=34)
Black Friday 2005 (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=24)
Black Friday 2004 (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=22)

View forum leaders (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php)

Price Search (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/)]
Computers (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_comp.php) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_comp.php)]
Photography (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_photo.php) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_photo.php)]
Electronics (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_elec.php) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_elec.php)]
Movies (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_movies.php) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/home_movies.php)]
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Merchant Ratings (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/rating_summary.php) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/rating_summary.php)]
Your Account (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/user_login.php?redirect=%2Fuser_accounthome.php&login=) [pricegrabber.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.pricegrabber.com/user_login.php?redirect=%2Fuser_accounthome.php&login=)]

Slickfillers (http://slickdeals.net/slickfillers/)
Filler items (http://slickdeals.net/slickfillers/index.php)
Most Discounted (http://slickdeals.net/slickfillers/discount.php)
Top Sellers (http://slickdeals.net/slickfillers/salesrank.php)

Store Ratings and Reviews (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.resellerratings.com/) [resellerratings.com (http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=511057&u2=http://slickdeals.resellerratings.com/)]
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RSS (http://www.slickdeals.net/rss.php)
New Features Guide (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_slickdeals_20_beta_faq)
Link Problems? (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_sdlink_faq_item)

Register Here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/register.php)
About Us (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_sdaboutus)
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wikipost

05-08-2007, 03:01 AM

New Format

From now on please post corrections here. Just copy and paste the old info and then below it, make the proposed corrections. This is much easier for me to update the initial post. Plus, the wiki links were taking you to the first post anyway, which seemed moot. Thank you. --McSlick

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BrownEyedGirl

05-09-2007, 01:29 PM

What an awesome compilation! You :rock: TMK!

jbrowns22

05-10-2007, 03:57 PM

McSlick

05-10-2007, 10:09 PM

*scared to ask b/c it's prob here* :hide:

Is there a way to see all of the reps that I have gotten.....read all of the comments or just the last few? Are the rest lost forever? :sadwalk:

Awesome job - lots of work - 2 reps to you!
Don't be scared to ask questions here. The disclaimer in the title "Please read before creating a thread or posting a question!" is there so people will read before they post an obvious question, like "how do I rep?". But if you tried reading this thread (I know it's long but it is sorted by keyword) and you don't see the question, then post it. In this instance, I would look under the keyword [#=i]Reputation Points[/#] <--- (click to go to all the rep questions) and if it is not there, I would post the question. FYI it's not here, so great question! :woot:

The good news is they are not lost!!! :highfive:

There are two ways to do this:

First and most easiest-- PM a moderator from this list (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php) and ask them. Arjunsr even volunteered (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=3485945&postcount=3) :D

Second and not as good-- If you want to see all your reps from a certain post, go to that post and click on your own rep box as seen in this screen shot (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t226/49311/repbox.jpg). The downsides to this second option is that you don't know who repped you and when you were repped. Also, this method is post specific, so you have to know the post(s) you were repped in. Not exactly easy when you have been here for over a year.

Thanks for the feedback and I will update the first post :)

serra

05-10-2007, 10:27 PM

What an awesome compilation! You :rock: TMK!

:iagree: thanks TMK!

jbrowns22

05-11-2007, 06:28 AM

Don't be scared to ask questions here. The disclaimer in the title "Please read before creating a thread or posting a question!" is there so people will read before they post an obvious question, like "how do I rep?". But if you tried reading this thread (I know it's long but it is sorted by keyword) and you don't see the question, then post it. In this instance, I would look under the keyword [#=i]Reputation Points[/#] <--- (click to go to all the rep questions) and if it is not there, I would post the question. FYI it's not here, so great question! :woot:

The good news is they are not lost!!! :highfive:

There are two ways to do this:

First and most easiest-- PM a moderator from this list (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php) and ask them. Arjunsr even volunteered (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showpost.php?p=3485945&postcount=3) :D

Second and not as good-- If you want to see all your reps from a certain post, go to that post and click on your own rep box as seen in this screen shot (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t226/49311/repbox.jpg). The downsides to this second option is that you don't know who repped you and when you were repped. Also, this method is post specific, so you have to know the post(s) you were repped in. Not exactly easy when you have been here for over a year.

Thanks for the feedback and I will update the first post :)

Wow - Thank you :hug: I did indeed read.....to no avail. You rock.....seriously...you :rock:

XXnarg

05-19-2007, 07:35 PM

finzz2dlft

05-20-2007, 02:03 PM

Thanks TMK! Great list :)

crimgirl

05-20-2007, 07:32 PM

wish this was around when i was new. thanks TMK

McSlick

05-21-2007, 02:23 PM

One of the common questions here is "Why don't we have a section on ......(finance, stock market, movies, travel, CD & mortgage rates, etc.)." Could the reasoning behind adding/not adding new sections be addressed in this FAQ?
Excellent suggestion. I actually had this question answered in a rough draft I created, but wanted to get the admin's take on it and how exactly he wants it worded. But this is a great reminder and I will update it once I have a response. Thanks Xnarg!

wish this was around when i was new.
awww :comfort: don't worry, I still consider you a noob :P

Thanks for the feedback/suggestions everyone-- keep them coming! :grouphug:

cogentman

05-25-2007, 06:09 AM

Nice job TMK! :highfive:

Gotta "spread some around" before I can bump you...

McSlick

05-27-2007, 09:04 AM

One of the common questions here is "Why don't we have a section on ......(finance, stock market, movies, travel, CD & mortgage rates, etc.)." Could the reasoning behind adding/not adding new sections be addressed in this FAQ?
The first post has been updated. Thanks again.

Forum

Suggesting a Forum or Subforum

Buying/Selling Forum or Subforum

The administrator of this site does not want to have a buying/selling forum. Please do not ask. Any threads asking for this type of forum will be locked. There are plenty of other places to buy and sell on the internet, please use those.

Trading Forum or Subforum

The administrator of this site does not want to have a trading forum. Please do not ask. Any threads asking for this type of forum will be locked. There are plenty of other places to trade on the internet, please use those.

Finance Forum or Subforum

This includes topics for general finance, stock market, CD & mortgage rates, etc. Currently there is not a demand for this type of forum, so for now the answer is no. If a high enough demand is met, the administrator would consider it. If you are interested, please let it be known here (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=389000)

Other Forums or Subforums

The administrator is always looking for ways to improve the website. If you have a forum you wish to suggest, other than what is mentioned above, feel free to make it known. First, search the Site Issues and Suggestions (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=5) forum to make sure the idea has not been brought up already. If it has been brought up, post your interest in the thread that already has been created. If you find no threads after searching, create a thread in the Site Issues and Suggestions (http://forums.slickdeals.net/forumdisplay.php?sduid=0&f=5) forum.

Nice job TMK! :highfive:
Thanks man. Glad to see you around :)

Be :cool:

XXnarg

06-03-2007, 09:40 AM

It would be helpful to have an explanation of potential issues (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=16556&t=529695) when sending a URL or email address via PM.

kumpooterjooser

06-25-2007, 12:18 AM

awesome.job.dude

fuzzyfoot1

07-20-2007, 09:41 AM

So maybe this is a stupid question..but how do you start a post?

Schooby

07-20-2007, 03:27 PM

Do you mean...how do you start a new thread?

If that's what you want to do, go to the right forum and you'll see a button to the left and right above the first thread that says "New Thread" Click on that and add your info.

Since you made a post just now I have to believe you meant thread. Sorry if that didn't help.

serra

09-07-2007, 09:28 PM

this thread is awesome. :worship:

backspace

10-26-2007, 01:43 PM

can I suggest people try to have the name of the store included on the title....

*JeanGrey*

11-09-2007, 01:10 PM

So I have a question.

How do I go back and see all of my posts from the very beginning?

I tried doing a search, but just like clicking on "authored posts" in my profile it only gives me the last 500 posts.

I really wanna just go look back at my first posts so I can :coverlaf: at myself.

:D

TStorms

11-15-2007, 01:54 PM

Great compilation. I do have a question, though.

The site mentions that trades should be for items that are valued at $5 or less.
If something is "listed" as retail value of $20, but the items are only selling for $1-$3 on ebay, is that something that can be traded?

I don't want to violate the rules, but I have some items that clearly aren't worth their retail value as I'm having trouble selling them on ebay for a few bucks.

Thanks in advance.

random.

11-15-2007, 02:04 PM

I think that would be fine. As long as you are okay with taking a loss for the items if something goes wrong- do it.

SlickFerret

12-02-2007, 09:39 AM

*scared to ask b/c it's prob here* :hide:

Is there a way to see all of the reps that I have gotten.....read all of the comments or just the last few? Are the rest lost forever? :sadwalk:

Awesome job - lots of work - 2 reps to you!

Look at one of your own posts. Click on your username above your avatar. Cick 'view public profile'. There are 2 tabs that show all reps given and recieved.

jbrowns22

12-02-2007, 12:45 PM

Look at one of your own posts. Click on your username above your avatar. Cick 'view public profile'. There are 2 tabs that show all reps given and recieved.

I appreciate your response.....but that was back in May and it was not like that then :shake: See the post below mine for how it used to be :nod:

m2k2k

12-11-2007, 12:20 AM

really helpful thread,
good one...
thx....

gruerabbit

01-07-2008, 01:39 AM

Any idea how long it will take for a new user to become a regular members?

Full Throttle

01-13-2008, 11:22 AM

widgit

01-14-2008, 10:23 PM

I apologize but I am new to the posting thing and I have not been able to find a location on this site which explains how I can post a deal. I obviously know how to post a reply, but that is all. HELP PLEASE! THANK YOU!

When you are in the forum that you want to create your thread in, there should be a button for "New Thread" at the top of the forum thread list, on the left. Click that, create your post and submit :).

rdilliker

03-23-2008, 06:30 AM

Maybe I'm missing something but when I do an "advanced forum search" and choose to sort the results by last posting date, the results are not sorted by time, just date. I guess that is "correct" since the results are still sorted by last posting "date", but when I've used this feature on other forums it also orders the results within a particular date based on time of last posting.

ChaoticPeace

04-05-2008, 12:01 PM

Great job supplying the new people like me with a few FAQ's on how to this site is operated. I have a few more questions after quickly reading over them. Why can I not view anyone's public profile? and Is there really a certain number of reps I need to give reps? What if eveyday becomes a national "Don't Rep ChaoticPeace Day", would I never be able to give reps?

But yeah, for the most post the FAQ's were very informative. If I could give you reps I would, but i guesss I'll just have to owe you one. Thanks

SlickChik

04-05-2008, 01:42 PM

lupus

04-10-2008, 10:06 AM

How many posts do you have to make before you can view profiles or PM members?

chilliepepper

05-25-2008, 12:35 PM

How many posts do you need to be able to enable private messages? (I tried searching this thread and didn't find it...sorry if I missed it)

dagrin

05-27-2008, 01:06 PM

Quick question... I think I understand everything except what the bar underneath your name means. I know that by mods its different and sometimes says L, L2, L3 ...by regular people. Also, I see that some people customize it etc. Is it indicative of how long you have been on the site or how many reps or how many posts? Please explain!

BTW great thread...very helpful

widgit

05-28-2008, 01:58 AM

How many posts do you need to be able to enable private messages? (I tried searching this thread and didn't find it...sorry if I missed it)

There's not really a pre-determined number, at least that the mods will actually state (protection against those that sign up just to try to spam the forums or members :)). So just post naturally, contribute if, when or how you can (even if just a post to help someone, give thanks, add info to someone else's deal, etc) and it will come fairly quickly :)

Quick question... I think I understand everything except what the bar underneath your name means. I know that by mods its different and sometimes says L, L2, L3 ...by regular people. Also, I see that some people customize it etc. Is it indicative of how long you have been on the site or how many reps or how many posts? Please explain!

BTW great thread...very helpful

The bar is an indicator of how many posts you have. The blue in the bar increases the more you post. And once the blue reaches the end of/fills up the first bar (which takes a lot posts!), a new one starts beneath it, this time with green.

dagrin

05-28-2008, 01:04 PM

The bar is an indicator of how many posts you have. The blue in the bar increases the more you post. And once the blue reaches the end of/fills up the first bar (which takes a lot posts!), a new one starts beneath it, this time with green.

Thanks

mistyinca

06-17-2008, 05:03 AM

Someone please explain the term "smash and grab". This one is new to me.

thanks

slayers750

06-18-2008, 09:26 PM

Someone please explain the term "smash and grab". This one is new to me.

thanks

Smash and grab is when somebody abuses a coupon (i.e. the CVS $5 off any energizer battery coupon from last year) by making lots of transactions in a store (to get around the fact you can't use two in 1 transaction), causing the item that coupon is for to go OOS and generally do nothing but annoy other customers and employees.

This then leads to stores tightening up coupon policy and imposing stricter limits which causes everyone to lose.

Other example of smash and grab:

Holding up the line to make more than 1 transaction because you can't use the same coupon twice in 1 transaction, instead of going to the end of the line at the end of the transaction.

Showing up at CVS with multiple cards in the name of fake people and/or animals on Sunday Morning at 7:00 AM and clearing the entire store of ECB items.

Bragging you used an expired coupon lots of times at the same store (or even different stores).

Demanding a coupon that beeps to be pushed through at stores that are "if it scans, we accept" -- this usually causes these stores to start reading coupons instead of just scanning.

dagrin

06-26-2008, 10:38 AM

If somebody reps me while they still have less than 50 posts it doesn't count. When they get 50 posts, does it get counted?

MissyMooMoo

06-26-2008, 10:48 AM

If somebody reps me while they still have less than 50 posts it doesn't count. When they get 50 posts, does it get counted?

Nope, it doesn't count.

joeslick

08-28-2008, 04:35 PM

thank you very much!! You Rock!!!!!!!!!!

Shopper77

11-13-2008, 09:45 AM

widgit

11-13-2008, 07:47 PM

Is there a certain amount of posts or time that has to pass before you can submit a topic? I tried and was told it would have to get moderator approval first. Is that on all topic posts or just for newbies with under a certain post count/time frame?

Thanks a lot! :look:

That's just for newbies. :nod: The mods won't say exactly how long they moderate new users threads (so the spammers won't learn the secret ;)), but it usually isn't for very long. And the mods usually get those threads approved and posted fairly quickly, too. Just keep participating normally and pretty soon you'll be off the 'newbie moderating' list :).

Shopper77

11-13-2008, 08:02 PM

Thank you for the fast response!

One more question:
How long before I can add my own avatar under my name instead of the options from SD? and I would like to also have a cool saying above the avatar, any help?

:) Thanks!

widgit

11-16-2008, 02:30 AM

My pleasure and welcome to SD :)

It shouldn't be very long before you can do both of those. The custom avatar may even already be available to you by now. Even though you only joined a couple of days ago, you have several posts, which is usually part of the requirements to get some of the 'extras'. Check your User CP > Edit Avatar and scroll down past the standard SD ones. That's where the option to upload a custom avatar should show up. Remember the size limits though: 66x66 and, I think, 19 or 20kb

As for the customer user title, that's under the 'Edit Profile' option in your User CP. If I recall I had less than a month's wait (maybe only a week or two?) before I could change mine. But that was a couple of years ago (yikes! :lol:) so I may be a bit off.

jennrn

11-16-2008, 06:55 AM

Thanks for this thread.

How are people posting smilie's that aren't on the smilie list? Any recommended websites for smilies/avatars? Thanks

Jex

11-16-2008, 05:21 PM

Thanks for this thread.

How are people posting smilie's that aren't on the smilie list? Any recommended websites for smilies/avatars? Thanks

Here is the entire list. Or you can link a miley by selecting insert image from the posting menu. It's the yellow icon with the mountain and moon.

Shopper77

11-18-2008, 08:12 PM

Thanks widgit!!!

Have a good one :)

EmjaySD

02-15-2009, 08:35 AM

Much better Vbulletin upgrade. The home page looks a lot better.)

JSRANCHMN

04-11-2009, 09:31 AM

widgit

04-11-2009, 09:04 PM

A.) Why can't I figure out multiple quoting?
I click the multiple quote button on post and then another and then go to the open field. I try pasting after I select the multiple quote. Is it possible that I am one of the only people who doesn't get it?

B.) Why can't I find any information on multiple quoting?

To multiquote, click on the http://i.slickdeals.net/images/buttons/multiquote_off.gif multi-quote button on each post that you want to quote, except the last post. On the last post that you're quoting, click on the regularhttp://i.slickdeals.net/images/buttons/reply.gif 'reply' button instead. When the reply box comes up, all of the quotes *should* be there, including that of the final post.

Why isn't there a prominent location for advanced posting with a listing below like:

Advanced Posting:

Adding and naming a hyperlink

Hyperlinking: Info in this very thread (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=81227&t=511057#anchc) :)

Starting a Thread

Click the button that says 'New Thread' that's at the top left of any forum :)

Enhancing your post when posting a deal (Suggestions)
i.e.
1.) Put multiple links when posting a deal with original prices and sale prices
2.) Add a product review from a reputable source when posting a deal
3.) Include a link for the rebate

That type of info and suggestions are in almost all of the FAQs for each forum, which are stickied at the top of each forum. Unfortunately not everyone reads them.

I have to tell you, I am getting frustrated and feel confined. I have been around for awhile and did not want to post a deal because I didn’t know how to insert a link and name it instead of along string of characters. I need encouragement man! What I requested above would be considered encouraging.

I just feel like answers are buried too deep in the website.

:hug: It's true, a lot of the information on how and what to do is spread around throughout the forums. That's why McSlick put this FAQ megathread together, to try to bring as much of the information together in one place as possible. :nod:

JSRANCHMN

04-11-2009, 10:17 PM

To multiquote, click on the http://i.slickdeals.net/images/buttons/multiquote_off.gif multi-quote button on each post that you want to quote, except the last post. On the last post that you're quoting, click on the regularhttp://i.slickdeals.net/images/buttons/reply.gif 'reply' button instead. When the reply box comes up, all of the quotes *should* be there, including that of the final post.

Hyperlinking: Info in this very thread (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=81227&t=511057#anchc) :)

Click the button that says 'New Thread' that's at the top left of any forum :)

That type of info and suggestions are in almost all of the FAQs for each forum, which are stickied at the top of each forum. Unfortunately not everyone reads them.

:hug: It's true, a lot of the information on how and what to do is spread around throughout the forums. That's why McSlick put this FAQ megathread together, to try to bring as much of the information together in one place as possible. :nod:

Thank you so much for your enlightening response. All of it was very helpful. I did see hyperlinking in the thread and you have pointd me in the right direction and now I know where to go. I was proposing consildation of 'like' information all falling under one topic ~ all you need to know about posting in a prominant location.

McSlick

04-11-2009, 10:28 PM

To multiquote, click on the http://i.slickdeals.net/images/buttons/multiquote_off.gif multi-quote button on each post that you want to quote, except the last post. On the last post that you're quoting, click on the regularhttp://i.slickdeals.net/images/buttons/reply.gif 'reply' button instead. When the reply box comes up, all of the quotes *should* be there, including that of the final post.

Click the button that says 'New Thread' that's at the top left of any forum :)

Added to this thread :thanks:
Thank you so much for your enlightening response. All of it was very helpful. I did see hyperlinking in the thread and you have pointd me in the right direction and now I know where to go. I was proposing consildation of 'like' information all falling under one topic ~ all you need to know about posting in a prominant location.
I hear ya. I have been thinking of ways to re order this thread so maybe this will motivate me-- I have been slacking :O You can always go to the first post and search the page using your internet brower (ctrl + F in IE & FF) just type in what word you are looking for.

So now you know how to multi-quote, hyperlink, and where to find other answers to your questions, so hopefully you got the encouragement to post some slickdeals cuz we need ya! :grouphug:

JSRANCHMN

04-12-2009, 08:17 AM

Added to this thread :thanks:

I hear ya. I have been thinking of ways to re order this thread so maybe this will motivate me-- I have been slacking :O You can always go to the first post and search the page using your internet brower (ctrl + F in IE & FF) just type in what word you are looking for.

So now you know how to multi-quote, hyperlink, and where to find other answers to your questions, so hopefully you got the encouragement to post some slickdeals cuz we need ya! :grouphug:

Thank you very much. You know I was actually just trying to help with a suggestion of what I thought might be benefical to the Slickdeal's community. I feel validated with your response and definately more empowered. I have seen how developed some people are when they post a deal by putting several links in the initial post, including product reviews and links to rebates and that is inspiring. When I tried to post something I didn't even know how to put a link in with a name and I felt a bit lame putting a a long string of characters in so now I feel more Slickdeals savvy.

buland

04-13-2009, 09:31 AM

Nice job man.

er1ca

05-02-2009, 06:58 PM

AggieMom

05-04-2009, 08:01 PM

i saw today that my signature had been changed because i had linked to a site with referral links in it.

fair enough, but why can't i edit my signature now? i just get a message that i am not allowed to have a signature. am i on time out? :)

You should probably PM a moderator for the answer to that question. Here's the list of mods. (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php)

er1ca

05-04-2009, 10:25 PM

You should probably PM a moderator for the answer to that question. Here's the list of mods. (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showgroups.php)

thanks, will do

jaydid.echo

05-12-2009, 07:38 AM

Reputation Points (Reps)

What is a rep?
How do I rep? (screen shot)
I tried to rep but I can�t. Make sure you logged in. Also, the rep feature is disabled for new users.
How much are reps worth? thanks buddy72192
You can view your last five reputation points by clicking here
How can I see all my reputation points from a certain post? screen shot
How can I see all my reputations points since I joined? PM a moderator if interested.
I tried to rep but it says "Sorry, you cannot give reputation to this post. The post is either too old or it is disabled for that particular forum.
From "Quick Links" in the Forum Bar, click on "My Profile". On your profile page, there's 5 tabs underneath your rep points: "Deals I Like", "Deals I Don't Like", "Voting History", "Reps" and "Reps Given" (your rep history is in the latter 2 tabs).

You can only see your own rep history. Others can't see your rep history, with the exception of mods. And you can't see others' rep history. The latter 2 tabs on a profile page is omitted if it's not your own profile page.

McSlick

05-13-2009, 01:05 AM

From "Quick Links" in the Forum Bar, click on "My Profile". On your profile page, there's 5 tabs underneath your rep points: "Deals I Like", "Deals I Don't Like", "Voting History", "Reps" and "Reps Given" (your rep history is in the latter 2 tabs).

You can only see your own rep history. Others can't see your rep history, with the exception of mods. And you can't see others' rep history. The latter 2 tabs on a profile page is omitted if it's not your own profile page.
:thanks: updated

McSlick

05-13-2009, 01:28 AM

Thread Subscriptions offer a means to track certain threads that are of particular interest to you.
Even if you are unable to visit the site for days at a time, you may quickly find a “Subscribed” thread much easier than searching through pages and pages of newer topics in the main forums.

You can Subscribe to a thread as follows:

* While viewing a given thread, click on the “Thread Tools” control near the upper right corner of the thread, then click on “Subscribe to this Thread” in the drop-down menu that appears. screen shot (http://a2.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=207391&stc=1&d=1242202785)

When you wish to view or search your Subscribed Threads, use either of the two methods:

* Click on the “Quick Links” control toward the right end of the black colored Control Bar at the very top of all forum pages. From the drop-down menu, click on “Subscribed Threads” and a list of all Subscribed Threads will be presented;

* Click on the User Control Panel link (http://forums.slickdeals.net/usercp.php) at the far left end of the black colored Control Bar at the very top of all forum pages. To view all Subscribed Threads, click on the List Subscriptions link midway down the left side Menu Bar.

To Delete Subscribed Threads or Move them to other folders, select the threads to be deleted or moved by adding a check mark to the box at the far right of each thread, then click the drop-down control at the bottom right of the list and select “Move to folder” or “Delete Subscription” from the list and click “Go”.

PimpUigi

05-23-2009, 07:40 AM

How many posts do I need to be able to vote on if a deal is good or not?

widgit

05-23-2009, 08:43 PM

How many posts do I need to be able to vote on if a deal is good or not?

I believe that it's actually a matter of not only how many posts you have, but also the fact that you're a brand new user as of today :). It'll probably take a couple of days or so before you can vote. That's one of the temporary restrictions that new users have, to deter those that may just sign up to spam, self-promote, etc. So just keep posting and participating normally and most likely you'll be able to use the voting system fairly soon :)

(:secret: The mods won't give out exact timing on how or when restrictions on new users are lifted :))

kudzu

07-07-2009, 07:36 AM

How do I insert a smilie when giving reputation?

DNC

07-07-2009, 08:38 AM

How do I insert a smilie when giving reputation?

You have to type in the smiley code (http://forums.slickdeals.net/misc.php?do=getsmilies&editorid=vB_Editor_001&select_category=More+Smilies) that corresponds to the smiley. For example, for :whee: you'd have to type :whee:

lilvenom

09-13-2009, 10:21 AM

how many posts do i have to make before PMs are enabled?

McSlick

09-13-2009, 10:32 AM

how many posts do i have to make before PMs are enabled?

* New Users have limited privileges than regular members. New Users posts and threads are also monitored by the moderators. Just participate more in the forums.
* How long does it take until a new thread from a new member will be approved?
* Limits on new user�s privileges can also include:

*not being allowed to send PM�s (private messages)
*only being allowed to send one PM
*not being able to use a custom avatar
*not being able to use a custom user title (the L1, L2 thing under your username).
*Sending website URLs and email addresses in a PM is also disallowed for new users.

Most of these limits are in place to deter would-be spammers but usually don�t last too long. So be patient, participate in the forums as you normally would, and soon you�ll have access to just about everything

the exact number is not given out. As the New Users (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?t=511057#anchf) section of this FAQ indicates just participate more-- it will happen sooner than later :)

Welcome to Slickdeals lilvenom :wave:

cjhs101

09-13-2009, 02:32 PM

McSlick,

Your information is informative, appreciated and well written! :D The time and effort used to compile this guide was particularly generous! :woot:

I thank you for choosing to advise us whom are 'not in the know'... albeit... we �newbies� in the learning stages. :confused:

Kudos to you for your selflessness! Thank you! :clap:

Coachie

09-17-2009, 02:52 PM

Hello, I've searched, and I can't seem to find an answer to my question. Are your smilies and graphics somehow stored on a different server? I see the site fine, but for some reason I don't see any icons or smilies when I'm at work. The only thing I can think of they must be blocked by websense, but if I can come here, why would only part of the page be blocked?

DNC

09-17-2009, 02:56 PM

Maybe i.slickdeals.net is blocked.

Coachie

09-17-2009, 03:00 PM

widgit

09-17-2009, 07:50 PM

Thanks DNC, looks like you're right. Now why in the heck would they do that to me? You have any idea how hard it is to read lounge forums without seeing smilies? GRRRRR. Half the posts look blank... lol
Maybe your comapny's servers or websense don't recognize i.slickdeals.net as legit, or they're just being strict because that's where the images live and they're blocking images. :dontknow: Can you ask your company to allow or whitelist i.slickdeals.net? (if they don't mind you surfing while at work ;))

If that doesn't work, possibly post this question as a new thread here in Site Issues and see if any of the SD admins have a solution? (not sure how often the admins look at this particular thread, so not sure if they'd see your post or not otherwise.)

maksikk

09-19-2009, 03:53 PM

so how much is the certain number of posts needed for new members?

h438dlk34

10-31-2009, 09:22 AM

how are the threads under the "contest and sweeps" category listed, is it based off of how many ratings they have, or on the time they were posted?

widgit

10-31-2009, 07:54 PM

how are the threads under the "contest and sweeps" category listed, is it based off of how many ratings they have, or on the time they were posted?

I believe it's like any other forum. Default is newest post/reply (not necessarily thread) first. Unless you have the thread sorting options set differently in your UserCP.

jterp7

11-16-2009, 07:54 AM

does anyone else have problems viewing the first page of threads in the hot deals section?

Den010

12-18-2009, 04:57 PM

When I find a deal, how do I start a new thread?

McSlick

12-18-2009, 05:04 PM

When I find a deal, how do I start a new thread?

...go to the right forum and you'll see a button to the left and right above the first thread that says "New Thread" Click on that and add your info.

My first Schooby post :grin:

Let me know if you have questions. If not, post the deal!! :whip: oh, and do a search first ;)

un07627

01-24-2010, 02:26 PM

:please2:
what does "OP" mean next to my user name? Can't find info in facts for icon definitions, etc. . Thanks in advance :).

McSlick

01-24-2010, 09:24 PM

:please2:
what does "OP" mean next to my user name? Can't find info in facts for icon definitions, etc. . Thanks in advance :).
Hi un07627,

OP means original poster. That tag is there so when you are viewing a thread past the first post and the OP (Original Poster) replies, you can easily see it is from them.

For example, there should be an OP next to my name in this thread because I am the OP (creator of the thread)

There are tags for OP (Original Poster in blue) SD (SlickDeals staff in red) & B (Friends/ Buddies in green) Buddies are people in your buddy list (http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=buddylist)

You can read more about it in this thread (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1527967)

The answer to your original question ("what does OP mean?") was located in the first post of this thread under

Abbreviations

Click for list (http://forums.slickdeals.net/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_new_faq_item)

if you click the link and go to the letter O, it will be there. But I have not added the stamps yet, so I can see how it could be confusing. Thank you for pointing it out-- I will add it soon.

Best,

McSlick

As a side note you asked about category icons in a previous thread but don't know if you saw the answer

where do you see the category icons?

Hello un07627,

category icons are located at the left hand side of each thread and all of them are at the bottom left of the forum pages (hot deals, freebies, etc).

I have added how to sort by them in the SD FAQ Megathread (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057) under Category Icons (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchy)

Category Icons

How to sort by thread category / filter by category icon (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=2465245&postcount=2)

I forgot to add it to the thread :O Thank you for bringing to my attention :)

:thanks: + :welcome:

McSlick

02-07-2010, 12:08 AM

Greetings and salutations!

If you are reading this you are most likely new to SlickDeals.net (also know as "SD"). This thread is to help smooth your transition into a new and exciting world of saving money. Let me be the first to welcome you! :welcome:

Your curiosities and inquiries are most likely answered here. If not, feel free to post in this thread and your question(s) will be answered shortly.

Additionally, any feedback is always welcomed. Thanks for reading!

I only have 1 Private Message [PM]. What gives?!?

PMs are limited to one during your initiation period into SD. This includes PMs you send and receive. Delete the PM you have sent/received to send or receive another one. Repeat until you are a regular member.

Why are PMs limited to 1?

The reason why is simple. SD gets spammed crazy! It happens when you are a major website. New user spammers come here to post their websites and links to evilly lure you into "deals" that are not really deals. You probably do not notice it because the staff of this site does such an excellent job of insuring each members safety and security but it happens on a daily basis. Furthermore, this limitation is to protect members from malicious & unwanted messages, posts, and other such communications.

When will I be able to have full privileges?

The exact formula will never be given out. NEVER. The reason for this is so spammers don't know the "magic" equation, fulfill it, and then spam you. All I can say is that you need to participate more. It will happen before you know it. :)

What other privileges are suspended during my initiation?

Besides PMing, New Users cannot rate threads (http://i.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=32692&stc=1&d=1173400779), give reputation points (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchi) [reps], have a signature (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#ancho), or send website URLs and email addresses in a PM.

What else should I know?

Your posts and threads are moderated (i.e. moderators approve your post(s)/thread(s) before they are displayed).

How long before my post/thread shows up?

This varies. Could be anywhere from a couple minutes to a couple hours. Please be patient. :)

How do I know when I have passed initiation?

Your user title will turn from "New User (http://slickdeals.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=326627&stc=1&d=1265501699)" to "L1: Learner (http://slickdeals.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=326625&stc=1&d=1265501699)".

I posted in a thread but my post count didn't go up. What gives?
Any thread marked "chat (http://slickdeals.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=326631&stc=1&d=1265504211)" will not count towards your post count.

I just repped someone and their reputation number didn't increase. What gives? Read the breakdown of reputation points here (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=467715). Thanks buddy72192 (http://slickdeals.net/forums/member.php?u=114785).

What are some of the forum features?
Click here for a screen shot (http://slickdeals.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=253211&d=1251583416). There is also a FAQ (http://slickdeals.net/forums/faq.php?faq=sd_faq_item#faq_slickdeals_20_beta_faq) section for the front page features as well.

How can I view my posts or threads?
You can click "Quick Links (http://slickdeals.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=326711&stc=1&d=1265528078)" and then click on the link in your profile page (http://slickdeals.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=326713&stc=1&d=1265528078).

How do I get my urls from www.slickdeals.net to this (http://slickdeals.net)?
How to hyperlink (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=70647&t=276158).

Your other questions should be answered in the SD FAQ Mega Thread (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057). Please read it and see if your questions are answered. If not, feel free to ask. SDers are always eager to help their fellow members, new and old.

Some highlights from the SD FAQ Mega Thread (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057):

Abbreviations (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#ancha)
FAQ's (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchb)
Moderators (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchd)
Search Tips (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchl)
Smilies (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchp)
Thread information (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchr) (how to post a new one, where did my thread go, etc).
Wiki (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#anchx)

Happy Slickdealing and see you on the forums! :bye:

vws

02-14-2010, 08:13 PM

I have a quick question -- as I've been using SlickDeals.net more often than ever, the number of my subscribed threads is growing rapidly every day. I wonder if there's a limit on the max. number of subscriptions allowed per member so I should start subscribing sparingly. If so, then is there a table that lists up the limit of each respective membership level, for example? Or is it more like a certain limit per subscription folder? Thanks and I appreciate this great user guide that you put together! :)

DNC

02-14-2010, 08:25 PM

I currently have over 2,000 thread subscriptions. My guess is if there is a limit, it' be 32,767 or 65,535, but could be higher than that.

edit:
Unless things have changed, subscriptionid was created as an unsigned smallint, which would give a maximum of 65535.

jahruleu

03-31-2010, 10:32 PM

New Look Horrible.. I'm lost and venting here. Just horrible.

punkfoo

04-01-2010, 03:08 AM

I don't recall this happening in the past, but it's gotten me nervous. I looked at an older post where I thanked an OP for posting, and it was upside-down. I'm a bit concerned that this is a virus? Or am I just being dumb? If it is intentional, I'm not sure I see the point.

joer316

04-08-2010, 04:57 PM

New Look Horrible.. I'm lost and venting here. Just horrible.

:lol: yeah I prefer the old way too...they should have included the option to leave it the way it was before :mad:

Starry9

05-09-2010, 11:25 AM

Hi all,

can anyone pls kindly help to teach me how to move thread from hot deals forum to coupon forum? i want to move my post but dunno how 2 do it, TIA!

widgit

05-09-2010, 11:48 AM

Hi all,

can anyone pls kindly help to teach me how to move thread from hot deals forum to coupon forum? i want to move my post but dunno how 2 do it, TIA!

Hi Starry9 :) To have your thread moved to a different forum, just click on the Mod Alert button that's at the bottom of your post and in the box that appears, ask a mod to move it for you. They're usually pretty quick at doing so :)

Starry9

05-10-2010, 10:37 AM

Hi Starry9 :) To have your thread moved to a different forum, just click on the Mod Alert button that's at the bottom of your post and in the box that appears, ask a mod to move it for you. They're usually pretty quick at doing so :)

thanks a lot for ur reply n advice, rep!

joer316

05-10-2010, 11:39 AM

I've noticed that on some people's profile page you can see the reps they've given/received and on other people's pages you can't. Is there some setting to turn that on/off that I've missed?

SP33DFR34K

05-10-2010, 11:50 AM

I've noticed that on some people's profile page you can see the reps they've given/received and on other people's pages you can't. Is there some setting to turn that on/off that I've missed?

UserCP (http://slickdeals.net/forums/usercp.php) > Settings & Options > Edit Options (http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=editoptions#collapseobj_uopt_misc) > My Profile Privacy Options

DNC

05-10-2010, 11:50 AM

I've noticed that on some people's profile page you can see the reps they've given/received and on other people's pages you can't. Is there some setting to turn that on/off that I've missed?
http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=editoptions
Under Miscellaneous Options towards the bottom.
My Profile Privacy Options
Allow others to see reputation you have received
Allow others to see reputation you have given
Allow others to see your voting history tab

Check what ever you want people to see then click save.

joer316

05-10-2010, 04:37 PM

thanks :nod:

widgit

05-10-2010, 04:49 PM

I've noticed that on some people's profile page you can see the reps they've given/received and on other people's pages you can't. Is there some setting to turn that on/off that I've missed?

Go to your UserCP, click 'Edit Options' on the left hand side, scroll down almost to the bottom of the page. Under the 'Miscellaneous Options' > My Profile Privacy Options', check or uncheck the box next to 'Allow others to see reputation you have received' or 'Allow others to see reputation you have given' (whichever you prefer), save changes and done :)

Edit: nvm, looks like SP33DFR34K and DNC beat me to it! :lol:

DNC

05-10-2010, 05:43 PM

Go to your UserCP, click 'Edit Options' on the left hand side, scroll down almost to the bottom of the page. Under the 'Miscellaneous Options' > My Profile Privacy Options', check or uncheck the box next to 'Allow others to see reputation you have received' or 'Allow others to see reputation you have given' (whichever you prefer), save changes and done :)

Edit: nvm, looks like SP33DFR34K and dzap beat me to it! :lol:

Dzap? O_o

widgit

05-10-2010, 09:46 PM

Dzap? O_o
Oops! :O Not only did my brain apparently go on vacation right then, but seems that its destination of choice was a black hole! :lol: Sorry about that. :hug: Fixed!

(BTW, if anyone happens to find my brain, please drop me a note at nobrainer@emptyhead.com. Thanks :blush4:)

imjustagirl

05-23-2010, 08:40 AM

widgit

05-24-2010, 07:02 PM

How do I replace expired coupon threads to the current one?
I only want the most up to date printable + code of various store in my area.
Once threads expired seem I should be able to replaced with new automatically.
Looked but can not find answer. What ignore button are for?

I'm not sure that I understand what you're asking. If you're talking about threads that you've either subscribed to or stickied to the top of a forum, then you can just either unsubscribe or unsticky that thread once it's no longer needed. Then just sticky or subscribe to the new one.

As for the ignore button, it's for ignoring threads, so it can be used to ignore threads you no longer wish to see. But be aware that there's a limit on how many threads you can ignore. How many each user can ignore is based on time and posts, up to a maximum of 400. You can see how many you can ignore by going in to your UserCP and then clicking on the Ignored Threads option on the left-hand side.

MacFreak

06-07-2010, 11:33 PM

DNC

06-07-2010, 11:46 PM

There's a restriction for signatures for new users.

McSlick

06-08-2010, 03:38 AM

I am beyond irritated. I have been trying to edit/add my signature. I have read every faq there is out there. And, it isn't helping the options I am being told to choose are not even a choice have. Can someone please tell me step by step where EXACTLY it is I am supposed to go to edit my signature? Thank you

Hi MacFreak,

Welcome to SlickDeals!

If you read this thread, it is posted twice-- once in the Signature (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=511057#ancho) section "Members with the the user title of New User cannot have a signature. Just participate more :)" and in the New User Guide (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=27306385&postcount=81) "New Users cannot rate threads, give reputation points [reps], have a signature, or send website URLs and email addresses in a PM."

Reading the New User Guide (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=27306385&postcount=81) should answer most of your questions.

Please let us know if you have anymore questions.

rustum

06-22-2010, 08:59 PM

Is there any thread to sell dell gift certificates for SDers instead of going through Ebay hassle. Got a $200 dell gift certificate code. I was thinking of getting a laptop myself from dell.com. But recently got a hp refurb laptop from cowboom for $300.

cgrady

06-22-2010, 09:34 PM

No, selling coupons/certificates is not allowed on the site :)

jhstew1

08-03-2010, 12:07 PM

BB code (http://slickdeals.net/forums/misc.php?do=bbcode) is On
Smilies (http://slickdeals.net/forums/misc.php?do=showsmilies) are On
[IMG] (http://slickdeals.net/forums/misc.php?do=bbcode#imgcode) code is On
HTML code is Off

Why is HTML Off ?

TIA !!

cgrady

08-03-2010, 01:22 PM

Because you can do anything you should need to with bbcode, and html opens the door for security issues :)

jhstew1

08-03-2010, 02:29 PM

Because you can do anything you should need to with bbcode, and html opens the door for security issues :)
oh ok...thanks :bigup:

dooster

08-05-2010, 04:17 PM

widgit

08-05-2010, 11:21 PM

anyone can tell me how to post my custom avatar?

I added a picture to my profile but its not showing up, I follow instructions with 100 x 100 pixel

Is the profile picture separate from the avatar?

thanks in advance

Yes, a profile picture is separate from the avatar. To add an avatar go to your UserCP and on the left side (a little below the edit profile picture link that you used before), you'll the Settings & Options area. Click the Edit Avatar link. Upload your avatar (max size: 75 x 75 pixels or 19.5 kb, whichever is smaller), save changes and done. :)

As a new user, though, just be aware that you may not yet have enough time or posts yet in order to be allowed your own custom avatar. But if not, don't worry, just post and participate normally and it'll happen very soon :nod:

And welcome to SD! :)

ljviss

08-22-2010, 02:06 PM

I am trying to embed an image; why does this not work?

http://slickdeals.net/forums/[img]http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919

http://slickdeals.net/forums/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919http://ljvissweb.com/no%20staples%205%20percent.jpg

kindapuffy

08-22-2010, 02:11 PM

I am trying to embed an image; why does this not work?

http://slickdeals.net/forums/[img]http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919

It worked for me :confused:

http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919

brisar

08-22-2010, 02:27 PM

I am trying to embed an image; why does this not work?

http://slickdeals.net/forums/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919
Hi ljviss :)

when you are in "post a reply":

click "manage attachments"
a box will pop up
add the link for the image to "Upload File from a URL"
add &=.jpeg to the end of it
click "upload"
click on the location in the post that you want to pic to be
click on the staple icon at the top of the post (next to the smilie face)
it will show the available image
click on it
it will then go into the post
submit the post

ljviss

08-22-2010, 02:58 PM

is it possible that embedded images are not allowed in the hot deals forums?

DNC

08-22-2010, 03:07 PM

is it possible that embedded images are not allowed in the hot deals forums?

They are not. You must attach them.

brisar

08-22-2010, 03:09 PM

is it possible that embedded images are not allowed in the hot deals forums?

They are not. You must attach them.
If you follow my instructions above, you attach them and then embedd them

Did you try all of the steps ljviss? I tested it with your pic and it worked

ljviss

08-22-2010, 06:08 PM

I tested it with your pic and it worked

did you test it in the Hot Deals forum also?

* add &=.jpeg to the end of it

do you mean I should type it this way?

h ttp://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403165&stc=1&d=1282513072&=.jpeg

If I do I receive this error message:

Upload Errors
h ttp://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403165&stc=1&d=1282513072&=.jpeg: (http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403165&stc=1&d=1282513072&=.jpeg:)
Invalid URL

sorry if I am so thick headed about all this.

brisar

08-22-2010, 06:10 PM

the one you posted above (in post #115) is not the same one you were asking about earlier

you were asking about this:

http://a.slickdeals.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=403155&stc=1&d=1282509919

testing ...

brisar

08-22-2010, 06:12 PM

there, i just added it ^ and i didnt' get that message :dontknow:

yes, i did test it in the HD forum too

ljviss

08-22-2010, 06:34 PM

there, i just added it ^ and i didnt' get that message :dontknow:

yes, i did test it in the HD forum too

When you tried this in the HD forum did it show as a smaller icon of the image which then must be clicked on to see the full size image?

Because that is what I am getting. see below

403231

Instead I want it to look like this:
http://ljvissweb.com/no_staples_5_percent.jpg

brisar

08-22-2010, 06:42 PM

yes, they are small pics in the post and you have to click on them to enlarge them.
I didn't realize you wanted it to show up so large, sorry :P

ljviss

08-22-2010, 06:51 PM

yes, they are small pics in the post and you have to click on them to enlarge them.
I didn't realize you wanted it to show up so large, sorry :P

yeah I guess the large view is allowed in some forums but not in the HD forum

Jallelel

09-18-2010, 01:39 PM

widgit

09-18-2010, 09:45 PM

Hello, I'm a newbie, and I sincerely apologize if my question is addressed in your guide, but I've looked through it a few times and couldn't find it. I'm curious how many posts I must make in order to send a private message?

Hi kallistak and welcome to SD :)

The mods generally won't say exactly how many posts are needed for new users to gain specific privileges, such as being able to PM someone. This is to deter would-be spammers from just joining, posting the required number of posts and then spamming the heck out of the users. But it usually isn't very long, so just post and participate as you normally would and soon you'll start being able to do so.

As an FYI, when you do gain the privilege to use private messaging, at first you'll probably only be allowed one or two PMs.(again to deter would-be spammers) So keep your PM box, both inbox and sent, clear or it will get full very fast. Once you've been here longer and/or posted more then you'll start to be allowed more PMs. :)

Jallelel

09-19-2010, 11:43 AM

Hi kallistak and welcome to SD :)

The mods generally won't say exactly how many posts are needed for new users to gain specific privileges, such as being able to PM someone. This is to deter would-be spammers from just joining, posting the required number of posts and then spamming the heck out of the users. But it usually isn't very long, so just post and participate as you normally would and soon you'll start being able to do so.

As an FYI, when you do gain the privilege to use private messaging, at first you'll probably only be allowed one or two PMs.(again to deter would-be spammers) So keep your PM box, both inbox and sent, clear or it will get full very fast. Once you've been here longer and/or posted more then you'll start to be allowed more PMs. :)

Thank you so much for your help. And I'm glad to be a part of the community!

Reibear

10-20-2010, 05:15 PM

I don't see a way to edit the wiki thing (probably because I'm new), so I'm going to guess that by "here," the wiki means this thread, and not the wiki.

As such, I would like to point out a couple of typos I found on my way to the new user guide (was looking for it because the new user message at the top was pretty vague about PM rights, but the guide cleared that up for me).

The header for Count Down Clock (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=1056511&t=511057#anchv) (Countdown Clock? The link at the top of the post writes it that way though) says Clock Down Clock.

Additionally, the link to "vBulletin FAQ" a few lines down from there doesn't seem to lead anywhere.

P.S. here are a couple of acronym things I found that don't seem to be on the abbreviations list and I don't know what they mean: SRC, RBM

McSlick

11-04-2010, 09:05 PM

I don't see a way to edit the wiki thing (probably because I'm new), so I'm going to guess that by "here," the wiki means this thread, and not the wiki.
You may either update the wiki or post in this thread, it's your preference :)

The header for Count Down Clock (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=1056511&t=511057#anchv) (Countdown Clock? The link at the top of the post writes it that way though) says Clock Down Clock.

Additionally, the link to "vBulletin FAQ" a few lines down from there doesn't seem to lead anywhere.
I corrected these two items. Thank you for pointing them out.

P.S. here are a couple of acronym things I found that don't seem to be on the abbreviations list and I don't know what they mean: SRC, RBM
I did not make that list nor can I make changes/updates to it.

SRC - Secret Reward Card (this is a Victoria Secret card)
RBM - Redeemed By Me (usually if someone posts a one time code or coupon)
RNBM - Redeem Not By Me (invented by DNC (http://slickdeals.net/forums/member.php?u=1709))

Please let me know if you have anymore questions.

Best regards,

McSlick

mollybee74

12-17-2010, 01:05 PM

I promise I searched for the answer with no luck...
Is there a way to rep someone who has only added to the Wiki for a deal, but not added a comment? TIA!

Schooby

12-17-2010, 02:01 PM

I promise I searched for the answer with no luck...
Is there a way to rep someone who has only added to the Wiki for a deal, but not added a comment? TIA!

Not in that post/comment. You could find another of their posts and rep with a message about their wiki info.

DNC

12-19-2010, 12:38 PM

I promise I searched for the answer with no luck...
Is there a way to rep someone who has only added to the Wiki for a deal, but not added a comment? TIA!
Not in that post/comment. You could find another of their posts and rep with a message about their wiki info.
Yes. Click Revisions, and look for the revision they made. You can click on the rep box there.

Schooby

12-19-2010, 01:41 PM

Yes. Click Revisions, and look for the revision they made. You can click on the rep box there.

:lol: Oh...just learned something new. :P :worthy:

hmm I just tried it and it didn't let me...but that doesn't mean you can't ...probably a pebcak issue.

DNC

12-19-2010, 10:27 PM

:lol: Oh...just learned something new. :P :worthy:

hmm I just tried it and it didn't let me...but that doesn't mean you can't ...probably a pebcak issue.
Wasn't able to get it to work for me in FF or Chrome. Might want to pass that off to one of the developers.

chabala

12-29-2010, 10:21 AM

How do I delete my account?

Schooby

12-29-2010, 02:17 PM

How do I delete my account?
I can close your account for you. Emailing us is the usual step.

Yummyyyy

01-08-2011, 11:56 AM

Hi, Where do I alert all users in Slickdeals about a fraud user.

widgit

01-09-2011, 08:37 PM

Hi, Where do I alert all users in Slickdeals about a fraud user.
For an issue with another user, you'd PM a moderator (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showgroups.php) and tell them what you believe the issue/problem to be. Then the mod(s) can take care of whatever the problem is, if necessary.

Superman24

02-02-2011, 09:00 PM

Hey guys!! I am trying to post a new deal which i found on costco but i have no option to create a new thread? Its annoying because in the beginning i saw (+deal) something to that degree and i do not see anything now? Any information will help, thank you. PM if anyone can, thanks again.

kuteuberpixie

03-05-2011, 11:05 PM

widgit

03-06-2011, 08:27 PM

QUESTION:

still kinda new myself, so just wondering.

i know its against rules on SD to post referral or affiliate links.
if i see a contest or post that may possibly have a referral link in it, should i click "mod alert"?
i dont want to be wrong and get in trouble from the mods myself, but i think the chances of the post have the affiliate link is high since i saw the offer on my affiliate page.
If you think it may have a referral link in it, then yes, mod alert it. Give the mods what details you know or suspect and they'll look in to it. You won't get in trouble for MA'ing it, that's what mod alerts are for. :)

freeisfun

03-08-2011, 11:02 PM

QUESTION

I have been trying to change my user name.I am failed every time.Are there any rules or specifications.

widgit

03-09-2011, 11:20 PM

QUESTION

I have been trying to change my user name.I am failed every time.Are there any rules or specifications.
By 'failed' do you mean that you're getting some kind of error message, or just that the mods are saying no to the name you want?

I don't recall seeing any rules or specifications about usernames (at least not in the site's FAQ, and it's been too long since I registered to remember if it stated any rules then). Is it possible that the username(s) that you've requested are already in use? To find out if the name you want is available, you might try searching for that username first. Do so under the Advanced Search (http://slickdeals.net/sdsearch.php), and then put the username you want in to the 'find posts by user' field. If nothing comes up when you type or search for that name, then it should be available.

If the name does not come up when you search, but you're still unable to change to that username, then maybe PM one of the mods (http://slickdeals.net/forums/showgroups.php) to find out why you can't change your name.

brisar

03-10-2011, 04:40 AM

QUESTION

I have been trying to change my user name.I am failed every time.Are there any rules or specifications.
Hi mariahaffan :)

I just checked all of the username change requests going all the way back to Dec 2010 and I don't see a request from you.

Did you fill out the username change request form (http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=requestusername)?

freeisfun

03-10-2011, 08:11 AM

Thanks,
I was finally able to change ,but its not letting me sign in with my new username.Its still accepting my old one only.Am I gonna get some confirmation or verification in my email for the new user name i requested.

Appreciate your help guys.

brisar

03-10-2011, 08:15 AM

freeisfun

03-10-2011, 08:18 AM

It had not yet been approved when you wrote this.
I just approved it, and now your new name is showing :)
Wonderful.Thanks again.

jhngh41

03-14-2011, 09:11 AM

I've been a member since 12/2007 but am a L2: Beginner so can I add a signature yet with a .bmp/.jpg? I browse SD everyday on and off but do not earn any reps or entries in the giveaways for time spent browsing SD.

Am I doing something wrong?

widgit

03-14-2011, 08:22 PM

Images are not allowed in sigs (except SD's smileys).

Signature Permissions (from the Edit Signature page):
Allow Basic BB Code Yes
Allow Color BB Code Yes
Allow Size BB Code Yes
Allow Font BB Code Yes
Allow Alignment BB Code Yes
Allow List BB Code Yes
Allow Link BB Code Yes
Allow HTML No
Allow Image BB Code No
Allow Code BB Code Yes
Allow PHP BB Code Yes
Allow HTML BB Code No
Allow Quote BB Code Yes
Allow Smilies Yes
Can Upload Images for Signature No
Can Upload Animated GIF for Signature No

Madhu99

03-15-2011, 03:35 PM

I posted a deal 2 mnths ago, now i cant find an option to post a deal now.

ritewinger1971

03-15-2011, 05:03 PM

Why the hell can't I filter categories like I used to? I have searched high and low and cannot find a way to display categories at the bottom? HELP!!!!

kenia1

05-19-2011, 12:27 AM

im a newbie, im interested in surveys. and ofcourse deals. i just dont know where to start. please can somebody take my hand and lead the way!?

Hotandfree

05-19-2011, 02:59 PM

I have uploaded my profile picture but it does not show on my post. Please help.

Schooby

05-19-2011, 03:47 PM

I have uploaded my profile picture but it does not show on my post. Please help.
I believe you need a bit more time on the site...your account is still very new.

brisar

05-19-2011, 05:57 PM

I have uploaded my profile picture but it does not show on my post. Please help.
Hi Hotandfree

I'm thinking that maybe what you mean is your Avatar?

I see you have already added a profile pic and yes, you're right, the profile pic does not show up in posts. The only way that a profile pic may be seen is if someone clicks on your "user profile".

To add an Avatar (a picture that will show up in posts),
Click Here (http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=editavatar)

:)

Schooby

05-19-2011, 06:02 PM

Hi Hotandfree

I'm thinking that maybe what you mean is your Avatar?

I see you have already added a profile pic and yes, you're right, the profile pic does not show up in posts. The only way that a profile pic may be seen is if someone clicks on your "user profile".

To add an Avatar (a picture that will show up in posts),
Click Here (http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=editavatar)

:)
Good catch brisar. :thumbup:

Hotandfree

05-19-2011, 06:23 PM

Sophistic8

05-21-2011, 03:36 PM

Hi all:

I thought that once someone got 100 rep points, their screen name would go bold. Hasn't happened for me yet.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Schooby

05-23-2011, 09:15 AM

Hi all:

I thought that once someone got 100 rep points, their screen name would go bold. Hasn't happened for me yet.

Thanks in advance for your help!
You are, it must have had a glitch. I fixed it for you.

jg0825

07-20-2011, 02:24 PM

Checked the user guide and can't find an answer to my question.. I am trying to rep someone not affiliated with a post and your guide says to hover over blue/whatever color square till a pop up comes up to add a rep and comments, well the only pop up i get is ' xxx has a reputation beyond repute' ,,nothing like your user guide says. when i click on the square , it sends me to an administrator error page. i even clicked the actual # of reps too and nothing, please help

Schooby

07-20-2011, 04:55 PM

jg0825

07-20-2011, 10:51 PM

What did the error page say?
i am not able to that person at all. i just 'repped' you so i know how to do it its just not workng for the other two peope im trying to rep.. when i click the blue square i come to a page that says please contact a system administrator since the link you clicked can not be found

Schooby

07-21-2011, 12:34 PM

i am not able to that person at all. i just 'repped' you so i know how to do it its just not workng for the other two peope im trying to rep.. when i click the blue square i come to a page that says please contact a system administrator since the link you clicked can not be found
How old is the post you are trying to rep? Posts are only repable for 30 days...although the error message that you got is not the typical one that should be there in the instance of an old post.

Redf0x

09-19-2011, 04:02 PM

How to correctly include table in the post? I see tags for tables, but where' tags TR, TD's?

oops, nm.. it's a vbulletin and limited bbcods located here (http://slickdeals.net/forums/misc.php?do=bbcode)

binkie94

09-22-2011, 03:16 AM

Can someone tell me how to delete my own post? If I delete the text and save will that work or will it leave my info and a blank area where my post used to be?

I looked in the new users guide and FAQ's and couldn't find anything...maybe I'm blind.

TIA

Schooby

09-22-2011, 06:30 AM

benguo2011

09-22-2011, 10:30 PM

I am new here, and i have posted a message on freebies. However, it did not come up yet. May I know if my post comes up immediately once I submitted it or else?
Where can not check all my post, please?
Thanks！
:worship:

By the way, I can see this one immediately.

kimala

09-27-2011, 08:17 AM

How to delete a post?

Schooby

09-27-2011, 08:47 AM

How to delete a post?
Mod Alert the post and a mod can delete it for you.

landymale

11-07-2011, 07:00 PM

thanks TMK!

donpavo06

11-12-2011, 07:24 PM

thanks TMK!
how do u delete a thread you created?

DNC

11-12-2011, 07:28 PM

how do u delete a thread you created?
Click the Mod Alert button in the first post and ask that it be deleted in the comment field.

etitus

12-14-2011, 01:55 PM

I tried to create my first post today, but it hasn't been pushed through. I've been a slickdeals "viewer" for a number of years, and was excited about my first post. It seemed like it went through intially, but I made a change to a typo, submitted, and then I haven't been able to see or edit my post ever since.

I also didn't see anything here in the FAQ section that provides anything related to my question. Anyways, any help from a mod would be great.

Schooby

12-14-2011, 02:10 PM

widgit

12-14-2011, 03:08 PM

And since you're new, just in case you don't know how to PM (private message) someone, just click on Schooby's name and you'll see a dropdown list with a link to PM her.

And also since you're new (btw, welcome to SD :)) be aware that new users are limited a bit at first, including how many PM's you can send or receive. Right now you most likely only get 1 private message, and that includes both your sent and received PM's. So if you do PM Schooby, you'll need to delete that one from your sent folder, if it automatically saved there, or your PM box will be full. You can choose to download/save that PM to your computer before deleting it if you wish, by placing a checkmark in the box to the far right of the message on the message list page, then choose 'save as...' from the dropdown at the top of the page, then click on 'go'.

ckyrules014

12-15-2011, 11:03 PM

The "How does one become a Mod?" link seems to be dead. At least for me.

widgit

12-15-2011, 11:17 PM

The "How does one become a Mod?" link seems to be dead. At least for me.
I don't think it's you, 'cause it's doing it for me also. I think it's part of the URL rewriting (http://slickdeals.net/f/3718122-URL-Rewrite-SEO-Release) that the admins are implementing right now. I went ahead and posted about this problem in that thread, so hopefully they'll look in to it. :)

talpa4980

01-21-2012, 03:50 PM

why are my deal alerts only active for 30 days? a friend of mine has them last for over a year....thanks

widgit

01-21-2012, 11:19 PM

why are my deal alerts only active for 30 days? a friend of mine has them last for over a year....thanks
My guess would be it's either a glitch, or because you're fairly new. But I'm not sure. Try going in to your Deal Alerts page and selecting one or all of your alerts, then 'renew' them. Does that give you the extra time, beyond 30 days (or beyond an extra 30 days)?

(To renew an alert from within the alert itself, just select the Edit button and then without changing anything, click on the Done button. To renew several alerts at once, put a checkmark in the box to the far right of the alert(s) you want to renew, then scroll alllll the way down to the bottom of the alerts list, select Renew from the dropdown and then click on Go.)

If renewing the alert does not extend it correctly, and if you don't get an answer from one of the mods or admins within a couple of days, then I'd suggest posing this question as its own thread in the Site Issues forum, so that if it is a glitch then one of the devolopers might see it and fix it.

talpa4980

01-22-2012, 05:26 AM

thanks for the reply

mrsnshick

01-28-2012, 05:46 PM

widgit

01-28-2012, 08:34 PM

Is there anyway for me to get emails when new deals are posted without specifying words such as the store name or a product name? In other words, can I somehow get an email when a new deal in "hot deals" is posted no matter what it is for? I know I can see the deals by different time frames such as the last day, last 2 days, month etc... but instead of going thru old posts that get a new response, I'm interested only in the first post of the deal in as close to real time as possible. Or, maybe a setting on the site that will allow me to first see the NEW deals posted since my last visit BUT NOT replies to an older deal that was just posted. Thanks for any help.
I think the easiest way to see the newest deals would be to just sort the forum by Thread Start date. This will give you the newest threads, and not just the newest posts to a thread. You can do that in several ways: One is by just clicking on the Thread Started column title when you're in the forum, which will sort it this way temporarily, until you leave the forum. Then when you come back again just click that title if you want it to sort that way again. But if you want a more permanent type of thing you can use the filters to do basically the same thing. Set your filter to sort by thread start date, plus anything else you want to add or not (such as just in the last day, week, etc). Then you can choose to either set that as the default filter for that forum or just 'save' it for use whenever you want it later, by selecting those options at the bottom of the filters list.

You can also change the thread sorting options in your account settings, but this would make that apply to every forum, not just Hot Deals. You can set this under your Settings & Options > Edit Options, then scroll down to Thread Display Options and set the Thread Sorting Options default sort field to Threat Start Date.

There's also the Slickdeals Live (http://slickdeals.net/live/) page. It shows the newest threads as they're posted but it also shows the newest posts, too. You can specify it just for Hot Deals, but I don't think there's any way to set it to just new threads and nothing else. But it is a live feed, so it would save you from having to refresh the a forum page to see new threads.

If you're mostly wanting emails, though, I believe that the only way to get any email notifications without specifying specific words is to set a deal alert for either Front Page or for any thread in that forum that reaches a minimum of 2 thumbs. But this won't get you the newest threads, just any thread as soon as it hits the Front Page or reaches 2 thumbs or more.

You can, I believe, subscribe to whole forums (at least it's available in the thread tools dropdown) but the only options for that are daily/weekly digest.

Sorry, that's about all I can think of at the moment. If I missed anything or left a better way out, then hopefully someone else will post it for you :)

yesiamblonde

02-14-2012, 05:26 PM

delete

cgrady

02-15-2012, 10:53 AM

I tried both of these links and every time I check hide starting a thread, hide repping,etc...... and click on save changes, it doesn't save changes.
I want my privacy back. Is there a thread that specifically explains how to have complete privacy?? Cause this edit does NOT work for me!
Why do you say it doesn't save? Are the boxes unchecked when you go there again, or because it isn't hiding old ones?

It's not supposed to remove the old, existing entries. You have to do that manually through the private activity stream.

yesiamblonde

02-15-2012, 08:43 PM

Why do you say it doesn't save? Are the boxes unchecked when you go there again, or because it isn't hiding old ones?

It's not supposed to remove the old, existing entries. You have to do that manually through the private activity stream.
Thanks, it's working now. I appreciate your reply.

Easygoing247

02-18-2012, 09:38 PM

nice thread. most of my questions have been answered

HD335

02-22-2012, 08:24 AM

Great thread for information on this site.

laura121484

02-27-2012, 08:23 AM

I know I have sent several PM's, but when I try to view them under "sent" in my inbox, count is zero & none show...what's up w/ that? TIA!

Schooby

02-27-2012, 10:27 AM

I know I have sent several PM's, but when I try to view them under "sent" in my inbox, count is zero & none show...what's up w/ that? TIA!
In your Profile > Settings & Options > Edit Options Scroll down to Private Messaging and be sure to check the box for Save a copy of sent messages in my Sent Items folder by default.
http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=editoptions

laura121484

02-28-2012, 12:05 PM

In your Profile > Settings & Options > Edit Options Scroll down to Private Messaging and be sure to check the box for Save a copy of sent messages in my Sent Items folder by default.
http://slickdeals.net/forums/profile.php?do=editoptions

Perfect! TY!!:)

Schooby

02-28-2012, 12:12 PM

Perfect! TY!!:)
Any time. :)

Dollars4MrG

03-21-2012, 05:40 AM

Schooby

03-21-2012, 11:06 AM

I've searched high and low but I still can't seem to find information regarding the often daily "prize giveaways". Particularly, I'm looking to read up on the rules for participation, SD's random selection process, and winner notification info. As part of my crystallization process; the more I know, the better my chances of one day winning a prize. :)

Can someone point me in the right direction?

Thanks
Here are the terms and conditions (http://slickdeals.net/blog/index.php/slickdeals-promotions-terms-and-conditions/).

A computer program randomly picks a winner, then we validate them and send a PM.
The winner will have 1 week to reply to the PM and claim their prize, after that we pick a new winner.

blinksky2

03-21-2012, 01:26 PM

I am new to slickdeal, trying to change my avatar, but do not see any option to upload it under my account. Should I check that option some other place?
thanks

Schooby

03-21-2012, 01:47 PM

I am new to slickdeal, trying to change my avatar, but do not see any option to upload it under my account. Should I check that option some other place?
thanks
You have to wait until you have been here longer and participate in threads before you get that option.

blinksky2

03-21-2012, 01:51 PM

You have to wait until you have been here longer and participate in threads before you get that option.
thank you for reply, I can use default one till then?

Schooby

03-21-2012, 01:57 PM

thank you for reply, I can use default one till then?
yep :)

Dollars4MrG

03-22-2012, 10:36 AM

Here are the terms and conditions (http://slickdeals.net/blog/index.php/slickdeals-promotions-terms-and-conditions/).

A computer program randomly picks a winner, then we validate them and send a PM.
The winner will have 1 week to reply to the PM and claim their prize, after that we pick a new winner.

Thanks for the info... I just read that it was more than a week. If the "potential prize winner fails to execute or return the Affidavit within 10 days of issuance", another winner is picked.

Schooby

03-22-2012, 10:49 AM

Thanks for the info... I just read that it was more than a week. If the "potential prize winner fails to execute or return the Affidavit within 10 days of issuance", another winner is picked.
I will have to go back and look but I think that was in the case of an affidavit. In other words, if it's a big prize they have to fill out their W9 form and get it back to us within that time frame.

Dollars4MrG

03-23-2012, 04:48 AM

I will have to go back and look but I think that was in the case of an affidavit. In other words, if it's a big prize they have to fill out their W9 form and get it back to us within that time frame.

Yup. If the prize value is over $600, SD must report such prizes to the IRS which requires the affidavit. Prizes under $600 are golden.

Schooby

03-23-2012, 08:18 AM

Yup. If the prize value is over $600, SD must report such prizes to the IRS which requires the affidavit. Prizes under $600 are golden.
Correct, that time frame is for that paperwork. The one week part comes into play for the claiming of the prize after they receive the PM from us that they have won.

msavy11

03-24-2012, 07:19 PM

calistyle

03-24-2012, 11:26 PM

Hi
I would like to be able to post a deal. How do I do that? I just spent about 30minutes looking for the answer and couldn't find one. The search box only took me in circles. I'm sure it is a link that I somehow overlooked. I've tried looking for it a few times and never found it.

Thank you for all that you do to make this site a great one!

1. Go to one of the forums (http://slickdeals.net/forums/index.php), such as Hot Deals (http://slickdeals.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=9).
2. Click on the button labeled "New Thread (http://slickdeals.net/forums/newthread.php?do=newthread&f=9)" at the top left of the forum page.
3. Enter a thread title into the "Title" field.
4. Enter the deal information and link into the "Message" field.
5. Select a category for the deal.
6. Click on "Submit New Thread".

Turgidson

03-28-2012, 06:59 PM

I did look for the answer but didn't find it so sorry if it's been asked and answered already: How the blazes do I Rep someone from the "Mobile View" site?

Schooby

03-29-2012, 09:16 AM

I did look for the answer but didn't find it so sorry if it's been asked and answered already: How the blazes do I Rep someone from the "Mobile View" site?
At this time you cannot.

Turgidson

03-29-2012, 03:24 PM

At this time you cannot.

Thank you.

Preggo

04-03-2012, 09:19 PM

I need a little help editing my signature. I would like to make it centered and bulletined but every time I do that it ends up double spaced between each line. Because of this problem my signature does not fit :-(

Schooby

04-04-2012, 12:00 PM

I am thinking that you can't have it both bullet-ed and centered.

Turgidson

04-04-2012, 04:03 PM

I am thinking that you can't have it both bullet-ed and centered.
Makes sense. Can you simply use the appropriate ANSI character code for the bullet character (basically a solid circle) instead of using the bullet function?

Draxula

04-07-2012, 04:48 PM

This helped tons! Thanks :)

erikbrick

05-01-2012, 09:12 AM

This thread is very helpful for new users. THANKS!

messi_hyd

05-11-2012, 07:56 AM

I posted a deal 2 mnths ago, now i cant find an option to post a deal now.
Hi, I was using slickdeals for a long time but I became a member recently, I saw an amazing deal and I want to post it in slickdeals and I cannot figur out a way to post it. Please help.

Madhu99

05-11-2012, 08:04 AM

Hi, I was using slickdeals for a long time but I became a member recently, I saw an amazing deal and I want to post it in slickdeals and I cannot figur out a way to post it. Please help.

http://slickdeals.net/forums/newthread.php?do=newthread&f=9

widgit

05-11-2012, 06:55 PM

Hi, I was using slickdeals for a long time but I became a member recently, I saw an amazing deal and I want to post it in slickdeals and I cannot figur out a way to post it. Please help.
Hi and welcome to SD :)

To post a thread, from any forum click on the New Thread button at the top left of the thread listing. That will take you to the 'post new thread' page such as Madhu99 linked above. (I suggest that you first read the 'deal submission hints' on that page, to help you create a better post, including doing a search before creating your thread to make sure it's not already been posted.. :)) Then add your title and, in the text box type in whatever information you have about the deal (the more info, the better).

After that, scroll down and you'll see where you can choose a main category icon, and you can also add any additional category and subcategory tags that may apply, or add a picture attachment if you wish. Once finished, you can either click on the Preview button, to see what your post will generally look like before submitting it, or just click on the Submit button without previewing it.

Keep in mind that since you are a new user, your threads will most likely be moderated at first (i.e., reviewed before allowing it to be posted), and so may not show up right away until a moderator has a chance to look at it. But that usually doesn't take too long :).

Good luck!

carnation

05-22-2012, 07:17 PM

good words, comprehensive information!