+Gary7 Subscriber² Posted January 25, 2010 Subscriber² Share Posted January 25, 2010 Why? What good will it do? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592151542 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Whats the outcome to this ? Are postcounts staying ? And what happened to our location ? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592154594 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViperAFK Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Its pretty much an exact tie, I'd imagine it will stay as is. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592154766 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrashG Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 And what happened to our location ? It's been moved to your profile page. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592154788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Udedenkz Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Exchange location for post count. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592154938 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dance. Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Most people think post count = epeen and thus weigh the posters' content accordingly. Remove it already, it'll help build a healthier community. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592155028 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+jamesyfx Subscriber² Posted January 25, 2010 Subscriber² Share Posted January 25, 2010 It looks like everything will be staying as it is - the polls are pretty much split down the middle. Which means nothing should change. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592155574 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DClark Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Only some "anti-G8 hipsters" would have a problem with post counts being displayed. Experience is authority. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592155590 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemaz Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 I vote remove it, i sometimes do feel members with lower post counts, their opinions/posts dont mean as much compared to posts from members with 1000+ posts Im not saying its a widespread problem, but id say its defo there. (though i havent really experienced a big issue with it) I personally dont see the point in it, it should be quality over quantity, and having post counts shown kinda enforces quantity if you want to be respected Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592157486 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piggy Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 I'd rather keep it to see the one post wonders and new trouble makers. PT 13 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592158868 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeezy Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 I would prefer that posts counts be hidden from everyone (with the exception of the User, and Staff). I've been on other forums where they do this and what happens is people post to further conversations, not to increase their post counts (and raise their ePeen so to speak). Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592159036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViperAFK Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 I think there are lot less people who post "just to increase their post count" then you think there is. Some people will always be dumb spammers. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592159106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Warwagon MVC Posted February 1, 2010 MVC Share Posted February 1, 2010 I think the post counts are good so you can tell if someone posting is new to the forum if they have been a member for a while. I know you can look at the joined date, but my eyes always look at the post count first. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592186178 Share on other sites More sharing options...
petrossa Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I don't really care one way or the other but for reason of aesthetics i vote move it. It looks a bit garish all those stars. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592186252 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacer Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Keep the post counts visible in the threads. I use them to determine whether the post is legitimate or not. (i.e. if the poster only has 1 or 2 total posts and they put a link on the thread, I don't click on it.) IceDogg and Pretend 2 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592186274 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceDogg Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Keep the post counts visible in the threads. I use them to determine whether the post is legitimate or not. (i.e. if the poster only has 1 or 2 total posts and they put a link on the thread, I don't click on it.) That's actually a very good point. I think it changed my mind. But maybe remove the stars and such so it's not such a flashy thing? Btw, rep for a very good point! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592186774 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calum Veteran Posted February 1, 2010 Veteran Share Posted February 1, 2010 Keep the post counts visible in the threads. I use them to determine whether the post is legitimate or not. (i.e. if the poster only has 1 or 2 total posts and they put a link on the thread, I don't click on it.) That's the issue though. Sometimes such posts are legitimate. What if a member joined to help out (after being a lurker for some years) and he makes his first post helping somebody with a technology problem, pointing them to a helpful tutorial? It could happen, but that post and poster will get shunned and ignored by many, simply due to the fact he has such a low post count (1 post at that point). Post count is not a status symbol. It may show one's dedication to the community, but somebody with one post may be more than capable of helping somebody else than another person with 23,458 posts. petrossa, kjx and +hedleigh 3 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592187322 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadishTM Veteran Posted February 1, 2010 Veteran Share Posted February 1, 2010 That's the issue though. Sometimes such posts are legitimate. What if a member joined to help out (after being a lurker for some years) and he makes his first post helping somebody with a technology problem, pointing them to a helpful tutorial? It could happen, but that post and poster will get shunned and ignored by many, simply due to the fact he has such a low post count (1 post at that point). Post count is not a status symbol. It may show one's dedication to the community, but somebody with one post may be more than capable of helping somebody else than another person with 23,458 posts. /Off-topic Noes! Why are you a Veteran now?! :o :( Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592187432 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calum Veteran Posted February 2, 2010 Veteran Share Posted February 2, 2010 /Off-topic Noes! Why are you a Veteran now?! :o :( I decided to leave due to lack of time and other commitments in my personal life :( Hopefully I'll be able to re-join if I get more time in a year or so :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592187676 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Growled Member Posted February 2, 2010 Member Share Posted February 2, 2010 Gosh Calum, that's terrible news. You will definitely be missed. shockz 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592187908 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoXY Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 No. Because I'm shallow. Yes I will admit to that. (Although its interesting to see how its so evenly split between yes and nos on the poll) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592188036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadishTM Veteran Posted February 2, 2010 Veteran Share Posted February 2, 2010 I decided to leave due to lack of time and other commitments in my personal life :( Hopefully I'll be able to re-join if I get more time in a year or so :) Ah well, hope you come back on staff in the future :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592188138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
petrossa Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 That's the issue though. Sometimes such posts are legitimate. What if a member joined to help out (after being a lurker for some years) and he makes his first post helping somebody with a technology problem, pointing them to a helpful tutorial? It could happen, but that post and poster will get shunned and ignored by many, simply due to the fact he has such a low post count (1 post at that point). Post count is not a status symbol. It may show one's dedication to the community, but somebody with one post may be more than capable of helping somebody else than another person with 23,458 posts. Well put. +1 oops. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592188538 Share on other sites More sharing options...
*RedBull* Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 This subject was brought up in the staff forums, along with warning status bar view. On the update, members can only see their own warning status bar on their profile. In posts they have been removed, the thinking behind this was to relieve possible stress certain members might have while posting, because their warn status is right there after each post they make. Staff will still be able to see every members warning status on every forum post that's made. The other idea was also to remove "post count" from the post view, but keep it in the profiles. This would go a long way to making posts more equal, an opinion by a member can't then be based off the post count and time span of contribution. I was against this idea, but I think its fair to at least poll it! So, what do you guys think? PS: Unless there's an overwhelming vote to remove post counts from posts, we'll keep it. I'm with you Boss. ;) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592188562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dance. Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 If you're having issues with the spam you should check out the date registered rather than the number of posts :). Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/865100-poll-move-post-count-to-profiles-only/page/7/#findComment-592188566 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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