Yzöwl Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 I posted a message earlier, upon reading it back, I noted a mistake.No problem, I thought, I'll just Edit it!However the Edit button wasn't there.The message is this one!In an attempt to bypass the button, I decided to add the appropriate URL directly into the address bar, i.e.http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?act=Post&CODE=08&f=80&t=47496&p=329744&st=0but I get a return error messageSorry, you do not have permission to edit that messageDo you know why, or can you fix the problem?Thank you.<Edit>I have now noticed that myt next message in that thread is no longer editable now either!It was before, but no longer.Has there been some sort of change in the way the forum software works?</Edit> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alanoll Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 The option to edit posts has been limited. I believe there is now a time limit. This change has occured because of a recent incident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yzöwl Posted June 1, 2005 Author Share Posted June 1, 2005 Thanks Alanoll, I caught your reply in the said thread.It does sound a little mysterious though, any more information, or are you bound to what you can say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alanoll Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 it's primarily to prevent users from deleting their posts because they got mad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarun Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 it's primarily to prevent users from deleting their posts because they got mad.<{POST_SNAPBACK}>Hm. I wonder what I'll need to do when I update my tech cd post.Edit: Shoulda checked first. Yay I can still edit it! All is well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aegis Posted June 1, 2005 Share Posted June 1, 2005 Any way that I can edit my first post here?:http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?showtopic=47480 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dman Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 It would seem that there are many more valid reasons for editing posts than ways to abuse it. Now there is no way to correct inaccuracies or enhance a post. Seems like overkill, and it diminishes the forum to some extent. Just my 2 cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGx Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 Hello,This post is addressed to MSFN forums mods.This is the 1st time I ask a question or suggest something in this forum, which I keep enjoy using/reading since Nov 2004.Among the main reasons I visit MSFN forums are (1) the cool people and (2) the excellent features of the software/scripts used [customized phpbb I believe].The topic I created + maintain:http://www.msfn.org/board/?showtopic=46349involves frequent updates due to the nature of my project.Until June 1 2005, I was able to edit my older posts [the most important is the 1 at the top], which is essential to my package, to announce all interested when + why I'm updating, because the top post is the most visible and easiest to read, for both newcomers and seasoned users.Now this is not possible anymore.I do understand the reason why this has been restricted [and I've read all posts above], but IMHO to remove the edit option doesn't look like the optimal solution.Please let me know if you guys plan on reinstating the edit button.Thanks for reading.Best wishes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bâshrat the Sneaky Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 I strongly agree with MDGx. Maybe we should remove this 'time limitation' and change it into 'depending on number of posts'. I guess these 'abuses' were mainly made by newbies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yzöwl Posted June 2, 2005 Author Share Posted June 2, 2005 Although I doubt it would ever be an issue with me, I give any advice and remarks freely for any viewers. I'm sure that some people, if angered enough may wish to withdraw something or everything even after a cooling off period.Are you saying that if that was the case that this would not be allowed. I'm aware of the havoc it may cause to the running of the board, search facility, and links etc. Is that the reason, or is it an ownership issue with material posted and entitlements /permissions? Would it for instance be allowed if requested to the board administration, in such a way as to allow minimum disruption. Let's be honest, the main reason for the withdrawn posts will be a retaliative act to cause disruption anyhow. (You made me mad, now I'm gonna show you!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XPerties Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 I think the 'time limitation' should stay. It protects MSFN from a legal stand point. Besides if you don't have enough maturity to properly post or keep your temper under control you shouldn't be on MSFN.Reminds me of http://www.xperties.net/swf/posting.swf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alanoll Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 I strongly agree with MDGx. Maybe we should remove this 'time limitation' and change it into 'depending on number of posts'. I guess these 'abuses' were mainly made by newbies?Surprisingly no. I won't say who, to protect the member in question, but it was not a "newbie" who did this.I must agree with MDGx, even though i didn't read the entire post. There are three options, two of which are readily available:1. Enable the EDIT button2. Disable the EDIT button3. Require a MOD to approve any edits.The problem with number 3, is that you make an edit so that it's immediately available, however requiring an approval will not allow people to remove their posts in anger. But then there's the problem of whether or not it's even POSSIBLE with IPB. I know that for the Unattended PHP, this option will be enabled so that any edits must be approved, in fact any initial entries must be approved as well as it will appear directly on the page. It may also be possible to create another group of members who have use of the EDIT button, or perhaps enable a limit to the number of posts a member can edit in a single day or something. I know seperate groups will work, as I can edit any post, but I'm a MOD so...yeah...Among the main reasons I visit MSFN forums are (1) the cool people and (2) the excellent features of the software/scripts used [customized phpbb I believe].MSFN uses IPB with a few modified plugins and extras added in.I'll discuss this with xper, or if nothing else makes sure he's aware of this post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aegis Posted June 2, 2005 Share Posted June 2, 2005 It may also be possible to create another group of members who have use of the EDIT button, or perhaps enable a limit to the number of posts a member can edit in a single day or something. I know seperate groups will work, as I can edit any post, but I'm a MOD so...yeah...I agree with the whole group idea. Maybe a member can request it from an admin, and depending on their case, the admin might grant permission or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PsycoUnc Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 -please excuse my "Newbie" status, and this Newbie question: -what possible "abuse" or trouble can be caused by editing your own posts? I really don't understand the issue here... ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xper Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 Edit time limit removed. We apologize for inconvience.Closed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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