Post by Elita on Jul 21, 2010 1:48:17 GMT -5
Basic Guide To Using A Forum
[/u][/size]For all the newbies out there who do not know how to use a forum[/center]
BBCode
The formatting code this forum uses is called BBCode. There is a toolbar above the box where you enter your post that helps you format things in your post. Select the text you want to change, then click the button. To post a picture, I suggest using a gallery site such as photobucket.com/ After you upload your picture, it will list four codes. Use the image code, which is the fourth code, and just copy and paste into your post. You can also hit the image tag above the post and then paste the URL of the picture. Once you hit "Submit", the picture will show in your post.
Your Profile
In the top menu is a link called "Profile". This area enables you to check and send private messages, change your profile, add an avatar or signature, and edit your privacy settings. Most sites allow you to upload an avatar to that site, however, you will have to use something like Photobucket to upload a signature, as described above. You can also put text and links in your signature.
Smileys
You can either click on one of the smileys as you are entering your post, or click "Show All" to show all smileys available and then click the smiley you want in the box that pops up.
Other Hints
If the forum is exceeding the width of your screen, you may want to check your Windows display settings and set the screen size to the maximum your computer allows.
"Basic Guide to Using a Forum" by Roswenth of RPG Directory
