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Jacob Foster11 · 2010-04-29T20:40:18+00:00

Sadržaj: Poll - pinning to the top of the thread How to disable automatic logout on Reddit. Profile picture. Text coloring. User colors—user types. Deleting po…

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Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#21 · Apr 29, 2010

You can adjust sorting under Options > Edit options or just click this link:
http://www.reddit.com/profile.php?do=editoptions

Under Thread Display mode, you have four different choices. Test them out and pick whichever one works best for you.

You can also sort topics within a specific sub-Reddit. Those settings are located at the bottom of every sub-forum (right underneath the topic list).

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#22 · Apr 29, 2010

To do it, just head to the subforum you want and click on the number showing the reply count for a specific thread (check the image). A little window pops up listing everyone who participated, sorted by their post count from highest to lowest. If you click the number next to a user's name, the search tool will pull up all of that user's posts within that specific thread.

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#23 · Apr 29, 2010

A few text editing options:

**Bolded**
- How?:
  **Bolded text.**
- The result.:
  Bolded text.
Italicized / slanted.
- How?:
  *Italicized text.*
- The result.:
  Italicized text.
Underlined.
- How?:
  Underlined text.
- The result.:
  Podcrtani tekst.
Centered text.
- How?:
  Centered text.
- The outcome.:
  Centered text.
Font selection.
- How?:
  Text in a different font.
- The outcome.:
  Text in a different font.
- note:
  
  You can find all available fonts in the drop-down menu within the post editor.
selecting text size
- like:
  Size 1 text.
- result:
  Size 1 text.
- note:
  
  Using number 1 shrinks the text, number 2 keeps it standard, and any other numbers will increase the size.
picking a color
- like:
  Red colored text.
  Text in some other color.
- result:
  Red colored text.
  Text in some other color.
- note:
  
  In the main text input field (not including the quick-reply box), the button meant for this isn't working right now. For more info, check this out:
  FAQ - Text Coloring
numbered list
- like:
  Numbered list:
  1. blah
  2. blah
  3. blah
- result:
  Numbered list:
  1. blah
  2. blah
  3. blah
bulleted list
- like:
  Bulleted list:
  - blah
  - blah
  - blah
- result:
  Bullet points:
  - I have nothing to say.
  - I don't even know where to start with this. Just total nonsense.
  - Whatever.
Indented paragraph.
- How?:
  Standard paragraph.
  Indented paragraph.
- The result.:
  Just a regular paragraph.
  
  Indented excerpt.
Link.
- How?:
  Example
- The result.:
  Example
- Note.:
  
  You can find more details regarding link formatting right here:
  FAQ - Links
Email.
- How?:
  Example
- The result.:
  Example
image
- How?:
- The result.:
- Note.:
  
  Make sure your image width doesn't exceed 640px. Those are the Reddit rules (unless you're over in the Photography subforum). You can find the image posting guidelines here:
  FAQ - Images - embedding in posts
quote
- how:
  Quote.
- result:
  Quote:
  Quote.
- note:
  
  Quotes are explained in more detail here:
  FAQ - Quoting
programming code
- how:
```
Programming code.
```
- result:
  Code:
  Programming code.
- note:
  
  There are also BB code tags for PHP and HTML. You just swap out the CODE keyword for either HTML or PHP.

Note:
Everything inside those square brackets is collectively called BB code, while each individual pair of brackets (each "word") is known as a BB code tag. The icons next to some of these points represent buttons you can click within the post editor. Clicking one of these buttons automatically generates the required BB code, so there's no need to type it manually. Most of the BB code tags described here also work for customizing your signature.

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#24 · Apr 29, 2010

The Reddit search tool is honestly pretty flawed. Sometimes it fails to return results even when they exist, and other times it cuts off because of that 250-result limit per query. You can try narrowing things down by adding specific parameters—like searching within a particular subreddit—but even that doesn't always work. If you're hitting a wall, your best bet is just to use Google via this link:
http://www.google.com/search?q=site%3Areddit.com

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#25 · Apr 30, 2010

There are three ways moderators, supermoderators, and admins can penalize users on Reddit.

Direct bans.

The administration has the authority to issue a direct, temporary Ban to any user. The duration is at the discretion of the moderator issuing the penalty, ranging from a few hours to several months, or even a permanent Ban. While under a Ban, a user is prohibited from posting anywhere on the Reddit site (with the exception of the ban corner) and cannot use Direct messages.

2. Cardboard boxes.

There are two types of warnings: red and yellow. A yellow card serves as a warning and doesn't carry any penalty points. A red card is an actual penalty and carries a specific number of infraction points (usually anywhere from 10 to 1,000). These cards also have a set duration, which can even be permanent. Once a card expires, the associated penalty points are wiped from the user's record. You need to distinguish between the duration of a card and the duration of a Ban.

If a user hits the 100, 200, 300, or 400 point threshold by any means, the system issues an automatic 3-day Ban. Crossing 500, 600, 700, 800, or 900 points results in a 7-day Ban. Once they reach 1,000 points, the Ban is permanent.

The icons on the posts look like this:

3. Partial Bans

If a user is being a nuisance to moderators on one specific subreddit but remains helpful in another, those mods can request a partial ban for their section. This essentially makes that subreddit invisible to the user, as if it never existed. It’s a permanent ban. We only pull this lever in extreme cases where someone is toxic in one area but actually contributes value elsewhere.

Additional notes.

In the event that a user feels they have been treated unfairly... Infraction.You can file an appeal here:
I can't believe people are still arguing about this on Reddit. It’s honestly exhausting to watch.
If he thinks he got an unfair deal. Ban. (Not partial!While you're under a Ban, you can file an appeal right here:
http://www.reddit.com/r/discussion/f=144
All other appeals should be submitted here:
http://www.reddit.com/r/discussion/

Warning cards on unmoderated posts are visible to everyone. Anyone can see who issued the card, why it was given, and how many points it carries. Additionally, every user can check their own history of warnings and their current total penalty points. You can view this on your profile under Thread Display mode. Infractions.

You can find more detailed information regarding Infractions and Bans right here:

I can't believe I'm even looking at this. It's absolute nonsense.

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#26 · Apr 30, 2010

Direct messages are private communications sent straight to another user. They remain visible only to you and the recipient. You can access them by clicking the Private messages link in the top right corner of the site or by using this link:
http://www.reddit.com/messages

The rules regarding DMs are essentially the same as those for public posts. If a DM violates our guidelines and you want to report it, you can do so just like a regular post by clicking the report button (). Once reported, the message becomes highly visible to the site administrators, who then have the authority to punish the sender.

Leaking private messages in any capacity is considered a major infraction. You can find the specifics at this link:
http://www.reddit.com/showpost.php?p=24915579&postcount=2

Users currently under a Ban cannot access their direct messages.

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#27 · Apr 30, 2010

By enabling this option, other users on Reddit will no longer be able to see when you are active. You can turn this on by going to... Options. > Adjust the settings. Or just click this link:
http://www.reddit.com/profile.php?do=editoptions
Put a checkmark there. Use Invisible mode Changes are being prepared by clicking on... Save changes..

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#28 · May 5, 2010

Listed below are some of the most common terms used on Reddit along with their meanings. If you have any other questions regarding specific terminology, feel free to ask them here:
http://www.reddit.com/showthread.php?t=236369

administrator (admin)

Administrators are the users at the very top of the hierarchy. They hold absolute authority over the site. You can recognize them by their pink usernames.
ban (banned, banned)

A Ban means being prohibited from posting on the site. Users who violate the rules of the site (or specific subreddits) may be punished with a temporary or permanent suspension. This is called a ban. These users will have gray usernames, and banned will appear under their name, which translates to banned or suspended. Technically, ban comes from the English word meaning exile. You can read more about site penalties here:
http://www.reddit.com/showpost.php?p=2...7&postcount=25
blog

Blogs are websites where owners can post various articles and commentary for others to read. Usually, readers can also leave comments beneath the posts. "Blog" is actually an abbreviation of web log, which translates to web entry. On Reddit, there is a dedicated subreddit for Blogger, a popular American blogging service:
http://www.reddit.com/forumdisplay.php?f=119
flaming

Flaming refers to posting in a way that constitutes arguing with someone, using insulting language, and so on.
forum

A forum is a website running forum software, which is an application where users can leave posts and engage in discussions. Forums are typically divided into subreddits to improve communication and organization.
AOL

AOL is a popular chat program, specifically a tool for exchanging short text messages in real time.
IMF

IMF is the abbreviation for internet monitor forum, which was the older name for this site.
moderator (mod)

Every subreddit has its own defined moderators, who are the users responsible for maintaining that section and managing its appearance. These users have slightly more authority than regular users and sit one step above them on the site hierarchy. On Reddit, they can be identified by their Black usernames.
MSN

MSN is a popular chat program, specifically a tool for exchanging short text messages in real time.
n/a

n/a is the English abbreviation for not available, which translates to unavailable. This abbreviation appears next to the names of users whose profiles have been deleted.
NHF

NHF is the abbreviation for no hard feelings, which translates to don't hold it against me.
PM (DM)

PM and DM are abbreviations for Direct message, or private message. You can find more information about direct messages here:
http://www.reddit.com/showpost.php?p=2...2&postcount=26
subreddit

Forums are usually divided into subreddits to increase clarity and make communication easier among users. Each subreddit has assigned moderators who look after it. Subreddits host the topics that users discuss. Subreddits can also have their own sub-subreddits for even more focused discussions and better organization.
post

A post is an entry within a specific Reddit thread. Each post includes its author, the main body of the text, and the date and time it was published. Additionally, a post might include other elements, such as a title.
spoiler

Spoiler (or spoiler) refers to content that could ruin the experience for someone watching a movie, a series, reading a book, or something similar. For instance, if someone wants to watch a replay of a game they haven't seen yet, and someone else tells them the final score beforehand, that second person has spoiled the enjoyment because the first person now knows how it ends. Therefore, it is highly recommended to clearly indicate where a spoiler begins and ends in such texts. This is typically done by using obvious markers before and after the text, such as START SPOILER and END SPOILER. Otherwise, spoiler comes from the English word spoil, which means to ruin.
supermoderator (supermod, smod)

Supermoderators are users who sit one step above moderators on the hierarchy. While moderators only have the power to manage the specific subreddits they are assigned to, supermoderators hold authority over all subreddits on the entire platform. They also possess additional powers that regular moderators do not have. On this site, they can be identified by having a red username.
topic (thread, theme)

A topic is a space on Reddit where users can discuss a specific subject (defined by the thread's title)—essentially, a place where users leave posts. Topics are always located within a subreddit that gathers numerous topics of a similar nature.
trolling

Trolling involves posting with the primary goal of provoking an emotional reaction from others or otherwise disrupting a normal discussion. Generally, this style of communication is considered undesirable.
URL

In short, web addresses are examples of URLs. You can see these addresses in your web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.) in the address bar at the top center of the window. Technically, URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator. An example of a URL is: http://www.reddit.com/subreddit/example
XD

This is an emoticon representing intense laughter. X represents tightly closed eyes, while D represents a wide-open mouth from laughing. It depicts an emotional reaction where someone is laughing so hard that their mouth is wide open and their eyes are squeezed shut.

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#29 · May 6, 2010

To access the text version of the Reddit, just click the Text version link at the bottom right of any page, or use this link:
http://www.reddit.com/archive/index.php

If you're trying to get the text version for a specific thread—like the one you're reading right now—there isn't a direct button for that. It’s a bit of a hassle, but doable. A typical thread URL looks like this:
Code:

http://www.reddit.com/showthread.php?t=NUMBER

To pull up the text version for that specific thread, just swap that number into this URL format and paste it into your browser:
Code:

http://www.reddit.com/archive/index.php/t-NUMBER.html

For example, looking at this current thread. Its URL is:
Code:

http://www.reddit.com/showthread.php?t=544411

The text version of this thread would be:
Code:

http://www.reddit.com/archive/index.php/t-544411.html

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#30 · Jul 29, 2010

1. Introduction

Due to some technical glitches, the text coloring button is acting up. We're working to get this fixed as soon as possible. In the meantime, please refer to the instructions below for coloring your text.

Just click the button to get the text coloring code. He'll just generate this on your post:

Black

The bolded red section is essential. This is where you enter the specific color you want for your text.

You can input a color using either its name or its numerical value.

2. Coloring by name

Modern browsers now support a massive variety of color names. You can find the full list right here:
w3schools.com - HTML color Names

Out of all those names on that link, you really should only stick to a handful of them. The reason is simple: those specific names are standardized, so they’re guaranteed to work for everyone, whereas the rest are hit or miss. Here are the ones I’d recommend: aqua, Black, Blue., fuchsia, Gray, green, lime, maroon, Navy., I don't know what to tell you. It's just olive., administrator green, red, silver, teal, White, yellowIf you can't find your preferred color on this list, just use the hex code instead.

3. Coloring by numeric value

Colors can also be defined using a six-digit hexadecimal code instead of just names. For example:

#FFB428

Please note that a symbol should be placed before the number. #You can display over 16.7 million distinct colors this way. Colors are grouped in pairs of two digits. The first two digits set the amount of Red, the middle two determine Green, and the last two dictate Blue (00 means no color; FF means maximum intensity). Mixing these different combinations produces a massive spectrum.

Below is a table featuring several shades of basic colors.

Code:

I haven't heard anything from anyone lately. It's quiet.
#000000 #333333 #666666 #999999 #000000 #FFFFFF

red:
#330000 #660000 #990000 #Black Black #FF0000 #FF6666 #FF9999 #FFCCCC

green:
#003300 #006600 #009900 #00CC00 #00FF00 #33FF33 #66FF66 #99FF99 #CCFFCC

blue:
#000033 #000066 #000099 #0000CC #0000FF #3333FF #6666FF #9999FF #CCCCFF

yellow:
#333300 #666600 #999900 #CCCC00 #FFFF00 #FFFF33 #FFFF66 #FFFF99 #FFFFCC

pink:
#330033 #660066 #990099 #CC00CC #FF00FF #FF33FF #FF66FF #FF99FF #FFCCFF

turquoise:
#003333 #006666 #009999 #00CCCC #00FFFF #33FFFF #66FFFF #99FFFF #CCFFFF

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#31 · Oct 6, 2010

If you've forgotten your username or password, you can request to have your username sent to your email and your password reset here:
http://www.reddit.com/login.php?do=lostpw

Enter the email address you used to register on this Reddit. You'll receive instructions via that email on how to reset your password.

Jacob Foster11 Active MemberOP

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#32 · Nov 7, 2010

There are several different user roles on this Reddit. They are distinguished by their username colors:

Blue Just a regular user.
Gray User is under Ban.
Black Moderator.
red supermoderator purple
Administrator green Administrator
Green Sponsor.

Moderators manage specific subreddits. Supermoderators hold those same powers but oversee the entire site. Administrators have absolute authority over everything here. These users are responsible for the editing and maintenance of the platform or individual sections. You can find their list right here:
http://www.reddit.com/showgroups.php

Sponsors are just users who have worked out specific partnerships with the Reddit community. They typically get their own dedicated thread where they can promote their products or whatever for a set period of time.

Users under a Ban are those who have been penalized by the site administration. They are restricted from posting anywhere on the site except for the ban corner, and they cannot access their Direct messages. A Ban may be temporary or permanent. You can find the ban corner here:
http://www.reddit.com/r/discussion/

driftingtinker Regular

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#33 · Oct 1, 2022

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