Post by Senator Sidle on Feb 9, 2009 14:21:44 GMT
Frequently Asked Questions.
1. Can I change my username?
No, but you are able to change your display name. In order to change your display name click on the 'Profile' button located on the navigation bar and then modify your profile. From there if you look in the section named 'Accoutn Information' you will see that your display name option is changable. Please remember however that the handle you used in order to sign up to the board should always be used to log in.
2. What is a signature?
A signature is unique to each user on the board, it appears underneath all of your posts however you can change this option if you wish to do so. You can add pictures in to your profile and/or text (you must however follow the guidelines for sizes). Again where you changed your display name you can edit your signature, simply scroll down the page and you will see a field in which you can change your signature. The overall signature size shouldn't exceed 500x200
3. What is an avatar?
An avatar is a small image (100x100) that appears in the left hand side column of a users profile and post. You can add your own image if you would like to, you can change your avatar by editing your profile. Near the option to change your signature you should find an option to add your own avatar, instead of choosing from the drop down menu you use the 'Profile URL' section. Add the unique URL to this section and in the width and length of the avatar type 100 in both. Save your profile and if you have done it correctly your chosen avatar should appear on your profile.
4. How do I post a link?
5. Can I be a moderator/dectective?
All applicants must fill in a application form in order to have a chance of getting a place on the UTS staff, it is only fair. Simply view the 'Staff Recruitment' section of the boards and read the corresponding form and follow the instructions.
6. What are the stars for under my username?
These stars correspond with how many posts you have, the higher amount of posts then the more stars you will gain. If you notice also the rank name that you are given when you first sign up to the boards will also change.
7. How do I become an affiliate?
In the 'Adevertisement and Affiliation' section of the board you will find a post named ' Affiliate Requests', view this board and follow the steps in order to request an affiliate spot. Please remember that all mini-banners should be 88x31 in size, no bigger and no smaller unless we have stated otherwise.
1. Can I change my username?
No, but you are able to change your display name. In order to change your display name click on the 'Profile' button located on the navigation bar and then modify your profile. From there if you look in the section named 'Accoutn Information' you will see that your display name option is changable. Please remember however that the handle you used in order to sign up to the board should always be used to log in.
2. What is a signature?
A signature is unique to each user on the board, it appears underneath all of your posts however you can change this option if you wish to do so. You can add pictures in to your profile and/or text (you must however follow the guidelines for sizes). Again where you changed your display name you can edit your signature, simply scroll down the page and you will see a field in which you can change your signature. The overall signature size shouldn't exceed 500x200
3. What is an avatar?
An avatar is a small image (100x100) that appears in the left hand side column of a users profile and post. You can add your own image if you would like to, you can change your avatar by editing your profile. Near the option to change your signature you should find an option to add your own avatar, instead of choosing from the drop down menu you use the 'Profile URL' section. Add the unique URL to this section and in the width and length of the avatar type 100 in both. Save your profile and if you have done it correctly your chosen avatar should appear on your profile.
4. How do I post a link?
[url=www.whatever.com]Click Here![/url]
5. Can I be a moderator/dectective?
All applicants must fill in a application form in order to have a chance of getting a place on the UTS staff, it is only fair. Simply view the 'Staff Recruitment' section of the boards and read the corresponding form and follow the instructions.
6. What are the stars for under my username?
These stars correspond with how many posts you have, the higher amount of posts then the more stars you will gain. If you notice also the rank name that you are given when you first sign up to the boards will also change.
7. How do I become an affiliate?
In the 'Adevertisement and Affiliation' section of the board you will find a post named ' Affiliate Requests', view this board and follow the steps in order to request an affiliate spot. Please remember that all mini-banners should be 88x31 in size, no bigger and no smaller unless we have stated otherwise.