I wish when people selected a user name

AZ Jim

AZ Jim

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They would pick one that is easy to use by others. When someone signs up as "OutOfLuck" we end up either using the whole name or calling him "Out". "ILoveTexas" becomes "I". You get the picture. Gawd forbid anyone call themselves "StupidInLove", you know what we'd call him don't ya? And by picking that name I'd say he was.
 

Actually I agree with you Jim, there's been a few recently who've signed up with totally unpronounceable names and much as it's lovely to have them here as members , and I know sometimes it can prove difficult to choose a nom de plume for a forum that hasn't already been taken..it does however make some of it hard for us to use without keep going back to check how to spell it before we can refer to that member
 
Falcon said:
I fully agree ! + Even tho not required, members annoy me when they don't fill out their profiles and/or not have their location on their posts.
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This I find strange too, they may stay for years and
are active members, but prefer to remain anonymus.

Mike.
 
I understand people who wish to remain anonymous..perhaps they feel more comfortable knowing they can't be identified potentially by friends, family or workmates...

People as we know don't have to fill in any of their profile..and yes it would be nice to know more about some of them but that's their prerogative and we must respect that...it's just the unpronounceable name thing that's a wee bit frustrating for me..
 
hollydolly said:
Actually I agree with you Jim, there's been a few recently who've signed up with totally unpronounceable names and much as it's lovely to have them here as members , and I know sometimes it can prove difficult to choose a nom de plume for a forum that hasn't already been taken..it does however make some of it hard for us to use without keep going back to check how to spell it before we can refer to that member
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Yes but you know if we used our names with a minor change if necessary, it would be better. Some members do use their name or a name they like to be called but not some of these undecipherable handles.
 
Lots of folks aren't quite as "forum" savvy, but I don't like posts like this because it could really discourage someone from joining, or make someone feel really bad about their username. I think it would be nice if everyone would consider others feelings before they post stuff like this. If some chooses a long name "that we" don't approve of, I for one just call them by the first two letters. Isn't there anything better to do then complain about a newcomers username, geesh:(
 
This was the first forum I ever joined; and I didn't have any trouble; you take your cue from the 'names' of the posters.
 
nwlady said:
Lots of folks aren't quite as "forum" savvy, but I don't like posts like this because it could really discourage someone from joining, or make someone feel really bad about their username. I think it would be nice if everyone would consider others feelings before they post stuff like this. If some chooses a long name "that we" don't approve of, I for one just call them by the first two letters. Isn't there anything better to do then complain about a newcomers username, geesh:(
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Denise, My post and the replies are not intended to discourage new members it was so that the person who might be reading right now but has yet to join would maybe give a little thought to the nick they choose. As far as how you feel about it, I can only say we don't all necessarily share the same opinion. Appreciate your input however.
 
The intention may have been good, but I see it as griping and rude.

If you want to encourage folks to choose good usernames you could write something like this:

Call the post, Choosing a good username:

Only suggestions for new folks.

Pick one that is easy to remember
Pick one that is easy for others to remember
Pick one that you will be happy with for a long time
Have fun with it and know that your new friends are going to be calling you that here, so make sure you really like it.

I mean you could put in your own ideas on what a good username is, but that imo, little bit of honey, would catch a lot more new folks.
 
The very nature of internet interactions introduces one level depersonalizing abstraction, unpronounceable or unintelligible usernames adds a further level of abstraction, we're getting a long way away from warm and fuzzy. I really wish people would sign their comments with their first name.
 
Like I said Josiah, take into consideration the person that has never joined a forum. I think something in the registration (something tactful explaining how to make a good choice on a username) could help them better than a thread griping about "how the newcomers pick crappy usernames". Denise PS Also, some folks are timid about anyone knowing their name, and bottom line is that someone should be able to pick what they like for a username even if it doesn't suit us.
 
I fully agree with AZ Jim and am glad that somebody brought up these problems.

I STILL don't know the GENDER of some members. It'd be nice to know if the poster is a man or a woman so I'd know how to reply.
 
nwlady said:
Like I said Josiah, take into consideration the person that has never joined a forum. I think something in the registration (something tactful explaining how to make a good choice on a username) could help them better than a thread griping about "how the newcomers pick crappy usernames". Denise PS Also, some folks are timid about anyone knowing their name, and bottom line is that someone should be able to pick what they like for a username even if it doesn't suit us.
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Point of order Denise. No one said anyone need their own name, just something others could easily call them. It could be "Flower", "Boxer", "BigJ", "Baja", "Tex" anything easy to refer to them by. Does that better explain our position? I thought I made that clear in the OP. If not Mea Culpa.....
 
AZ Jim said:
Point of order Denise. No one said anyone need their own name, just something others could easily call them. It could be "Flower", "Boxer", "BigJ", anything easy to refer to them by. Does that better explain our position? I thought I made that clear in the OP. If not Mea Culpa.....
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You read my post? It doesn't say that I thought you were telling people to user their own name. Josiah mentioned (which is who the reply was to) that he wished folks would sign with their real name, after a post??

If you don't see where parts of this thread could discourage or scare folks off, I can't explain it to you. I thought someone would get what I was saying, and agree. But I guess I'm the only one that sees it as a determent to those that may want to join. I know sometimes I forget that these posts, if you google the right word, even show up in a search. Lot's of people see them. I'm done, said what I meant, and meant what I said.
 
nwlady said:
You read my post? It doesn't say that I thought you were telling people to user their own name. Josiah mentioned (which is who the reply was to) that he wished folks would sign with their real name, after a post??

If you don't see where parts of this thread could discourage or scare folks off, I can't explain it to you. I thought someone would get what I was saying, and agree. But I guess I'm the only one that sees it as a determent to those that may want to join. I know sometimes I forget that these posts, if you google the right word, even show up in a search. Lot's of people see them. I'm done, said what I meant, and meant what I said.
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Your contribution and opinion is valued. Thanks.
 
AZ Jim said:
They would pick one that is easy to use by others. When someone signs up as "OutOfLuck" we end up either using the whole name or calling him "Out". "ILoveTexas" becomes "I". You get the picture. Gawd forbid anyone call themselves "StupidInLove", you know what we'd call him don't ya? And by picking that name I'd say he was.
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I know what you mean AZ, the shorter the more convenient to write in a reply. Having a 'handle' is fun on forums, my username has sentimental value, as it was the name of my father's boat when I was young. But you can call me Sea, and I'll even respond to S. :playful:
 
SeaBreeze said:
I know what you mean AZ, the shorter the more convenient to write in a reply. Having a 'handle' is fun on forums, my username has sentimental value, as it was the name of my father's boat when I was young. But you can call me Sea, and I'll even respond to S. :playful:
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Dad used to say you can call me Roy, you can call me Boy but just don't call me late for supper.
 
Falcon said:
I fully agree ! + Even tho not required, members annoy me when they don't fill out their profiles and/or not have their location on their posts.
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I am reticent to give away very much information in my profile although I may give out more in various postings. I never name any of my family online.
My location, Sydney, is as specific as I get. I never reveal my actual DOB either because it is a key piece of data that can be abused.

My photo may appear occasionally but is fairly soon thereafter replaced by my animal avatar. Caution is prudence, IMO.
 
Perhaps my avatar should have been a pic of my dog hiking his leg against a fire hydrant, then you would know I'm male.


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