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Stop writing one big block of message!
Hi,
First off, I love this message board; I drop by several times a day, just to see if any interesting stories have been posted. However, there are some of you who post (long) interesting messages that are simply annoying to read. How? Well, I hate reading a story that is written in ONE HUGE paragraph. It simply irritrates me that some of you don't make an effort to split up the story into chunks/paragraphs. So next time you make (long) posts, try to divide your story into paragraphs. I think it will make it easier for many to read. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Is it me or is it starting to get hot in here... (<-- in reference to flames I'm most likely to receive). http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Thanks! Bye! ------------------ Gautam N. Lad http://www.cubicdesign.com http://www.cubicdesign.com/mustang/ |
A reasonable request.
It's known as formatting and really does make a story/message easier and more inviting to read. Those who do this will probably get a larger number of reads and better responses to their posts. Those who don't, won't. It's still the posters' choice. No rules about this, it's only a suggestion. ------------------ Mr. 5.0 Messageboard Administrator |
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this really want any hope to be better? so! annoying! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...ard/tongue.gif |
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Hi,
Are you guys (Michelle, 90LSC, ed1371) mocking me? http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Anywho, for your information, I was referring to paragraphing not grammar. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...ard/tongue.gif Bye! ------------------ Gautam N. Lad http://www.cubicdesign.com http://www.cubicdesign.com/mustang/ |
I think I once read something about one sentence poaragraphs being annoying too.
Now I can't remmber where the heck it was though. Oh, well, when I remember, maybe I'll post it. Rev ------------------ '66 Coupe, 306, 300 HP, C-4, 13.97 e.t., 100.3 mph 1/4 mi. |
WTF?
Are not thou fellow board members here to help each other, rather than critize form and structure? Verily I say to thee...nay to the whims of the annointed! If not, then........WHACK!...... those long paragraphs so thy master will be appeased! http://cwm.ragesofsanity.com/s/diablo/WHAXATK.GIF p.s. so what ya gonna' whine about next? ------------------ HeadsUp4ever! http://www.trainboard.com/smiles/096.gif Hell, I'll drink to that! |
I trust you've all read Hemmingway...
------------------ Capri306, Moderator, The Mustang Works Online 1979 Mercury Capri, 5.0L -- C4 -- 2.73 1987 Mustang LX Notch http://smilecwm.tripod.com/net3/wink2.gif <--- New Timeslips |
Jeeze, lets not get too picky guys.
Skyler ------------------ -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- TFS Heads, Edelbrock intake, E-303, 3.73's, 1 5/8 shorty headers, Offroad-Hpipe, 2chamber flows, 36psi FPR, playing with timing still, 70mm tb, 73mm maf, 24lb injectors, K/N, March Crank pulley, MSD6a, 9mm wires and FMS Aluminum driveshaft. Best ET 13.2@106mph Needs tuning... |
Hi,
Well, I hate to get 'picky' but hey, that's just something I've noticed over time. People come in the BOL to express their views/opinions so I figured I do the same. Is there something wrong in doing that? As for my next b*tching? Hmm...I've always had this beef with people who can't tell the freakin difference between YOUR and YOU'RE. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Bye! ------------------ Gautam N. Lad http://www.cubicdesign.com http://www.cubicdesign.com/mustang/ |
Hehe, let the English lessons begin!
I've noticed a few people who don't use proper grammer, but wouldn't take the time to harp on them about it. I understand what they are saying and that's plenty good enough. And besides, I know there have been quite a few times when I've used the wrong pronunciation (is that spelled right?). Not that I'm slamming on you Guatam because everyone is entitled to their own opinion, and I see nothing wrong with you bringing up this topic. But just be prepared when you do post a topic that is more or less slamming on someone to get slammed in return. Most of the people here are into Mustangs, not grammer and could care less about the latter. ------------------ 90 Mustang LX 5.0 My Ride*My Site |
your vs you're
there vs their vs they're coarse vs course moot point vs mute point you lose your mind not loose your mind {unless,of course, you loose your mind on the course of a coarse subject. Once there it will be their decision if they're going to mute you. In which case it is a moot point} These are the most common misuses. Not flaming anyone in particular. I certainly am not perfect and on occasion will misspell a word. I also am one of those guilty of typing out one large paragraph. Just thought I'd throw more fuel on the fire. [This message has been edited by 90LSC (edited 12-27-2000).] |
A lot is shown of a person in their communication with others. Grammar, spelling, and puncuation should always be considered whether it is a term paper or an e-mail/post on the web.
It does not take up that much extra time when writing a post to be a little cleaner in form. Some of the posts are very hard to read and comprehend but have great content and information. |
Well, I am a college student and I do know how to compose a piece of writing. However, it is very tiring to correct and fix every mistake. I thought, that the internet of all places, would not be as formal about grammar and the like.
I do realize the importance of acting professional, but most of us here on the website don't have the correct skills to communicate on that level. You can read into how someone writes and tell alot about them. But we are not here to criticize and degrade people based upon their writing abilities. This is a place that I figured I could let down my guard that I put up daily, at school. It is not an unreasonable request to split a blob of a paragraph into much smaller coherent ones, but don't criticize fellow mustangers. I myself am guilty of writing big paragraphs. After reading your post Gautam, I went to where I made a lengthy post and split it into easier to read paragraphs. We are all here to learn, but not about grammar and spelling, just about MUSTANGS! ------------------ 88GT stock shortblock, ported GT-40 iron heads, ported Edlebrock Performer intake, 24# inj, Pro-M 75mm Bullet MAM, 3.73, hurst short throw, F-303, electric fan, alum rad, FMS HD clutch, R134a ac conversion, 70mm TB , and some other stuff I probably forgot, best run so far on ET streets is 13.02@106 with a 1.87 60ft. [This message has been edited by 88GT5.013.02 (edited 12-27-2000).] [This message has been edited by 88GT5.013.02 (edited 12-27-2000).] |
Hi,
Well, I wasn't targetting anyone in particular. I just wanted to let my thought out to the general audience, so those who do write big paragraphs (you know who you are) will understand why I'm b*tching. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif I know the 'Net is unformal, and we should talk any way we want, but it doesn't hurt to practice proper grammar and spelling. It's like talking to someone in person; you don't want them scratching their head trying to figure out what the hell you're talking about. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Bye! ------------------ Gautam N. Lad http://www.cubicdesign.com http://www.cubicdesign.com/mustang/ |
First off Guatam...
targetting should be targeting (only one "T") and unformal is not a word. And just to let you criticize your own posts, I've noticed another spelling boo boo in one of your posts, and improper use of grammer in another. Can you find them? Just poking fun man, not flaming http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif ------------------ 90 Mustang LX 5.0 My Ride*My Site [This message has been edited by AxemanZZ (edited 12-28-2000).] |
Maybe we need spell checker for usage when we make posts. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif
------------------ 1996 Mustang GTS For Sale:$10,500 |
Hi,
Hehe, crap, I was off by a letter for both those words. Oh well. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif As for spelling and grammar. Well, I don't exactly write my messages like I'm writing an essay. Anywho, lets not get carried away at pointing fingers at those who can't spell or use proper grammar; my original post was about splitting up paragraphs and not spelling or grammar. And as always, I can always use the arguement English is not my first language (even though I moved to Canada 12 years ago and have spoken/written nothing but English). http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif 96GTS: Actually, we don't need a spellchecker; we could just rely on AxemanZZ to check our spelling and grammar. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Bye! ------------------ Gautam N. Lad http://www.cubicdesign.com http://www.cubicdesign.com/mustang/ |
Eye dont sea wat awl tha fus is abowt. As long as peapl can undrstand wat is triing to be sed. Potatoe Potatoe Potatoe! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif Light Em Up!!! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...oard/smile.gif
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"Every fault finder, smells his own hine-der"
http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...gboard/eek.gif Hemmingway? ------------------ HeadsUp4ever! http://www.trainboard.com/smiles/096.gif Hell, I'll drink to that! |
Nevermind.
[This message has been edited by moosejaw (edited 12-30-2000).] |
Gautam, You stated, "I noticed over time". You have only 97 post. You are a puppy, Mabey a educated puppy, but a puppy. We all fogive and go on here. This is not grammar school. It is a Mustang MESSAGE board.
Lighten up, don't take life so serous. Oh by the way, don't beat up on me, I entered the work force at the age of 13, and had to sacrafice education to help raise the family. So some of this text may be wrong acording to you high standards. ------------------ Jason B Johnson 88LX,speed density,edel heads,4.30s,B-303,cobra,tremac, 12.38 @ 111.28 1.80 60ft 28X10 street tires 12.17 @ 112 26 X 10 slicks |
Yeah, high standards for someone who cant spell? Maybe you should concentrate on your spelling, and not so much on your paragraphs, then we can understand what YOU are trying to say.
------------------ 1993 GT/AOD '93 Mustang GT |
Hi,
Oh crap, I can't believe how this all backfired on me. I mean, all I asked for was splitting up paragraphs. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...d/confused.gif And these paragraphs didn't even have to be split up according to the English language/grammar. I don't believe I have a spelling problem; if I do make a spelling error, it's most likely a typo. Oh well... http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...d/confused.gif Bye! ------------------ Gautam N. Lad http://www.cubicdesign.com http://www.cubicdesign.com/mustang/ |
I have requested Dan to initiate a spellchecker option, however the option was not deemed feasible. In the meantime, I believe it is neither time nor effort consuming to scan your posts for spelling errors. Like it or not, people will judge you based on your word choice and spelling.
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LOL Don't worry Guatam, all is well! Some things bug me too, but usually I stay silently irked!! It's all good! Although I have to say, I am a BIG non-paragraph man... I always write huge chunks of sentences!! LOL http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...board/wink.gif
------------------ Joe! 1988 GT, 167,000 miles!!! 13.71@105mph Check out my listing! Click here! |
Let me add to the fire again.
which vs witch brake vs break If English is not your 1st language, cool, confusion is understandable. Otherwise........ |
Hey Gautam,
I was picking on you for being nit picky! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...oard/smile.gif ------------------ 1995 Mustang V6,automaatic 1966 Mustang The long term project 1983 Mustang GT The 460 project |
Ok I'm just going to throw out my 2 cents. Personally I come on here to post and read about mustang info. I could give a $hit about grammar spelling etc etc. I am a college student and get quite enough of that crap at school. When I am at home I want to be able to drop my guard and not worry about it.
That being said I have multiple and many errors of all type in every post I make probably and if people think i'm not educated or less of a person becuase of it that's their judgement to make.(notice that last sentence was a run on sentence huh?) I don't mind splitting my big paragraphs up into little ones if it makes it easier for people to read, but as long as people can understand what i'm saying(I don't think a few spellliing or grammar mistakes will change that) then i'm not going to waste my time trying to make my posts look pretty. ------------------ 92 AOD GT, K&N, ram air, pulleys, 2 ch. flowmasters, 4:10's, shift kit, 1 5/8 mac longtubes and offroad hpipe 14.249 @ 97.34 mph before the headers and hpipe |
The only thing that drives me nuts is when some nubie pops in and posts something like this.
HELP GRINDING! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...oard/frown.gif MY CAR 87 GT HAVE TRANNY MAKING NOISE WHEN GEAR FLOORED ONLY LIKE 2000 MAYBE 300 RPMS ARE FASTER THAN WHEN MAKES NOISE. ANYONE HAVE ANY IDEA'S, I NEED TO FIX QUICK SHOPPING WHEN HAVE TO GO SOON. I swear to god, the next serious post like that that I see I'm going to flame the hell outta the poster. I see one about once every couple weeks and they start getting all peeved cause nobody's answering them because it's so incoherent that you can't figure out what they want! [This message has been edited by Unit 5302 (edited 12-31-2000).] |
Posts and replies are regarded as informal and are not intended to be 'pretty'. I wonder sometimes if information given is accurate if spelling--not so much grammar--is overlooked. Attention to detail, enhances the accuracy of facts.
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you gonna tell me how to wipe my butt too?
I like writing in one big muddle. it makes me feel like i'm really talking to someone when i'm really just typing meaningless drivel to appease the masses and learning about runon sentences and the like. now i really hope that at least somebody has the comon sense to be annoyed and flame the $hit out of me because i probably deserve it after blatantly running on at the mouth (keyboard??) about absolutely nothing, let alone mustang talk, which is why we come here in the first place, really. isn't it? so, i don't have a running mustang now and i feel like being a pita because it is in my nature, you see. most people probably don't remember me being so wordy, but i believe the situation requires some grounding in fact and a basis for complaint, so now that i have completely run out of things to say, let me continue to add that a few more days and i'll be out cruising in my stang and i'm going to find some guy that thinks he's all that and i'm gonna show him just what he's got. nada. zip. nothing. just a shiny piece of crap that nobody will look at again. does that make any sense? no I thought not. I guess i've made my worthless point by now. haven't I? maybe not. you see, the point is that well, i don't have a point, i was really just seeing if i could write a really annoying post that is on-topic in a really twisted sort of way. and if anyone really read all this, get a freakin' life! I got nothing to say until my car is fixed and until then i will just have to try to be funny in my own way. so, to anyone that likes to write in long continuous paragraphs, Joke 'em in the @ss if they can't take a *****! (is it ok to say that here? I've been away at a webboard that believes in totally free speech unlike the conservative musclecar boards that use filters...but thats a whole different bag of worms, eh?) anyway, that wasn't why I came here, i came here to rebel against single sentence paragraphs that I have previously been so inclined to type rapidly and succinctly into the ether which is the internet in all it's glory and etc. now seeming too short to really make a point, so i must run on and on and on. why is that i wonder? at least I can spell pretty good. P-R-E-T-T-Y G-O-O-D. see?! I knew I could!. so now if you have read to this point you really are worse off than the ones that stopped halfway and the ones that just skipped all this crap, I applaud your bravery! you have done precisely what was required of you and have most successfully earned the privelidge of reading the last few little bits which may actually go on quite long, seeming as how i have gone on so long, why stop now when i'm just getting up some steam? well, i do have a life, and no matter how quickly i type, it is still time taken away from my current favorite website where people are attacked with a vengeance for less than this foolishness of 'breaking up paragraphs' to make one guy happy. anyway, hope you have/have had a wonderful holiday season and that you got everything you wanted and more. man, what a load! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif ------------------ Rob Wegner 90LX |
Might I suggest you cut back on the coffee? I may be mistaken but you seem a little high strung at the moment.
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Coffee? I was thinking more like everclear or something along those lines.
Rev |
getting closer...
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Forget the thoughts of wisdom, how about we just post pictures??
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And Snakeman, no, I won't tell you how to wipe your butt. I just hope that you do.
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DAYUM Rob!! You go! http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...gboard/eek.gif
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Well, now that you asked for opinions......
If you don't like someone's paragraphs, it sounds to me like YOU'RE the one with a problem! ------------------ HeadsUp4ever! http://www.trainboard.com/smiles/096.gif Hell, I'll drink to that! [This message has been edited by cometbfx (edited 01-01-2001).] |
LOL. Another post that just won't die. Do you have a knack for this or what, Gautum? I thought about splitting this up into paragraphs, but decided against it. This post may reach 100 before you do, but keep trying. I like your style.
Rev ------------------ '66 Coupe, 306, 300 HP, C-4, 13.97 e.t., 100.3 mph 1/4 mi. |
I think this is all rather stupid. I think this as a mustang board (?), where people come to communicate about mustangs and some other topics not related to mustangs at all (hence the Blue Oval Lounge). Although I do agree with filtering some content to ensure the integrity of the site, whether some one wants to communicate will the CAPS LOCK ON,
Put everything into little paragraphs, speak dans la Francais, tup lla eht srettel sdrawkcab (put all the letters backwards), or miss out on punctuation and capital letters, should not matter here. Although one may not receive the response that was hoped for. If you do not like the way someone posts don't read it. Once you get to "know" the people here an how they post, I think you actually understand them better and know there posting style. I look forward to some peoples posts here, while others, I read only when I have a little extra time or when I have finished reading everything else. I believe that there are people from other countries here that don't speak or write English as well as others. Are we going to tell them they shouldn't post here because they forgot to put a capital at the beginning of a sentence? I like to see all the proper English, punctuation included, it makes thing way easier to read. I would not however, tell people it annoys me when they don't communicate properly. If the message is too long for you to understand skip the post! I'm sure that their will be lots of other posts to read. Anyway, I guess this is a Flame. http://www.mustangworks.com/interact...rd/biggrin.gif ------------------ White 1995 Mustang GT Dynomax Cat-Back Offroad H-pipe K&N Filters w/o Air Silencer My 1995 Mustang GT |
The original request was valid. By making something easier to read and understand you are increasing the likelihood that someone will respond to your questions.
Breaking a message up into paragraphs is a great start. As noted already, most of us are capable of sifting through the bad grammar and misspellings, but lack of puncuation and structure can really discourage someone from reading a message. How many of you actually read Snakeman's example? Gautam didn't suggest any specific size of paragraph, just that messages aren't all one long paragraph. I think it's a good suggestion. |
MORE misused words....
wait vs weight hear vs here Just want to throw more fuel...... |
No lack of divirgent opinions here. I think that's healthy.
Rev |
Whatever.... next thread.
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snakeman (with that "post on crack" of his)
made the point for Guatam, i read that whole damn thing. I think i may be permantley (sp?) cross-eyed from reading that.from now on, all my posts will be in this easy to read double spaced format!! ------------------ stock aod (only mod is the .38 with hollows on the passenger seat for the jackers) waiting for relatives to die for money for mods... [This message has been edited by teal93LX (edited 01-05-2001).] |
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powered by Duracel it keeps going and going, and going, and going, and going, and going, and ..... ------------------ 1995 Mustang V6,automaatic 1966 Mustang The long term project 1983 Mustang GT The 460 project |
hehe this was a funny a$$ post to read...
As you can probably tell, I'm reading back in the BOL and digging up old topics everyone wishes WOULD STAY DEAD!!!!!! http://www.mustangworks.com/msgboard/tongue.gif ------------------ Elisha (Mustangbelle) 1994 GT: Cartech intake,4.10s, full exhaust, and pulleys. Sold the 1986 LX sedan :( http://www.geocities.com/mustangbelle_306 AOL name: GT306Chick |
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