Yes they should be moderated.
In this day and age, across many forums, people choose to press the quote button to reply to a post rather than editing the post down only to what requires being quoted.
I mean if I wanted to quote Geoff W above, I can press the quote button and do this:
Quote:
Originally Posted by Geoff W
Andrew,
I think your point maybe valid, however going though all these posts every day must drive the mods nuts! It is free!
I have never been reprimanded by the mods, as I am sure LOTS of others havent been either.
After you have read a post or two when the "bolded messages" have been there, surely you will get the message.
I mean my comment sincerely and am NOT IN ANY WAY having a go at anyone who may have been in my language "bolded".
Kind regards,
Geoff
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Or I can choose to edit it PRIOR to pressing "Submit Reply" and quote only what is required, ie:
Quote:
Originally Posted by Geoff W
After you have read a post or two when the "bolded messages" have been there, surely you will get the message.
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However in most cases it is never generally necessary to quote the person who appears directly above your post when read by others.
Personally, I think the "Reply with Quote" button should be removed and users manually insert anything they believe need to be quoted.
We have a great board and I believe it's professional appearance is something we should all strive to preserve.
Now go on, someone quote this entire post........
