All FAQ related to: newbie
- Posts and Discussions - I am new to the group, is there a place I should start posting?
- Posts and Discussions - How do I start a new discussion?
- Posts and Discussions - I see a lock next to a discussion topic, what does this mean?
- Posts and Discussions - I see a thumbtack next to a discussion topic, what does this mean?
- Support Groups - How do I join a support group?
- Support Groups - How do I find all the groups on here?
- Support Groups - How many support groups can I join?
- Friends - How do I add friends?
- My Account - What are ranks? Why am I a ‘New Member’?
I am new to the group, is there a place I should start posting?
You may start wherever you wish, but there
is a introduction part of the forums on the group, where most will
start, by introducing themselves and telling a little bit about themselves. You
can also check out the ‘new to the group?' link in the group's main
page.
How do I start a new discussion?
Click on the groups forums menu item in the group menu (on the left). Click on the appropriate category and then click on the start a new discussion button.While reading a discussion you can click on the start a new discussion button to start a new a new discussion in the same forum category.
I see a lock next to a discussion topic, what does this mean?
A lock icon means that no new posts are
allowed.Few possible reasons:
- It is used by the group leaders or site managers for special messages and information purposes.
- Group leader or site manager has decided to lock it (discussion got off topic or too "hot").
I see a thumbtack next to a discussion topic, what does this mean?
The thumbtack next to a post is for keeping
that post near the top of the forum, it is used for showing that this is
considered an important or informative topic.
How do I join a support group?
Find the group you'd
like to join, and click the Join this group button at the top right. Simple as that.How do I find all the groups on here?
Click on the online support groups on
the left side menu of any page, this will bring up all the groups. You can also
use the A.B.C. selector at the top of the groups page, or the Google search box on
the left.
How many support groups can I join?
As many as you like.
Many of our members are involved in more than one group.
How do I add friends?
Click on the member's avatar to get to
their profile page. There click on Ask For Friendship.
What are ranks? Why am I a ‘New Member’?
The rankings algorithm calculates all the activity on site and generates 5 different rankings.
- New Comer - The first few days before you have enough posts, diary entries, article, hugs etc'
- Member - The majority of the people in MDJunction will get this rank after some time on site.
- Senior Member - This rank is for people who are heavily involved in group activity and helping others. Not many members are at this rank right now.
- VIP Member – Represents exceptional well doing on every aspect of the community.
- Group Leader - It is not calculated by the algorithm. Group leaders are chosen by the site administrators.