Editing?

Hi there,

How come I am no longer able to edit my posts?

Thanks,
Sam

That was changed a while back, Sam. The editing feature is removed after 24 hours. This was done because there were quite a few instances when the original poster didn't like the answers they were given so essentially deleted their first post by editing, thus making the whole thread useless as a future educational tool.

OK thanks Heidi.

Originally Posted by valanhb

That was changed a while back, Sam. The editing feature is removed after 24 hours. This was done because there were quite a few instances when the original poster didn't like the answers they were given so essentially deleted their first post by editing, thus making the whole thread useless as a future educational tool.

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I have a question about that though. I made a post yesterday and then wanted to delete it five minutes after I wrote it and it wouldn't let me delete it. It was within the 24 hour time frame. Have our delete priveleges been removed?

Originally Posted by Charcoal

I have a question about that though. I made a post yesterday and then wanted to delete it five minutes after I wrote it and it wouldn't let me delete it. It was within the 24 hour time frame. Have our delete priveleges been removed?

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For the first post, you cannot delete the post because it deletes the thread. Basically the same principal - there were issues with people who would come in, not like the answers, and delete their own thread. If you make an error in posting a thread, for instance a duplicate thread or something you think later contains too much personal information, contact a moderator and generally we'll take care of it for you.

Okay because it was the only post and I was confused. Thanks for clearing it up.

Members have never been able to delete the first post of a thread.

Not looking to delete my last post, just want to  correct a word missing from the title.  It's only been about 15 minutes, and can't edit.

lionandlamb said:

Not looking to delete my last post, just want to  correct a word missing from the title.  It's only been about 15 minutes, and can't edit.

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If I recall correctly, you have to post a certain number of times before you can edit. At the bottom of your post on the far left is a wee flag. If you could edit a wee pencil will also appear.

lionandlamb said:

Not looking to delete my last post, just want to  correct a word missing from the title.  It's only been about 15 minutes, and can't edit.

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Hi and welcome to the site!

This link will explain a bit more about user titles and editing.

http://www.thecatsite.com/t/242191/promotions-and-benefits



If you need something changed, just let one of the Moderators know and we can fix it.

lionandlamb said:

Not looking to delete my last post, just want to  correct a word missing from the title.  It's only been about 15 minutes, and can't edit.

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Found it and fixed it.