Likes and Such ????

[Sycamore67]

I am a bit confused about using the likes things.  If I like a project but do not have a comment, I will use the like or other symbol.  I have noticed that some will like every post in the forum and wonder why.  Is there some type of protocol for doing this?  Should I do a like or something for every post?  

Edited November 13, 2022 by Sycamore67

[Dan]

I'm like you (no pun intended there). I only like posts that appeal to me. This is not so say the work isn't good, but just not for me. 

I think people get some kind of award for hitting the "like" or other symbols. That's my guess on why they do it. Don't worry, you shouldn't have to like everything. 

[Jim McDonald]

I am like Dan in that I look at lots of post, but if it doesn't appeal to me, I move on with no comment and no icon.

I might give a like icon on some work photos, but for the most part, I might just read and move on.

[Hawk]

I agree with Dan and JIm...

[new2woodwrk]

I am different than most...

If I look at a post and it has someones work, I will always "like" it whether I really "like" the project or not., Because they spent time on it, created something to me it is worth a "like" - doesn't cost me anything and hopefully gives the OP the warm and fuzzies

As to text posts, I only "like" posts that interest me -wordle for example has no interest for me so no likes.

Remember though there are other icons besides like... "Thanks", "HaHa", "confused", "sad".

[meflick]

I usually always “like” projects with photos that are posted. While the object it’s self may not always appeal to me, I appreciate the time and effort that the poster put into making it. Just because it is not something I myself would necessarily make, doesn’t mean I don’t like the work done. Otherwise I don’t give a “like” to most other things unless I’m acknowledging someone replying to me, or I agree with the op on something. 

edited to add:  Larry reminded me of some other reasons I also may do a “like” (but I’m still probably forgetting a few ) would include trying to encourage a new member who may be new to scrolling, or just new to the forum.  Sometimes I may only do a like and no comment, other times, like and also comment. That usually depends on a couple things, one if I’m in a hurry and just “glancing” through or sometimes I’m just not feeling as “social” as other times.

I do know a few folks use the like button to help them keep track of the posts that they have read.

Edited November 15, 2022 by meflick

[LarryEA]

I sometimes LIKE  to encourage continued participation.

Also the difference between being an extrovert and introvert makes a difference.

Sometimes 'your' mood determines your likes. 

I like the personality, the subject, the wording, because I feel like giving a like.

Even if we all liked everything, no two likes would be alike.

I do likes sometimes because I don't want to search thru Icons to find the one I like.

 

 

 

 

 

Edited November 14, 2022 by LarryEA

[Sycamore67]

I appreciate (like) that people are willing to share their approach. it is good to understand what people are thinking and the way they respond.

I will like projects that I feel are good and comment on ones that are really good IMHO.  I will also like a project or two of a new scroller.  

With threads about comments or questions about technique, I will like really good answers.  And if I disagree I will use an emoji with a perplexed look.

[OCtoolguy]

I just use it as a way of knowing where I left off following a thread. It lets me know where I have been. I agree that it would be nice if there was a way of keeping track without having to "react".

[Sycamore67]

I get a place holder that shows me my unread replies.  

[danny]

Well I'll Be....  Gee pros n cons about offering a kind jesture to a fellow Scroller about his work.  Especially if they show a picture.  Guess I fall in the Category of Liking a lot.  Just Words mostly in a post I will read and either reply of if I am not into what is said I just continue on.  If I enjoy and agree I will Always tack on a Like.         Just my 2 cents....  Danny  :+}

[Sycamore67]

Danny.....it is not about whether or not to offer a kind gesture.  I am all for it but perhaps more selective about when I do.  How you do it is a personal preference.  However, I really prefer to like what I think are outstanding projects and comment on them.  Does this behavior make me bad or good...????

[OCtoolguy]

22 hours ago, Sycamore67 said:

I get a place holder that shows me my unread replies.  

I'd be interested in that. Can you advise? I don't like doing it this way.

[OCtoolguy]

8 minutes ago, Sycamore67 said:

Danny.....it is not about whether or not to offer a kind gesture.  I am all for it but perhaps more selective about when I do.  How you do it is a personal preference.  However, I really prefer to like what I think are outstanding projects and comment on them.  Does this behavior make me bad or good...????

No it doesn't. And this is where the written word isn't the best way of communicating. If we could all just sit abd chat there would be far less misunderstanding. I am bad about "reacting" to everything and will rethink how I do it. If there is a "placeholder" I'd much prefer that.

[OCtoolguy]

I think I just found something that I never knew was available for viewing SSV on my phone. It is 'activity" and only shows me what I have been following. Not sur about PC but probably there also. Yay! No more having to "react" to every post. 

[Sycamore67]

This what I see when viewing on my tablet.  It shows unread replies.

 

[OCtoolguy]

2 minutes ago, Sycamore67 said:

This what I see when viewing on my tablet.  It shows unread replies.

 

Thanks, I think I have figured it out. I never realized we had this "filter" available. I get so caught up in just doing the same old thing that I forget to look around at what's available. You have opened my eyes and hopefully others too.

 

[Gene Howe]

This topic has caused me untold hours of angst. 

[kmmcrafts]

Well now I'm really sad, I just thought you guys really liked me and my postings, replies etc.. but now I find out you just marking where you left off.. 

I'm not sure how I read or keep track.. must be something I set up a long time ago.. it's always had new content at the top of the listing views and the text Darker / Bold.. and topics I've seen not Darker / Bold. I think it's always been that way but I've been on here since nearly the beginning I think.. on here a long time before ever even posting anything.. just a shadow in the background, LOL