Karlbirger
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Hi guys,
When is it ok to bump a thread?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
KB
When is it ok to bump a thread?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
KB
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SuperFerret
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I'd say normally a good few hours after posting, but I'd say only bump once a day... 
Hope this helps!
Hope this helps!
Karlbirger
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Okey, I guess I can give it a bump now then and another next week if nothing have happend during the weekend.
Thx for the input SuperFerret.
Regards
KB
Thx for the input SuperFerret.
Regards
KB
xenou
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Many board regulars will view "unanswered threads" when they log in. So don't worry that your post will disappear as soon as there's 25 more behind it - it will still be seen. I believe the default behavior for viewing threads is to cut them off after two days (i.e., to show "today" and "yesterday" posts) - so after a day has passed bumps are more useful. I think Ferret's advice is good - once a day usually suffices, and if you've got six bumps and no answers I'd probably give up at that point. There are too many reasons for a thread to go unanswered but in any case where you aren't getting a reply it's worthwhile to review the forum posting guidelines.
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Karlbirger
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xenou,
Thx for the answer. I recently made a bump on my thread, so I'll wait a day to see if anything happens. Otherwise I'll bump one more time next week, and then I'll review my question.
I have checked the forum rules and guidelines - my thread should be in line with what is expected.
Regards
KB
Thx for the answer. I recently made a bump on my thread, so I'll wait a day to see if anything happens. Otherwise I'll bump one more time next week, and then I'll review my question.
I have checked the forum rules and guidelines - my thread should be in line with what is expected.
Regards
KB
shg
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I think the number one favor one can do oneself when posts go unanswered is to review the original question and see if there is sufficient information for someone to provide an answer. IMO, the onus is on the OP to avoid the necessity for playing Twenty Questions to get the detail needed.
Karlbirger
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Michael,
Yes - it was that thread I had in mind, and I appreciate the demand from hiker95.
I used MrExcel html maker to provide the information. Hope it will help for any enhusiast to help me.
Otherwise I'll rewise my question in a couple of days and see if I can provide an easier question that will still bring some light over how I shall succeed with my desired outcome..
Cheers
KB
Yes - it was that thread I had in mind, and I appreciate the demand from hiker95.
I used MrExcel html maker to provide the information. Hope it will help for any enhusiast to help me.
Otherwise I'll rewise my question in a couple of days and see if I can provide an easier question that will still bring some light over how I shall succeed with my desired outcome..
Cheers
KB
