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New to the Forum – Quick Tips

Posted By: RickWhite

New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 08/31/04 02:30 PM

New to the Forum – Quick Tips

1) You can read any Forum without registering. If you want to Post, you must register. To register Click on Log In and then at the Log In Page, click on the link Register Here. Select a User Name and your own Password (write these down and remember them). And there is a little box you MUST check that says you will abide by the Forum Rules. If not checked, you will not get registered.
Now you can Post. By the way, you must allow Cookies.
2) It is best to read Forums in Collapsed Mode. That way you will see a list of Threads. To read a Thread, double click on it and all the post and replies will be shown in order of posts. To go back, click on Index and you will again see the list of threads.
By doing this the program keeps track of what you have already read, and when you click on the same thread again, it will pass over the ones already read and to the new posts. [color:"red"] (New) However, after we upgraded the software there seemed to be a glick and it did not show you the unread messages in red. To overcome that, check the box that says "Remember Me!" when you log in and it will all work again.[/color]
3) Be certain to look over the FAQ page, as there are so many neat things you can do
4) Click on Main Index to see the list of all the different Forums
5) To change how you want to view the Forums and other personal info, click on My Home.
The number of threads shown is set at the default of 10 per page. I set mine to 20, but you can set it to whatever you want.
There you can also change your Password, have you picture in your posts, and all sort of things
6) Click on Who's Online and you will see a list of folks that are presently using the Forum and what they are reading.
7) Search is a very powerful tool. Click on it and set the criteria for your search. Unlike the Old Forum where we had to delete messages over 2 months old to keep the program up to speed, this Program keeps all posts in its Database, so you can search by key word for any subject.
8) You can post pictures and use funny icons (Like This ) to express feelings. Lots of tools

ENJOY!

Rick
Posted By: jpmahoney

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/11/07 03:27 PM

I noticed some posts have a photo attached and some have the photo embedded in the message. How is the embedded done?
Posted By: hobie1616

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/11/07 05:14 PM

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I noticed some posts have a photo attached and some have the photo embedded in the message. How is the embedded done?
Click on Image and paste http info. See attached.

Attached picture 121170-Picture1.jpg
Posted By: Stein

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 11/06/07 11:27 AM

I would like to show a picture/drawing embedded in a message (in addition to as an attachment). The picture/drawing is on my pc as a .gif-file, I do not have website with an url for it.
I have seen some messages display an attachment picture embedded in the text.
How does one do that?
Thank you!
Stein
Posted By: Rolf_Nilsen

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 11/07/07 05:51 PM

Stein,

just upload the file as an attachment to the message. Then go back and edit your message. You can then cut and paste the URL to the image uploaded to catsailor.com in your message.
Posted By: Stein

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 11/12/07 11:46 AM

Thank you, Rolf!

You make huge contributions to this forum by insight and competance, and by always showing a positive, helping attitude.

Stein
Posted By: tedb

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 11/21/08 06:10 PM

There seems to be a problem with the search engine. When I click on the thread I want to search, I am redirected to the current main index
Posted By: kyle82

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 04/09/09 02:02 PM

ive tried to paste the picture with the posts i made but they won't show up. how are the pictures be embedded with the posts. should we still use codes like the ones from photobucket?
Posted By: brobru

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 05/01/09 10:57 AM

hi all,..i am back...re help..wwill a f 16 main fit a I17?
i have a 2000 I 17 NORMAL,..metal mastt NOT A 'R'',what I CALL A NORMAL,...FOUND A USED F 16 NACRA MAIN....TELL ME WILL IT FLY?REGARDS,
BRUCE ..ST CROIX,..I 17THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP.
Posted By: Cal Mac

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/16/09 06:01 PM

Hi Everyone,

I stumbled onto this site while searching for G Cat info. I was given a 5 m G Cat 10 years ago and have never seen another. Its an amazing boat and at 25 +/- years is still going strong, but showing its age (like me). Through it I have introduced sailing to many kids through school/church youth groups and most seemed to enjoy the experience and come back for more. I'm on the Left Coast near Morro Bay and would like to meet other cat sailers and espeially hear from other G Cat owners whever they may be. I'm also looking to replace mine with another someday but want one with dual tramps also. Any suggestions?
Posted By: RickWhite

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/16/09 08:01 PM

Your question may not get noticed way up here on the sticky threads that tell you how to use Forum.
Post the same thing as an original thread and you will have better luck.
Rick
Posted By: wildtsail

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 01/05/10 04:37 PM

When does the "New Forum" become not new anymore? smile
I think it's probably time to change it on the front page? I hate when I click Old Forum by accident!
Posted By: ruthie

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/21/10 04:54 AM

Thanks for providing Rick, I kept on roaming around here, have to familiarize the navigation, though its not tough as what am thinking , hhehehehe..
Posted By: N5hgt

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 03/14/11 05:17 AM

Would like to post a general question to the group, but didn't see a link or tab to click to originate a post?
Anyway, the question was- What is the most awesome sailing vacation spot you have been -- #1 With your own catamaran OR
with the catamaran belonging to the hotel? Any dates and or hotel information would be much appreciated. The basic idea is to take the wife on a REAL sailing adventure rather than a cruise.

Thanks for your help!

ewew921@gmail.com


Posted By: RickWhite

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 03/14/11 12:41 PM

In every one of the Forums at the very top are two tabs: New Topic and Options. Just click on New Topic and proceed.
Rick
Posted By: lizacrew

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 09/11/11 04:41 AM

Hi all,

After reading the mossie rules I have a question regarding the rigging.
It states that a minimum of 3mm wire shall be used and that it shall be circular in section.
Can anyone see any issues with using 3mm di-form wire?
As I read it there should be no problem but I just want to check that there has not been any issues in relation to the rules with it before I use it.


Thanks
Liza
Posted By: RickWhite

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 09/12/11 07:23 PM

Liza,
You posted in the wrong place. This thread is instructive on how to use the forum.
Posted By: maylenedizon

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 12/06/11 12:43 AM

earch is a very powerful tool. Click on it and set the criteria for your search. Unlike the Old Forum where we had to delete messages over 2 months old to keep the program up to speed, this Program keeps all posts in its Database, so you can search by key word for any subject.
Posted By: west wind

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 01/03/12 10:26 PM

Thanks for the Quick Tips Rick White
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Posted By: Calliopebrook

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/27/12 03:43 AM

Originally Posted by Stein
I would like to show a picture/drawing embedded in a message (in addition to as an attachment). The picture/drawing is on my pc as a .gif-file, I do not have website with an url for it.
I have seen some messages display an attachment picture embedded in the text.
How does one do that?
Thank you!
Stein

Yes, just what i want to say
Posted By: RickWhite

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 10/27/12 12:18 PM

ask Jake.., he is the local expert
Rick
Posted By: anddrevw

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 04/16/13 12:15 PM

Hi! nice to meet you all.I am Alex from New york and glad to join this forum.Its gonna to be very nice to share and discuss all new relevant things here.
Thanks to all.
Posted By: swatter

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 05/14/14 11:13 PM

hi all im new here to this I just bought a mozzie sail number 1544 name exgaliabur im Michael the boat is in good condtion for its age came with 2 mains to jibs both jibs just need new pess studs one main had small hole so took them to goodall for repairs they said sails all look good for age lol that's just bit about my yacht
Posted By: swatter

Re: New to the Forum – Quick Tips - 05/20/14 11:04 PM

sorry wrong sail number its 1455 exgalabur
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