Hello UKMixers,
In May 2010 we held a survey for our members which gave them a chance to give their opinion on certain issues on the forum, openly over a limited period of time. From this I feel we achieved some positive changes to the forum and as a thanks for the feedback also gave our members the chance to increase the size of their avatars to 100x100pixels as a little extra.
I feel with some unrest on the forum over the last few months, it is time for us to do this again, giving you the chance to bring up ideas and changes you’d like to see on the forum. Although this is an open forum, I ask that criticism needs to be constructive, I won’t allow any ganging up, personal attacks or rudeness aimed at anyone in this topic. Any issues with particular forum members should be addressed privately to myself or Matthew via PM.
I am going to allow until Feb 19 for you to respond to the following survey in this topic, or if you prefer please send your responses to myself if you wish to answer privately. You do not need to answer every question, any feedback you can give at all will be welcomed.
I would like you to answer the below points individually, and where possible without responding to points and quotes made by other members.
Once the deadline has been reached the topic will be locked and I will compile a selection of common topics and interesting ideas to take back to the moderators so we can address them, make changes where necessary and then re-post a revised list of forum rules.
Thank You
Survey 2012
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
UKMix Users Survey 2012
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by Thriller » Fri Jan 20, 2012 12:12 am
4) Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Maybe, I think it's just difficult with so many songs being cross-genre today meaning they could fit in more than one.
5) I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Definitely
9) It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yep
10) It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
HELL YES! There's no need to spam the general, chart, single and album thread with the same post!
11) Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
One way I can think of avoiding this is having a new non-genre specific forum for upcoming/off the radar artists? Maybe those who are yet to have a Top 20 hit or something?
12) I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Possibly... they might be more successful in there and it might make the retro forum busier?
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
I think they should stay in General Artists
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yes, far too many list topics with no real point to them.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Some people overstep the mark but I think we deal with them appropriately.
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yep.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Definitely, doesn't take two seconds to delete the rest.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Very.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Definitely.
24) It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
This is where a "like" button would come in useful at least.
25) It annoys me when people use coloured text
I think this is fine especially when it's for presentation purposes.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
It could stop petty arguments at least.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
It definitely feels a lot more organised.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
I think this should be written out and stickied in UKMIX.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Yes, the quicker we know about it the faster we can act. People can be quick to diss the moderators but hardly anybody notifies us of trouble, instead arguments just keep rolling until we stumble upon them.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
People should be allowed to post negative comments (providing it's constructive and not just baiting fans) as this isn't an appreciation-only website.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
I think lately the rolleyes emoticon is being used far too much when somebody dares to go against the grain and dislike a song/artist, some people have superior attitudes that aren't warranted.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
The chance to cool off is the best way, like we have been doing. Some members have learnt, some didn't.
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
It really is, the design and usability is fine but it does look very old fashioned and basic. I just don't think it'll ever change though because we don't have the people who can/will change it.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
Embedding YouTube videos would be amazing. Also, having a spoiler tag so we don't have to write in damn yellow!
Maybe, I think it's just difficult with so many songs being cross-genre today meaning they could fit in more than one.
5) I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Definitely
9) It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yep
10) It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
HELL YES! There's no need to spam the general, chart, single and album thread with the same post!
11) Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
One way I can think of avoiding this is having a new non-genre specific forum for upcoming/off the radar artists? Maybe those who are yet to have a Top 20 hit or something?
12) I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Possibly... they might be more successful in there and it might make the retro forum busier?
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
I think they should stay in General Artists
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yes, far too many list topics with no real point to them.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Some people overstep the mark but I think we deal with them appropriately.
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yep.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Definitely, doesn't take two seconds to delete the rest.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Very.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Definitely.
24) It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
This is where a "like" button would come in useful at least.
25) It annoys me when people use coloured text
I think this is fine especially when it's for presentation purposes.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
It could stop petty arguments at least.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
It definitely feels a lot more organised.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
I think this should be written out and stickied in UKMIX.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Yes, the quicker we know about it the faster we can act. People can be quick to diss the moderators but hardly anybody notifies us of trouble, instead arguments just keep rolling until we stumble upon them.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
People should be allowed to post negative comments (providing it's constructive and not just baiting fans) as this isn't an appreciation-only website.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
I think lately the rolleyes emoticon is being used far too much when somebody dares to go against the grain and dislike a song/artist, some people have superior attitudes that aren't warranted.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
The chance to cool off is the best way, like we have been doing. Some members have learnt, some didn't.
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
It really is, the design and usability is fine but it does look very old fashioned and basic. I just don't think it'll ever change though because we don't have the people who can/will change it.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
Embedding YouTube videos would be amazing. Also, having a spoiler tag so we don't have to write in damn yellow!
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Thriller - Moderator
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by Shorty » Fri Jan 20, 2012 1:08 am
It says 'Survey 2011' at the beginning of it but it's 2012 remember hehe 
Here's my views, I'm gonna try to answer everything, lol long post ahead
(except the chart analysis stuff cos I don't go to that forum)
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix.
Nah, I think the amount we have is good - we need the genre forums, and everything has it's place!
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
I like them the way they are! We've covered the genres that need their own subforums - pop, rock, hip hop, dance.
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
Maybe? But it's hard like Thriller said, some songs cross genres.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
It's hard, but sometimes I do have trouble finding topics
I'm looking in the pop forum but apparently it's a hip hop/R&B song and is in there!
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Oh yeah. I like that you need concrete information to open a topic, so people aren't just opening topics for their favourite song "in case" it's released lol.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
I don't think it's too strict, it's just right.
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
I'm not sure really, you know. You see people in new single topics discussing what song should have been released, but should that go in their general artist topic?
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
I don't go into the chart analysis forum too much, so I don't mind.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yeah. Some info is good, like general sales but when they post every time it moves a position on iTunes is too much, that can go in the sales thread.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
LOL cross posting. It's kinda annoying.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
I usually just post something (good) in the topic and bump it up. I don't think topics move THAT fast.
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Retro, because why not? Every other genre goes in the retro forum if it's old, dance can join it.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
General Artists. Cos who knows when they may become relevant again? What about bands who get back together for instance? You'd have to pull them back out of the retro and back into General Artists.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix.
No, I like the amount we have! Everything has it's place.
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
None.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix.
No, they have the Games forum for a reason. If you don't like them, don't go to that forum? And I like topics like What Are You Listening To or the album topic in the MAM forum because then you discover what people are listening and find people who listen to what you do
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
I hardly use the +1 thing, I think I've used it about once I have no ideas, just what I do - I agree and add something.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Not too much persay, but some people could use a cold shower lol.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes. I have a rather large monitor, and even I get scroll bars! It's ridiculous. No more quoting images!!
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes. Unless you're responding to the entire post, delete the rest of the post first. And I hate when you get like 10 quotes in a row and it stretches.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix.
Not really?
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yeah. I understand why we have the rule of no large images. I've admittedly broken it a couple of times (sorry, mods!).
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes. Yes. Yes. People know my thoughts on this topic. And that's all I say.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Sometimes. Except when it's me lmao, then I feel special Hehehe. Being serious, if that's all they do and you get an entire page of people quoting each other, then it gets stupid.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text.
It's cool for chart presentation and the like, but I don't like it when people do ALL their posts that way. It annoys me, sorry.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Not really. But I do have to remember this isn't Facebook or my Livejournal and I can't use f**k so liberally.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
We have some very good mods, but sometimes the forums are unmoderated cos of the time differences. We need somebody when it's daytime where I am, cos most of the mods are in bed then.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Well, yeah to the inactive mods, especially if they're not coming back anytime soon.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
I think so!
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yeah, they're written under each forum name on the main page
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
I've never done it myself, but I guess so.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Maybe. I might feel like a bit of a snitch or a goody two shoes if I do that actually
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Yes.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Most of the time. There are some bans I didn't agree with though (ie AlexZ), because I don't believe his ban was justified, really. He threw that tantrum, sure, but I think that warranted a suspension not a ban. But that's just my view!
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Not really. Thriller's right, it needs to be posted and stickied so we all know.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yes, those topics are quite helpful!
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
This is a hard one. How can you really decide when somebody has crossed the line? Posting overtly sexual, or racist or disgusting things is grounds for an instant ban, and constant trolling/stanning too.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when:
Arguments get out of control and people start slinging personal insults.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
One person is ruining it for everybody else! I don't think everybody should be punished for one person's bad behaviour. Loads of topics have gotten locked because of one person causing trouble.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
Locking the topic temporarily, removing the posts in the question, reopening it and dealing with the troublemakers privately.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
Warn them that if it gets out of control, action will be taken.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Yes. I actually hate it when people try to "backseat mod" - I feel like saying 'you're not a mod, so stop acting like one!' but it would cause more trouble so I don't.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
Suspensions at first, warning them about their stan behaviour. Bans if it continues.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
Bans outright. Trolls don't usually care if they get banned.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
I think we do, but I don't want to give examples...
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
No. People are allowed to express their opinions, whether positive or negative. Saying you don't like a song is fine, but outright bashing the artist isn't.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Sort of. I think I have a right to say I don't like a song and not get jumped on.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
I guess AlexZ can be our example here. I think his suspension helped, cos he did tone down on the Heidi love when he returned. Suspensions and warnings at first, then bans if it continues. BTW, if anybody wants me to shut up about WWE or anything, tell me
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date.
Depends what you mean by "out of date" - you mean how it looks? Cos we've had the same design forever, an update would be nice!
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
I'm not sure. I DON'T want a like button, though.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Yes As the forum's lone remaining dialup user (:lol:), I appreciate that UKMIX is simple and fast loading.
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
A new design!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
God no. The forum would dissolve into chaos without the mods, stans and trolls would be running rampant!
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix.
Not anymore. I used to think so, but I think it's gotten better lately!
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
Nothing, but I'll edit if I think of something.
Whew!
Here's my views, I'm gonna try to answer everything, lol long post ahead
(except the chart analysis stuff cos I don't go to that forum)
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix.
Nah, I think the amount we have is good - we need the genre forums, and everything has it's place!
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
I like them the way they are! We've covered the genres that need their own subforums - pop, rock, hip hop, dance.
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
Maybe? But it's hard like Thriller said, some songs cross genres.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
It's hard, but sometimes I do have trouble finding topics
I'm looking in the pop forum but apparently it's a hip hop/R&B song and is in there!
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Oh yeah. I like that you need concrete information to open a topic, so people aren't just opening topics for their favourite song "in case" it's released lol.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
I don't think it's too strict, it's just right.
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
I'm not sure really, you know. You see people in new single topics discussing what song should have been released, but should that go in their general artist topic?
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
I don't go into the chart analysis forum too much, so I don't mind.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yeah. Some info is good, like general sales but when they post every time it moves a position on iTunes is too much, that can go in the sales thread.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
LOL cross posting. It's kinda annoying.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
I usually just post something (good) in the topic and bump it up. I don't think topics move THAT fast.
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Retro, because why not? Every other genre goes in the retro forum if it's old, dance can join it.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
General Artists. Cos who knows when they may become relevant again? What about bands who get back together for instance? You'd have to pull them back out of the retro and back into General Artists.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix.
No, I like the amount we have! Everything has it's place.
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
None.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix.
No, they have the Games forum for a reason. If you don't like them, don't go to that forum? And I like topics like What Are You Listening To or the album topic in the MAM forum because then you discover what people are listening and find people who listen to what you do
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
I hardly use the +1 thing, I think I've used it about once
I have no ideas, just what I do - I agree and add something.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Not too much persay, but some people could use a cold shower lol.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes. I have a rather large monitor, and even I get scroll bars! It's ridiculous. No more quoting images!!
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes. Unless you're responding to the entire post, delete the rest of the post first. And I hate when you get like 10 quotes in a row and it stretches.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix.
Not really?
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yeah. I understand why we have the rule of no large images. I've admittedly broken it a couple of times (sorry, mods!
).
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes. Yes. Yes. People know my thoughts on this topic. And that's all I say.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Sometimes. Except when it's me lmao, then I feel special
Hehehe. Being serious, if that's all they do and you get an entire page of people quoting each other, then it gets stupid.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text.
It's cool for chart presentation and the like, but I don't like it when people do ALL their posts that way. It annoys me, sorry.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Not really. But I do have to remember this isn't Facebook or my Livejournal and I can't use f**k so liberally.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
We have some very good mods, but sometimes the forums are unmoderated cos of the time differences. We need somebody when it's daytime where I am, cos most of the mods are in bed then.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Well, yeah to the inactive mods, especially if they're not coming back anytime soon.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
I think so!
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yeah, they're written under each forum name on the main page
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
I've never done it myself, but I guess so.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Maybe. I might feel like a bit of a snitch or a goody two shoes if I do that actually
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Yes.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Most of the time. There are some bans I didn't agree with though (ie AlexZ), because I don't believe his ban was justified, really. He threw that tantrum, sure, but I think that warranted a suspension not a ban. But that's just my view!
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Not really. Thriller's right, it needs to be posted and stickied so we all know.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yes, those topics are quite helpful!
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
This is a hard one. How can you really decide when somebody has crossed the line? Posting overtly sexual, or racist or disgusting things is grounds for an instant ban, and constant trolling/stanning too.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when:
Arguments get out of control and people start slinging personal insults.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
One person is ruining it for everybody else! I don't think everybody should be punished for one person's bad behaviour. Loads of topics have gotten locked because of one person causing trouble.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
Locking the topic temporarily, removing the posts in the question, reopening it and dealing with the troublemakers privately.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
Warn them that if it gets out of control, action will be taken.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Yes. I actually hate it when people try to "backseat mod" - I feel like saying 'you're not a mod, so stop acting like one!' but it would cause more trouble so I don't.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
Suspensions at first, warning them about their stan behaviour. Bans if it continues.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
Bans outright. Trolls don't usually care if they get banned.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
I think we do, but I don't want to give examples...
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
No. People are allowed to express their opinions, whether positive or negative. Saying you don't like a song is fine, but outright bashing the artist isn't.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Sort of. I think I have a right to say I don't like a song and not get jumped on.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
I guess AlexZ can be our example here. I think his suspension helped, cos he did tone down on the Heidi love when he returned. Suspensions and warnings at first, then bans if it continues. BTW, if anybody wants me to shut up about WWE or anything, tell me
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date.
Depends what you mean by "out of date" - you mean how it looks? Cos we've had the same design forever, an update would be nice!
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
I'm not sure. I DON'T want a like button, though.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Yes
As the forum's lone remaining dialup user (:lol:), I appreciate that UKMIX is simple and fast loading.
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
A new design!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
God no. The forum would dissolve into chaos without the mods, stans and trolls would be running rampant!
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix.
Not anymore. I used to think so, but I think it's gotten better lately!
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
Nothing, but I'll edit if I think of something.
Whew!
One for the money, two for the show, I love you honey, I'm ready ready to go...
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by Eamon » Fri Jan 20, 2012 2:06 am
Forum Music Content
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well. Yeah the procedure is clear and works very well. Definitely improved the forum.
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics. Yes. No need for it when there are specific sales topics.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist. It's pointless spamming.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum: No the general artist topic is where all of these artists should be placed.
Other Area Forum Content
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix. No there isn't IMO
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment. Could be rectified with a like button but the like button could also lead to misuse. I think it's ok the way it is.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by: Additional moderators who post mainly in the chart analysis topics.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums. Yes I think there should be a few more moderators or maybe even "junior grade" moderators who wouldn't have banning powers but would be selected to issue warnings in topics and if they warnings go unnoticed then they could report the problem to a higher ranked moderators. Sometimes people are reluctant to report and try to deal with problems themselves which may go unnoticed or fuel the problem.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate. I agree
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave. For the most part I think the moderators do a great job but there are times that I feel some people have been banned unjustly, yet others who commit blatantly obvious misdemeanour's get away without warnings or bans, maybe because moderators do not know that these things have occurred.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned. Yes I do but I always wondered if a person is given a warning, is that warning stuck with them forever?
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand. I feel they could be a little clearer at times especially if people aren't aware of what has gone on in the time leading up to the ban.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when: Personally attack someone, constant stanning or attacking of fans of artists which they do not like, consistently breaking forum rules despite being warned.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when: only a few members (3 or 4) are engaging in a debate which derails the topic from what should be discussed. Those members should be warned instead of locking a topic and depriving other members of engaging in what should actually be debated.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by: Warning the people who have started the argument and derailed the topic
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by: Let the moderators monitor the argument and if it starts to derail then the topic should be locked.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by: Ban
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples) No I don't think it has. Stanning is always dealt with promptly and if people get away with it, they usually get caught eventually.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic. No. Some fans of artists feel they own topics. They attack other people who give their opinion, if it is somewhat negative but factual, by targeting the artist in their avatar or username which is incredibly unjust and should be dealt with more seriously. People should be entitled to give an opinion (once it isn't just to cause trouble) in any topic regardless of how regularly they post in there. Everyone should be allowed to give an opinion, once it is valid and not just for stanning purposes.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum: Embedding of youtube videos as Thriller said would be amazing.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit. No. The moderators are needed here. It's what makes this place unique and maybe some more mod's are needed.
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:The "search" facility is unreliable and doesn't work most of the time.
Some topics don't show the most recent posts when you click on the most recent page.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well. Yeah the procedure is clear and works very well. Definitely improved the forum.
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics. Yes. No need for it when there are specific sales topics.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist. It's pointless spamming.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum: No the general artist topic is where all of these artists should be placed.
Other Area Forum Content
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix. No there isn't IMO
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment. Could be rectified with a like button but the like button could also lead to misuse. I think it's ok the way it is.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by: Additional moderators who post mainly in the chart analysis topics.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums. Yes I think there should be a few more moderators or maybe even "junior grade" moderators who wouldn't have banning powers but would be selected to issue warnings in topics and if they warnings go unnoticed then they could report the problem to a higher ranked moderators. Sometimes people are reluctant to report and try to deal with problems themselves which may go unnoticed or fuel the problem.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate. I agree
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave. For the most part I think the moderators do a great job but there are times that I feel some people have been banned unjustly, yet others who commit blatantly obvious misdemeanour's get away without warnings or bans, maybe because moderators do not know that these things have occurred.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned. Yes I do but I always wondered if a person is given a warning, is that warning stuck with them forever?
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand. I feel they could be a little clearer at times especially if people aren't aware of what has gone on in the time leading up to the ban.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when: Personally attack someone, constant stanning or attacking of fans of artists which they do not like, consistently breaking forum rules despite being warned.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when: only a few members (3 or 4) are engaging in a debate which derails the topic from what should be discussed. Those members should be warned instead of locking a topic and depriving other members of engaging in what should actually be debated.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by: Warning the people who have started the argument and derailed the topic
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by: Let the moderators monitor the argument and if it starts to derail then the topic should be locked.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by: Ban
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples) No I don't think it has. Stanning is always dealt with promptly and if people get away with it, they usually get caught eventually.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic. No. Some fans of artists feel they own topics. They attack other people who give their opinion, if it is somewhat negative but factual, by targeting the artist in their avatar or username which is incredibly unjust and should be dealt with more seriously. People should be entitled to give an opinion (once it isn't just to cause trouble) in any topic regardless of how regularly they post in there. Everyone should be allowed to give an opinion, once it is valid and not just for stanning purposes.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum: Embedding of youtube videos as Thriller said would be amazing.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit. No. The moderators are needed here. It's what makes this place unique and maybe some more mod's are needed.
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:The "search" facility is unreliable and doesn't work most of the time.
Some topics don't show the most recent posts when you click on the most recent page.
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by GaryG » Fri Jan 20, 2012 2:27 am
I only use the chart analysis section, so I'll only comment on that.
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
Actually I think there are too many sticky threads. I would like to see the following removed:
- Resources for the Chart Analysis Forum (Contribute please)
This is updated rarely and is generally incomplete. Furthermore, the information can be found elsewhere.
- The UKMix Soundscan Database
This has been superceded by annual threads as well as others.
- Organizing the UKmix Chart Analysis, Contribute to the Team!
I'm not sure if it ever performed its function, but the only time it's been posted to recently was someone requesting it be unstickied. I second that.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
A source should be stated. Sources should be specific, not just: "I saw this on another site", but actually providing a direct link. I don't think anyone is in the position to assert the accuracy or otherwise of any posted sales figures. Personally I would like to see all figures posted with a source so I can make up my own mind as to its accuracy. I think debate/analysis over the accuracy of figures is a major and important part of the forums so I don't want this to be read as being against that. It should be continued, I'm just saying that people should not discourage people from posting figures by aggressively disagreeing with them. They could, for instance, simply have a thread of their own for their claims as has happened with the Real Chart, etc.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Best change to ever happen on UKMix. I almost cried with happiness when I saw this. Makes information far more accessible.
60) Regarding the search functionality. It's never worked and probably never will. It should be replaced by a Google custom search or removed entirely.
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
Actually I think there are too many sticky threads. I would like to see the following removed:
- Resources for the Chart Analysis Forum (Contribute please)
This is updated rarely and is generally incomplete. Furthermore, the information can be found elsewhere.
- The UKMix Soundscan Database
This has been superceded by annual threads as well as others.
- Organizing the UKmix Chart Analysis, Contribute to the Team!
I'm not sure if it ever performed its function, but the only time it's been posted to recently was someone requesting it be unstickied. I second that.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
A source should be stated. Sources should be specific, not just: "I saw this on another site", but actually providing a direct link. I don't think anyone is in the position to assert the accuracy or otherwise of any posted sales figures. Personally I would like to see all figures posted with a source so I can make up my own mind as to its accuracy. I think debate/analysis over the accuracy of figures is a major and important part of the forums so I don't want this to be read as being against that. It should be continued, I'm just saying that people should not discourage people from posting figures by aggressively disagreeing with them. They could, for instance, simply have a thread of their own for their claims as has happened with the Real Chart, etc.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Best change to ever happen on UKMix. I almost cried with happiness when I saw this. Makes information far more accessible.
60) Regarding the search functionality. It's never worked and probably never will. It should be replaced by a Google custom search or removed entirely.
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by swiftie13 » Fri Jan 20, 2012 3:32 am
Survey 2012
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
Most of UKMIX revolves around music so I see no problem.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Indie music
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
I feel like now most songs should go under generic as they all sound the same with the exception of few.. sometimes it's like not even one specific genre and can be put in more than one. Also country needs it's own section, it's like discrimination IMO.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
I guess I agree with this, after it all it's music.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
N/A
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
N/A
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
Yes but sometimes it's ambiguous and keeps the thread alive so I'm in between.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yes but the general threads aren't really that used except for the MC one so doesn't really affect me.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Doesn't affect me.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
having and indie section! or "unappreciated" artists section!!! ASAP please!
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
N/A
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
No cause some (like the Beatles) are still huge and in demand.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
I love it actually.. so many things to talk about!
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
Indie/Unappreciated Artists
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Maybe... but I don't really mind...
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
"Like" button. Definitely.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
There is everywhere you go in the world... no different. But yeah at times it gets inappropriate but usually it's small stuff.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Not really.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yeah makes it harder to read and understand.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
Yes.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yes.. if it's large people should just post a link.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
No... it would make it so much more appealing IMO and fun and more alive.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
To a certain extent. Sometimes it's exactly what you want to say though.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
If it's not legible yes, but if it is then I don't mind.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
There is too much adult language use in this world... I don't really mind it.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
N/A
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
N/A
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Yes to some extent.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
I don't like it but it works, yes.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
Yes I do.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
To some extent yes, unless it's temporary busy-ness.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Kind of. Sometimes I feel like there aren't any and at times I feel there are too much.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Not at all.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
I don't know who they are.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
N/A
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Sometimes, other times no, but mostly yes.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Yes
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Yeah.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Sometimes. Other times it's too much info that's not saying much or too little of an explanation .
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
Too many people dislike the poster. (I feel like we should (UKMIXERS) have a say to some extent on whether they get banned and what type of ban. I don't know, like a democracy / jury ?
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
It's a duplicate or only arguing is happening or it's repetitive.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
One person is causing disturbance or when they say "too much of this" cause some were cool ideas.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
warning the arguers.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
Well people have the right to their opinions and if it's relevant people should let others express how they feel and vise versa. If it gets too intense, warn them of ban-ment.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
100%
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
N/A
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
Banning
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
Kinda but mostly I see "healthy" stanning. Nothing to serious but in the Britney threads there are too many trolls...
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
Big fat YES!!!!!
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Only if it's in a general topic, if not stay out cause that's for a place for fans to admire their start haha.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Having one thread dedicated to artists you hate (but it could be interesting and no replying allowed, just people expressing healthy hate to let it out ? )
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
UKMIX itself isn't and never will but the look is old but if it changes nothing to drastic to make it look like those other ones that take ages to load and look like a hot me... maybe new logo. The colors are good though.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
"Like" button
Chat, cause PMing takes forever.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
To a certain extent yes and I admire that it's not turning to like a social network but sometimes I find it too simple.
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
The look. Also new emoticons! Like the heart cause I dislike "<3" and also it gives people the choice to do that or have a heart to express the love cause I can't cause I have OCD with that thing...
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
Improving the top logo lol and that's it really.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
No. This would be anarchy! LOL
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Not any that I see.
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
N/A
....
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
Most of UKMIX revolves around music so I see no problem.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Indie music
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
I feel like now most songs should go under generic as they all sound the same with the exception of few.. sometimes it's like not even one specific genre and can be put in more than one. Also country needs it's own section, it's like discrimination IMO.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
I guess I agree with this, after it all it's music.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
N/A
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
N/A
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
Yes but sometimes it's ambiguous and keeps the thread alive so I'm in between.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yes but the general threads aren't really that used except for the MC one so doesn't really affect me.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Doesn't affect me.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
having and indie section! or "unappreciated" artists section!!! ASAP please!
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
N/A
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
No cause some (like the Beatles) are still huge and in demand.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
I love it actually.. so many things to talk about!
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
Indie/Unappreciated Artists
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Maybe... but I don't really mind...
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
"Like" button. Definitely.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
There is everywhere you go in the world... no different. But yeah at times it gets inappropriate but usually it's small stuff.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Not really.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yeah makes it harder to read and understand.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
Yes.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yes.. if it's large people should just post a link.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
No... it would make it so much more appealing IMO and fun and more alive.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
To a certain extent. Sometimes it's exactly what you want to say though.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
If it's not legible yes, but if it is then I don't mind.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
There is too much adult language use in this world... I don't really mind it.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
N/A
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
N/A
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Yes to some extent.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
I don't like it but it works, yes.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
Yes I do.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
To some extent yes, unless it's temporary busy-ness.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Kind of. Sometimes I feel like there aren't any and at times I feel there are too much.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Not at all.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
I don't know who they are.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
N/A
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Sometimes, other times no, but mostly yes.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Yes
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Yeah.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Sometimes. Other times it's too much info that's not saying much or too little of an explanation .
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
Too many people dislike the poster. (I feel like we should (UKMIXERS) have a say to some extent on whether they get banned and what type of ban. I don't know, like a democracy / jury ?
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
It's a duplicate or only arguing is happening or it's repetitive.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
One person is causing disturbance or when they say "too much of this" cause some were cool ideas.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
warning the arguers.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
Well people have the right to their opinions and if it's relevant people should let others express how they feel and vise versa. If it gets too intense, warn them of ban-ment.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
100%
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
N/A
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
Banning
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
Kinda but mostly I see "healthy" stanning. Nothing to serious but in the Britney threads there are too many trolls...
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
Big fat YES!!!!!
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Only if it's in a general topic, if not stay out cause that's for a place for fans to admire their start haha.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Having one thread dedicated to artists you hate (but it could be interesting and no replying allowed, just people expressing healthy hate to let it out ? )
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
UKMIX itself isn't and never will but the look is old but if it changes nothing to drastic to make it look like those other ones that take ages to load and look like a hot me... maybe new logo. The colors are good though.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
"Like" button
Chat, cause PMing takes forever.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
To a certain extent yes and I admire that it's not turning to like a social network but sometimes I find it too simple.
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
The look. Also new emoticons! Like the heart cause I dislike "<3" and also it gives people the choice to do that or have a heart to express the love cause I can't cause I have OCD with that thing...
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
Improving the top logo lol and that's it really.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
No. This would be anarchy! LOL
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Not any that I see.
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
N/A
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swiftie13 - Legend
- Posts: 12044
- Joined: Tue Nov 16, 2010
- Location: My Drowned World
by JimJim » Fri Jan 20, 2012 7:10 am
I may as well throw my 2c in before the topic becomes massive...
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1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
- Nope, the current formula is perfect
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
- Completely agree with this. People spend far too much time worrying about where something fits, rather than actually discussing the music, which is most important.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
- Yes, but I think people need to be more vigilant in reading the official source list in the Pure Pop forum
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
- Yes! This is a really bad problem because we have some (weird IMO) members who never venture out of the CA threads and think that ALL discussion of an artist/song/album belongs there. It's amazing how much information I've missed out on regarding an album/single, because people were posting it in CA for some reason
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
- This is a lesser issue IMO, just as long as it isn't over-the-top and the information is significant, it has its place. This is especially pertinent for artists or songs that aren't big enough to justify an accompanying CA thread
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
- YES! This is incredibly annoying and we have some serial offenders (you know who you are! lol). There is absolutely no need to make the same post in three or more threads (single, album, GA thread)
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
- Unresolvable issue IMO, people will discuss what they want to discuss
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
- Tricky question, the thing with dance music is that it goes in cycles and classic tunes will often appear again in a few years as a new mix (how many times has 'Show Me Love' come back again in the last 15 years?). I'm not really fussed either way, but it does resolve the potential problem of having one thread in Retro and a new one called 'Show Me Love 2012' having to be made in Dance
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
- Disagree.
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Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
- Disagree, it is great.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
- Games is fine, but MAM has an ongoing problem with list threads which I've been part of a personal crackdown on. A MAM thread, unless a core music topic (e.g. last album listened to, last songs downloaded), must provoke discussion to stay open IMO. Beyond a homework assignment, I don't see how anyone could possibly care about a thread called 'Name Songs Related To Eggs' for example
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
- The only solution for this would be a like button I guess. I wish people would at least just add, 'I agree' or something on the end
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
- Not so much, but I feel some members don't know where the line is. It's one thing to be sexually suggestive, another to be overt/blatant
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Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
- Yes, especially if it is on the same page as the original post
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
- Yes, this is easily rectified by some quick editing
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
- Disagree
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
- Definitely, I'm glad this was stopped
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
- YES! I feel .gifs really cheapen a website and are very low-brow. I feel the moderation team (myself included) needs to be more vigilant in warning people who post .gifs
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
- Not so much, it is usually more isolated incidences. Some people again don't know where the line is and automatically assume they can say anything because they are on the internet.
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Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
- Finding another capable moderator, more help from current users reporting troublemakers to relevant moderators.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
- Too pedantic, most people would be aware of what is trustworthy and what isn't, what is fact and what is estimate
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
- Yes, it is much better than the previous system, it's now really easy to find what you are looking for.
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Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
- Maybe, but only in CA, I think the rest of the forum is fine.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
- Not sure how I feel about this one, sometimes just because a moderator isn't posting a lot, doesn't mean they aren't keeping an eye on things or lurking. A lot of work goes on behind the scenes which isn't noticed because it isn't advertised
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
- Most of the time yes, but again, we need help from members to report issues, as we can't read 100% of everything all the time. A lot of moderators very efficiently ban and delete spam from spambots, so much so, that most members wouldn't be aware of how many we go through in the space of a week or two.
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Rule-breaking and bans
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
- This needs to be made clearer and advertised for all to see.
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Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
- It is irrelevant (e.g. not a real single)
- It only serves to fuel the stan wars
- It has resulted in arguments involving several (i.e. more than 2) members
- Despite warnings, members cannot act civilly
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
- Locking the topic, removing the posts in question, dealing with the troublemakers
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
- Same as above
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
- Of course, although members who ignore arguments and try to move discussion back on topic are also appreciated for maturity
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Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
- Warning then banning
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
- Warning then banning
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
- Definitely, although most are caught out sooner or later. I feel sometimes we get waves coming over from other messier websites who feel like they can get away with whatever.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
- If you don't have anything constructive to say, then don't say anything. There's a difference between posting, "Ugh, this song is GENERIC CRAP!" and posting "I really don't like this, I wish it wasn't so generic". People who specifically enter every topic by a certain artist only to post negative comments are trolls, people who post a negative opinion in one or two, are not.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
- Yes, but I usually have a justified reason for disliking a song and even then, I wouldn't usually harp on about it. I tend to show no interest in threads where I'm not concerned about the reception or performance of the track.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
- The usual stanning policy, stanning is not tolerated on here.
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Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
- It is, but it doesn't bother me, it is so easy to navigate and loads very quickly, which are huge advantages IMO.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
- Get rid of the search function and ensure everyone knows how to use UKMix on a google search
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
- YES!
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
- Implementing that new design that we had ready a couple of years ago, surely there is someway we can do it?
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Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
- Sounds chaotic, hell no.
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
- There used to be, not anymore. This was well rectified.
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1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
- Nope, the current formula is perfect
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
- Completely agree with this. People spend far too much time worrying about where something fits, rather than actually discussing the music, which is most important.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
- Yes, but I think people need to be more vigilant in reading the official source list in the Pure Pop forum
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
- Yes! This is a really bad problem because we have some (weird IMO) members who never venture out of the CA threads and think that ALL discussion of an artist/song/album belongs there. It's amazing how much information I've missed out on regarding an album/single, because people were posting it in CA for some reason
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
- This is a lesser issue IMO, just as long as it isn't over-the-top and the information is significant, it has its place. This is especially pertinent for artists or songs that aren't big enough to justify an accompanying CA thread
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
- YES! This is incredibly annoying and we have some serial offenders (you know who you are! lol). There is absolutely no need to make the same post in three or more threads (single, album, GA thread)
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
- Unresolvable issue IMO, people will discuss what they want to discuss
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
- Tricky question, the thing with dance music is that it goes in cycles and classic tunes will often appear again in a few years as a new mix (how many times has 'Show Me Love' come back again in the last 15 years?). I'm not really fussed either way, but it does resolve the potential problem of having one thread in Retro and a new one called 'Show Me Love 2012' having to be made in Dance
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
- Disagree.
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Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
- Disagree, it is great.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
- Games is fine, but MAM has an ongoing problem with list threads which I've been part of a personal crackdown on. A MAM thread, unless a core music topic (e.g. last album listened to, last songs downloaded), must provoke discussion to stay open IMO. Beyond a homework assignment, I don't see how anyone could possibly care about a thread called 'Name Songs Related To Eggs' for example
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
- The only solution for this would be a like button I guess. I wish people would at least just add, 'I agree' or something on the end
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
- Not so much, but I feel some members don't know where the line is. It's one thing to be sexually suggestive, another to be overt/blatant
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Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
- Yes, especially if it is on the same page as the original post
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
- Yes, this is easily rectified by some quick editing
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
- Disagree
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
- Definitely, I'm glad this was stopped
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
- YES! I feel .gifs really cheapen a website and are very low-brow. I feel the moderation team (myself included) needs to be more vigilant in warning people who post .gifs
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
- Not so much, it is usually more isolated incidences. Some people again don't know where the line is and automatically assume they can say anything because they are on the internet.
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Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
- Finding another capable moderator, more help from current users reporting troublemakers to relevant moderators.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
- Too pedantic, most people would be aware of what is trustworthy and what isn't, what is fact and what is estimate
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
- Yes, it is much better than the previous system, it's now really easy to find what you are looking for.
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Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
- Maybe, but only in CA, I think the rest of the forum is fine.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
- Not sure how I feel about this one, sometimes just because a moderator isn't posting a lot, doesn't mean they aren't keeping an eye on things or lurking. A lot of work goes on behind the scenes which isn't noticed because it isn't advertised
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
- Most of the time yes, but again, we need help from members to report issues, as we can't read 100% of everything all the time. A lot of moderators very efficiently ban and delete spam from spambots, so much so, that most members wouldn't be aware of how many we go through in the space of a week or two.
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Rule-breaking and bans
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
- This needs to be made clearer and advertised for all to see.
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Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
- It is irrelevant (e.g. not a real single)
- It only serves to fuel the stan wars
- It has resulted in arguments involving several (i.e. more than 2) members
- Despite warnings, members cannot act civilly
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
- Locking the topic, removing the posts in question, dealing with the troublemakers
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
- Same as above
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
- Of course, although members who ignore arguments and try to move discussion back on topic are also appreciated for maturity
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Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
- Warning then banning
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
- Warning then banning
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
- Definitely, although most are caught out sooner or later. I feel sometimes we get waves coming over from other messier websites who feel like they can get away with whatever.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
- If you don't have anything constructive to say, then don't say anything. There's a difference between posting, "Ugh, this song is GENERIC CRAP!" and posting "I really don't like this, I wish it wasn't so generic". People who specifically enter every topic by a certain artist only to post negative comments are trolls, people who post a negative opinion in one or two, are not.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
- Yes, but I usually have a justified reason for disliking a song and even then, I wouldn't usually harp on about it. I tend to show no interest in threads where I'm not concerned about the reception or performance of the track.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
- The usual stanning policy, stanning is not tolerated on here.
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Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
- It is, but it doesn't bother me, it is so easy to navigate and loads very quickly, which are huge advantages IMO.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
- Get rid of the search function and ensure everyone knows how to use UKMix on a google search
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
- YES!
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
- Implementing that new design that we had ready a couple of years ago, surely there is someway we can do it?
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Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
- Sounds chaotic, hell no.
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
- There used to be, not anymore. This was well rectified.
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JimJim - Legend
- Posts: 18774
- Joined: Sun Jun 29, 2008
- Location: Melbourne, Aus
by Tiger » Fri Jan 20, 2012 7:47 am
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection: Country, Adult Alternative/AAA & Singer/Songwriter
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Other Area Forum Content
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Moderators
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Forum Updates
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum: Embedding Youtube videos is CRUCIAL in my eyes
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Other Area Forum Content
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Moderators
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Forum Updates
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum: Embedding Youtube videos is CRUCIAL in my eyes
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Tiger - Lover Of (Mostly) Everything Pop
- Posts: 50864
- Joined: Tue Mar 20, 2001
- Location: Israel
by HC55555 » Fri Jan 20, 2012 9:45 am
Survey 2012
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
4) Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
10) It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts
Forum Etiquette
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated.
29) It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Rule-breaking and bans
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :it's unsourced or already posted.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:warnings
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
4) Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
10) It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts
Forum Etiquette
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated.
29) It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Rule-breaking and bans
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :it's unsourced or already posted.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:warnings
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
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HC55555 - Manager
- Posts: 1758
- Joined: Sun Sep 27, 2009
- Location: Argentina
by toni_pest » Fri Jan 20, 2012 3:17 pm
Survey 2012
Forum Music Content
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
Nope, it's okay as long as the posts aren't off topic
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Sometimes it does, but some artists don't get much chart success so it's not needed to make their own thread in the charts forum, that's when it's okay to post sales and charts information in the general thread.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
No way, we never know when an artist is going to make a comeback.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Very annoying, sometimes it's ok, but quoting it 5 times really gets on my nerves
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
Nope.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
YES! I always post images that are smaller then the size of the site so it doesn't distort, I think everyone should do it
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes, they're annoying and they just made my browser slower.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Not really, it lets us see who agrees or likes the same thing. The like button wouldn't give us that option.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
It's okay.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Nope, didn't notice it.
Forum charts
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yes, it works much better
Moderators
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Yep.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yep.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Always.
Stans & Trolls
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
No way, this is not a praise forum, and I like to express my opinion on the song/album, good or bad.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yep!
Forum Updates
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
This. all the other forums are just messy, and I love that everything is simple here
Forum Music Content
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
Nope, it's okay as long as the posts aren't off topic
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Sometimes it does, but some artists don't get much chart success so it's not needed to make their own thread in the charts forum, that's when it's okay to post sales and charts information in the general thread.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
No way, we never know when an artist is going to make a comeback.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Very annoying, sometimes it's ok, but quoting it 5 times really gets on my nerves
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
Nope.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
YES! I always post images that are smaller then the size of the site so it doesn't distort, I think everyone should do it
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes, they're annoying and they just made my browser slower.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Not really, it lets us see who agrees or likes the same thing. The like button wouldn't give us that option.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
It's okay.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Nope, didn't notice it.
Forum charts
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yes, it works much better
Moderators
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Yep.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yep.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Always.
Stans & Trolls
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
No way, this is not a praise forum, and I like to express my opinion on the song/album, good or bad.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yep!
Forum Updates
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
This. all the other forums are just messy, and I love that everything is simple here
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toni_pest - Legend
- Posts: 12731
- Joined: Thu Apr 19, 2007
- Location: Croatia
by PosziMC2 » Fri Jan 20, 2012 3:44 pm
Survey 2012
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
I dont think so! The number of them is good IMO
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
It's perfect!
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
Yes it is, really!
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Well sometimes I post Billboard updates but they always have some plus information not just numbers. Otherwise seeing only numbers through a page in the general threads can be very annoying.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by: I dont think there are any good solutions for this.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
NO!!!
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
Disagree.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yes! There are too many I think. Mainly those list-threads
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by: I always put +1 when I agree but I also always try to add something to the discussion. I saw posts about "likes" but I dont know. I really dont feel that .
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
I dont think so.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes. I mean once a picture of an event(for excample) posted everyone will talk about it, no need for quoting. If the discussion is over but I have something to say about it I write "@ picture" and it's fine.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes mostly when it's almost as long as the Bible...
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
I dont think there are.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Agree!
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes I am.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Well if the person agrees with another 100% why should he/she write the same thing again? I think it's fine in this kind of situations.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
For grabbbing attention it's good but otherwise... I dont know.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Disagree.
Forum charts
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Source is very important! Agree.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yes it does!
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
No! The number of them is fine.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Yes!
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes!
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Well thank God so I didnt have to do this, but I know they could manage the situation as fast as they can.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Yes!
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Agree.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Yes I do. I thinks it's clear where are the boundaries.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by: Lock for a week or something like that. It worked well in certain topics.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
No, it doesnt.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
Everyone has a right to post a comment about XYZ as long as they can keep it polite.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yes.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Maybe an update on the design would be good. However, I think UKMix is classy and simple.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
I dont think so! The number of them is good IMO
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
It's perfect!
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
Yes it is, really!
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Well sometimes I post Billboard updates but they always have some plus information not just numbers. Otherwise seeing only numbers through a page in the general threads can be very annoying.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by: I dont think there are any good solutions for this.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
NO!!!
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
Disagree.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yes! There are too many I think. Mainly those list-threads
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by: I always put +1 when I agree but I also always try to add something to the discussion. I saw posts about "likes" but I dont know. I really dont feel that .
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
I dont think so.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes. I mean once a picture of an event(for excample) posted everyone will talk about it, no need for quoting. If the discussion is over but I have something to say about it I write "@ picture" and it's fine.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes mostly when it's almost as long as the Bible...
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
I dont think there are.
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Agree!
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes I am.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Well if the person agrees with another 100% why should he/she write the same thing again? I think it's fine in this kind of situations.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
For grabbbing attention it's good but otherwise... I dont know.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Disagree.
Forum charts
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Source is very important! Agree.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yes it does!
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
No! The number of them is fine.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Yes!
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes!
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Well thank God so I didnt have to do this, but I know they could manage the situation as fast as they can.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Yes!
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Agree.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Yes I do. I thinks it's clear where are the boundaries.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by: Lock for a week or something like that. It worked well in certain topics.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
No, it doesnt.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
Everyone has a right to post a comment about XYZ as long as they can keep it polite.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yes.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Maybe an update on the design would be good. However, I think UKMix is classy and simple.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
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PosziMC2 - Legend
- Posts: 21338
- Joined: Mon Jul 19, 2010
- Location: Church of Mother Perrysa
by biscuits » Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:07 pm
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix No, this is fine
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well. It's not always so clear which is why quite a few threads get locked
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows: General Artist section should be allowed to include anything related to the artist, but Chart Analysis and Album topics should only have posts directly related to those topics
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics. Yes
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads. No
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist. Sometimes
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by: It can't be resolved...some artists are just more popular than others
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum Retro forum
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum Don't Mind
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix No, it's fine
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix No, it's fine
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by: To eliminate simple '+1' posts, maybe each post needs a minimum number of characters
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix. It seems ok
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum. Yes!
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote. YES!
21)There are too many polls on UKMix No, not enough actually
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page. Yes
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum. Yes
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment. I don't mind, because sometimes users may be thinking exactly the same thing
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text Don't mind
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix. No
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums. No
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate. Yes
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix. Yes
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix. Only some, but not all. I also get confused as to who is a moderator for each section
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix. Yes
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules. Yes
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently. Yes
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave. Until recently, it seemed like some older members of the forum were getting away with a lot without being banned, yet more recent members were being banned for a lot less.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned. No
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand. Yes
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when: I think everybody should be given a second chance
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when : Only if forum members request it be locked.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:Sometimes, forum members are having a strong debate but it gets locked. I don't think this is always necessary. It would be interesting to see forum members extend their debate and to see whether they can agree eventually. Even if it turns out to be constant bickering, other forum members can choose to ignore it
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by: If it becomes too irrelevant to the topic, then a warning should be issued in the topic. If it persists, lock it.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by: See #43
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves. Personal choice. Some members like to diffuse the situation themselves, others may choose to contact a moderator.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by: Issuing warnings and eventual banning (I think this is the current procedure?)
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by: See above
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples) Yes, too many diva stans (Rihanna, Gaga, Beyonce mainly) are making several topics boring and tedious. They get extremely defensive if anything bad is said about their fave and they will take it too far until the topic becomes filled with irrelevant arguing and stanning. Moreover, they tend to mention their faves when it doesn't even seem relevant or necessary and this of course leads to more stanning and arguing.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic. If you don't like the artist, then stay out of the topic (particularly in General Artist Discussion). If you are commenting on the song/album/video, then it is perfectly fine to enter a topic and say so.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like. Song yes, artist no.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by: Giving them a warning or maybe banning them. This isn't an artist appreciation site.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date Homepage yes! 'Third Time's a Charm for Mimi's Emancipation!'
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum: I like Thriller's idea of embedding youtube videos.
55) I love the simplicity of the site. I don't mind it, but would be open to some tweaking here and there too.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit. See #43
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix Sometimes. It can be unfair when a thread is overtaken by certain cliques who share personal jokes. It often means posts are ignored in favour of irrelevant small talk. Also, I get confused when forum members refer to each other by their real name. I'm not on first name terms with anyone here, despite posting everyday, and so it can make me feel a bit isolated sometimes as I have to work out who is who.
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:I think it would be good if the 'X has been banned' threads are open for forum members to reply and share their opinions.
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix No, this is fine
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well. It's not always so clear which is why quite a few threads get locked
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows: General Artist section should be allowed to include anything related to the artist, but Chart Analysis and Album topics should only have posts directly related to those topics
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics. Yes
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads. No
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist. Sometimes
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by: It can't be resolved...some artists are just more popular than others
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum Retro forum
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum Don't Mind
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix No, it's fine
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix No, it's fine
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by: To eliminate simple '+1' posts, maybe each post needs a minimum number of characters
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix. It seems ok
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum. Yes!
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote. YES!
21)There are too many polls on UKMix No, not enough actually
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page. Yes
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum. Yes
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment. I don't mind, because sometimes users may be thinking exactly the same thing
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text Don't mind
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix. No
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums. No
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate. Yes
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix. Yes
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix. Only some, but not all. I also get confused as to who is a moderator for each section
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix. Yes
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules. Yes
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently. Yes
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave. Until recently, it seemed like some older members of the forum were getting away with a lot without being banned, yet more recent members were being banned for a lot less.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned. No
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand. Yes
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when: I think everybody should be given a second chance
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when : Only if forum members request it be locked.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:Sometimes, forum members are having a strong debate but it gets locked. I don't think this is always necessary. It would be interesting to see forum members extend their debate and to see whether they can agree eventually. Even if it turns out to be constant bickering, other forum members can choose to ignore it
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by: If it becomes too irrelevant to the topic, then a warning should be issued in the topic. If it persists, lock it.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by: See #43
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves. Personal choice. Some members like to diffuse the situation themselves, others may choose to contact a moderator.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by: Issuing warnings and eventual banning (I think this is the current procedure?)
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by: See above
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples) Yes, too many diva stans (Rihanna, Gaga, Beyonce mainly) are making several topics boring and tedious. They get extremely defensive if anything bad is said about their fave and they will take it too far until the topic becomes filled with irrelevant arguing and stanning. Moreover, they tend to mention their faves when it doesn't even seem relevant or necessary and this of course leads to more stanning and arguing.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic. If you don't like the artist, then stay out of the topic (particularly in General Artist Discussion). If you are commenting on the song/album/video, then it is perfectly fine to enter a topic and say so.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like. Song yes, artist no.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by: Giving them a warning or maybe banning them. This isn't an artist appreciation site.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date Homepage yes! 'Third Time's a Charm for Mimi's Emancipation!'
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum: I like Thriller's idea of embedding youtube videos.
55) I love the simplicity of the site. I don't mind it, but would be open to some tweaking here and there too.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit. See #43
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix Sometimes. It can be unfair when a thread is overtaken by certain cliques who share personal jokes. It often means posts are ignored in favour of irrelevant small talk. Also, I get confused when forum members refer to each other by their real name. I'm not on first name terms with anyone here, despite posting everyday, and so it can make me feel a bit isolated sometimes as I have to work out who is who.
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:I think it would be good if the 'X has been banned' threads are open for forum members to reply and share their opinions.
Janet Jackson the only artist in history to be nominated for a Grammy in Pop, Rock, Dance, R&B, Rap, Album of the Year & Best Video.
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biscuits - Diva
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by Graham76man » Sat Jan 21, 2012 2:07 am
My 2d worth in italics!
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
wrong about right.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Perhaps a SMOOTH section to include easy/classical/etc not covered by POP
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
only if it doesn't relate
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Question answers itself
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
Who decides who's current?
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
No
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Not seen it myself. Since the site is mostly male it would turn into a gay dating site if there was, not being gay it would be annoying to be chatted up when posting something about the charts!
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
No
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Doesn't bother me!
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Can't see why they are!
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Yes it does. Is it done to look like your a big poster when your are not?
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Yes except for trying not to reveal things.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Are there adults on UKMIX?
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
The artist one perhaps, but there's nothing I could suggest that could improve it further.
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
The UK Charts, but only for the week they cover. Also the full UK charts thread (fixed).
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
No. Usefull but not really essential.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
As an advocate of the split it is and does work well. But mods are sometimes a bit slow shifting the artists ones out of it.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
This really should be a debate between mods and admin. I would hope that some poor chap is not doing all the work while others do little.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Seems OK
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yes but I think they should have a fixed advatar or some other kind of status symbol.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Not on being attacked
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
I hope they do
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
I hope they do
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
NOT AT ALL
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Most of the time but it seems that when a really popular member goes some debate should be allowed to clear up misunderstandings, instead of locked threads.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
They break major rules, or have two temp bans. They should not be permant ban for S & T.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
When unaswered insults to someone are left in.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
Mod warning on the thread. Deleting text not relevent.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
Telling the persons to calm down or the thread will be locked for a while.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
If it was that simple :-?
Stans & Trolls
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
I think UKMIX is a bit over the top on this subject
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
I wish people were a bit more neutral like me when it comes to these things :-?
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
A great deal tact and diplomicy
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
In what way?
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
More Emoticons
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
True, but I would prefair not to log on everytime. Or to have internet explorer remember the password!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
Not possible
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Sorry but I'm going to say yes to this. Not a strong one, but it is there. Perhaps little can be done as it could be in the nature of many on here
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
There needs to be on the UKMIX section: the rules, information on how to become a mod, including what it envolves. What happens when people break rules.
The complete deletion of temp bans notices after one month after the ban ends.
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
wrong about right.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Perhaps a SMOOTH section to include easy/classical/etc not covered by POP
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
only if it doesn't relate
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Question answers itself
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
Who decides who's current?
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
No
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Not seen it myself. Since the site is mostly male it would turn into a gay dating site if there was, not being gay it would be annoying to be chatted up when posting something about the charts!
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
No
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Doesn't bother me!
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Can't see why they are!
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Yes it does. Is it done to look like your a big poster when your are not?
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Yes except for trying not to reveal things.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Are there adults on UKMIX?
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
The artist one perhaps, but there's nothing I could suggest that could improve it further.
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
The UK Charts, but only for the week they cover. Also the full UK charts thread (fixed).
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
No. Usefull but not really essential.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
As an advocate of the split it is and does work well. But mods are sometimes a bit slow shifting the artists ones out of it.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
This really should be a debate between mods and admin. I would hope that some poor chap is not doing all the work while others do little.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Seems OK
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yes but I think they should have a fixed advatar or some other kind of status symbol.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Not on being attacked
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
I hope they do
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
I hope they do
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
NOT AT ALL
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Most of the time but it seems that when a really popular member goes some debate should be allowed to clear up misunderstandings, instead of locked threads.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
They break major rules, or have two temp bans. They should not be permant ban for S & T.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
When unaswered insults to someone are left in.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
Mod warning on the thread. Deleting text not relevent.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
Telling the persons to calm down or the thread will be locked for a while.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
If it was that simple :-?
Stans & Trolls
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
I think UKMIX is a bit over the top on this subject
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
I wish people were a bit more neutral like me when it comes to these things :-?
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
A great deal tact and diplomicy
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
In what way?
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
More Emoticons
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
True, but I would prefair not to log on everytime. Or to have internet explorer remember the password!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
Not possible
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Sorry but I'm going to say yes to this. Not a strong one, but it is there. Perhaps little can be done as it could be in the nature of many on here
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
There needs to be on the UKMIX section: the rules, information on how to become a mod, including what it envolves. What happens when people break rules.
The complete deletion of temp bans notices after one month after the ban ends.
Education for anyone aged 12 to 16 has made a mess of the world!
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Graham76man - Manager
- Posts: 2139
- Joined: Sun Jul 25, 2010
- Location: Sheffield
by Wayne » Sat Jan 21, 2012 2:41 am
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
No.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Lists & polls or a general entertainment section
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yes
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes, well implemented and fair
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
No
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
No
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Yes, if its something minor
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
No, on the contrary - perhaps not enough!
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Not anymore - they're all in the games section now, which I don't visit much
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
Adding a like or thumbs up button
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Don't be absurd. My personal take is that this is the internet - expect the unexpected. Don't be frigid. Controversial, but IDC.
[b]Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes! I try and avoid doing this at all costs
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
No
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yes, but this can be addressed by Lars very easily - either by coding or just adding a mod that automatically resizes pictures that go beyond a certain size
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
YES
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
GOD, YES!!!
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Not so much
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Please, some slack should be given to this. I think the moderators do a great job of choosing when to intervene when it comes to language
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
Skiffle needs to be de-frocked. And as much as I LOVE his posts - I really do, he's a super guy - so does Seattle. Neither are here often enough. You need to add a UK based moderator, and a US based moderator to deal with charts. And they need to be a well known poster too, and somebody that isn't afraid to mince their words, but is fair with their words. Chart analysis would run like a well oiled machine if moderated better
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
Too many already are sticky - I'd revamp the entire section
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
No, absolutely not - I post in chart analysis ALL the time. And I use some of my own research based estimates to back up my posts
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yes
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
No - just out with the old and in with the new. I think certain sections - especially TV/film, news/gossip and retro need extra help to work. They lack so much.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Yes, strongly
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
In some sections
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yes
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
I don't usually, but I know who to go to if I needed to
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Most of the time
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Mostly. Nobody's perfect though
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Yes
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yeah
Stans & Trolls
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Of course
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Sometimes. It needs modernizing though
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
Adding an additional optional style
Other
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
No - much like with life, people make friends
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
No.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Lists & polls or a general entertainment section
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yes
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes, well implemented and fair
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
No
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
No
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Yes, if its something minor
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
No, on the contrary - perhaps not enough!
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Not anymore - they're all in the games section now, which I don't visit much
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
Adding a like or thumbs up button
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Don't be absurd. My personal take is that this is the internet - expect the unexpected. Don't be frigid. Controversial, but IDC.
[b]Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes! I try and avoid doing this at all costs
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
No
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yes, but this can be addressed by Lars very easily - either by coding or just adding a mod that automatically resizes pictures that go beyond a certain size
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
YES
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
GOD, YES!!!
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Not so much
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Please, some slack should be given to this. I think the moderators do a great job of choosing when to intervene when it comes to language
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
Skiffle needs to be de-frocked. And as much as I LOVE his posts - I really do, he's a super guy - so does Seattle. Neither are here often enough. You need to add a UK based moderator, and a US based moderator to deal with charts. And they need to be a well known poster too, and somebody that isn't afraid to mince their words, but is fair with their words. Chart analysis would run like a well oiled machine if moderated better
28)I feel the following topics in the chart forums should be made sticky:
Too many already are sticky - I'd revamp the entire section
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
No, absolutely not - I post in chart analysis ALL the time. And I use some of my own research based estimates to back up my posts
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yes
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
No - just out with the old and in with the new. I think certain sections - especially TV/film, news/gossip and retro need extra help to work. They lack so much.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Yes, strongly
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
In some sections
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yes
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
I don't usually, but I know who to go to if I needed to
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Most of the time
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Mostly. Nobody's perfect though
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Yes
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yeah
Stans & Trolls
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Of course
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Sometimes. It needs modernizing though
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
Adding an additional optional style
Other
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
No - much like with life, people make friends
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Wayne - Legend
- Posts: 27532
- Joined: Thu Sep 07, 2006
- Location: United Kingdom
by ANH » Sat Jan 21, 2012 4:09 am
Survey 2012
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
Too many music forums on UKMix is not what I feel.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Someone mentioned indie. That'd be pretty cool if indie acts weren't included in the big four (urban, rock, dance, pop).
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
I don't really hang around too many forums to notice this.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Right. If the artist is mostly pop, and they come out with a dance/pop song, it should be in pop. Perhaps the first post of every thread in General Artist Discussion should include a link for every single/album thread.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yeah.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
No. It's definitely not strict.
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
Yeah. I think it should be more clear.
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
No, it doesn't. But it bothers some people because it doesn't belong there. So, I can see why they would be frustrated.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yes. There was quite a few iTunes updates posted in the general thread (I'm guilty of it too), but it didn't bother me because it was very limited. But I sometimes wander into other threads, and it's just numbers.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Haven't seen this happen in the threads I frequent. Except for when Leoapp creates threads on the News/Gossip section. He's cooled down a lot though. I actually thought that BET-MC thread was by Leo so I was actually surprised when I saw Wayne.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
Asking your friends to join UKMix to help your fav go higher up in the queue.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
I think so. And if they have a new album/comeback, they can always be sent back to General Artist Discussion.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
Nope.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yes. I'm waiting for more pointless threads, such as "Which color code is more appealing to you?", or "What do you wish you had to eat instead?".
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
Meh. With the quote, you can see who agrees with that idea, instead of just pluses.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Actually, now that Mataguma has been banned, the level of sexual and flirtatious discussion has gone to unhealthy levels.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image
multiple times in one forum.
Yes.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
Yes. Although, if the thread makes sense, perhaps the poll should be closed, and the thread should be let to continue?
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yes.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes. A link to them is okay in my book though.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Yes. I'd prefer some level of contribution, even if it's just blatant filler.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Nope.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Nope.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
Apparently, in Chart Analysis.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Definitely.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Definitely.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Definitely.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Definitely.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Yeah, if I had been personally attacked, then yeah.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Yeah.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Sometimes. If I'm correct about that irishguy fiasco, he should have been given more leniency.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Nope.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yeah.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
It's clear that the person does not want to change, and their offenses are huge. Like that guy who was new and had a ton of accounts...he seemed like a nice guy, who was new, and made one account to many. If this is true, and I'm not missing any information, why so quick to permaban?
Perhaps, when they're on their final warning, their title (manager, superstar, token Aussie female, chief wig snatcher) should be changed to "endangered", and they enter a probation period for a few months. If they slip up again during probation, they get banned. If they happen to complete the probation period, they go back to two strikes. Or some similar method involving the words "probation" and "endangered".
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
the discussion will not becoming back to the OP's question/comment because the thread has been stained with vicious fighting between two rival gangs, errr...fan groups.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
Nothing has been done wrong.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
assessing the probability of the topic going back to the original topic. If in the last page, it is clear that people want to compare career accomplishments between two contemporary female singers, and not talk about the original discussion (i.e. "Ashanti: I Ran The 00's"), then the thread should be locked.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
it depends. If the argument is going on without any name-calling and some polite discussion, then, it should be let happen. If the argument is hostile, then, people involved should receive disciplinary action.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Yes. I try not to get involved in arguments, but I do sometimes try and tell new Carey fans that certain stuff doesn't go over here (quoting large blocks of text), etc...I hope that's okay.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
Again, we should give these people time to cool off, and see if they can integrate into the community. Warning, probation, then ban, IMO.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
ban. I don't think trolls want to integrate. They just come to stir stuff.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
Every now and then, a troll appears, but I think it's taken care of.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
Nope. As long as its not impolite, it should be allowed.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yeah.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Again, warning, probation (for X amount of time with the word "endangered" in their title), then either they go back to safe, or permaban.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Yeah, like biscuits said, the interviews/reviews definitely needs updating.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
If I think of something, I'll edit THIS.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Yah! Me too!
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
I don't know.
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
No, I think the layout is fine and dandy. One must not fix what is not broken before it breaks.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
NOOO.
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Not that I know of.
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
Too many music forums on UKMix is not what I feel.
2) I feel that UKMix would benefit from including the following music forums to its current selection:
Someone mentioned indie. That'd be pretty cool if indie acts weren't included in the big four (urban, rock, dance, pop).
3) There needs to be clearer instruction as to which genre forums should be used when.
I don't really hang around too many forums to notice this.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Right. If the artist is mostly pop, and they come out with a dance/pop song, it should be in pop. Perhaps the first post of every thread in General Artist Discussion should include a link for every single/album thread.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yeah.
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
No. It's definitely not strict.
7)The rules with regards to choosing to post in a General Artist, Single, Sales or Album topic is unclear, I think it should be as follows:
Yeah. I think it should be more clear.
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
No, it doesn't. But it bothers some people because it doesn't belong there. So, I can see why they would be frustrated.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yes. There was quite a few iTunes updates posted in the general thread (I'm guilty of it too), but it didn't bother me because it was very limited. But I sometimes wander into other threads, and it's just numbers.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Haven't seen this happen in the threads I frequent. Except for when Leoapp creates threads on the News/Gossip section. He's cooled down a lot though. I actually thought that BET-MC thread was by Leo so I was actually surprised when I saw Wayne.
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
Asking your friends to join UKMix to help your fav go higher up in the queue.
13) I think artists who are no longer current, should have their general artist topics placed in the general artist/retro forum
I think so. And if they have a new album/comeback, they can always be sent back to General Artist Discussion.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
Nope.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yes. I'm waiting for more pointless threads, such as "Which color code is more appealing to you?", or "What do you wish you had to eat instead?".
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
Meh. With the quote, you can see who agrees with that idea, instead of just pluses.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Actually, now that Mataguma has been banned, the level of sexual and flirtatious discussion has gone to unhealthy levels.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image
multiple times in one forum.
Yes.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
Yes. Although, if the thread makes sense, perhaps the poll should be closed, and the thread should be let to continue?
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yes.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yes. A link to them is okay in my book though.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Yes. I'd prefer some level of contribution, even if it's just blatant filler.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Nope.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
Nope.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
Apparently, in Chart Analysis.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Definitely.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
Definitely.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Definitely.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Definitely.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Yeah, if I had been personally attacked, then yeah.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Yeah.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Sometimes. If I'm correct about that irishguy fiasco, he should have been given more leniency.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Nope.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yeah.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
It's clear that the person does not want to change, and their offenses are huge. Like that guy who was new and had a ton of accounts...he seemed like a nice guy, who was new, and made one account to many. If this is true, and I'm not missing any information, why so quick to permaban?
Perhaps, when they're on their final warning, their title (manager, superstar, token Aussie female, chief wig snatcher) should be changed to "endangered", and they enter a probation period for a few months. If they slip up again during probation, they get banned. If they happen to complete the probation period, they go back to two strikes. Or some similar method involving the words "probation" and "endangered".
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
42) I feel a topic should be locked when :
the discussion will not becoming back to the OP's question/comment because the thread has been stained with vicious fighting between two rival gangs, errr...fan groups.
43) I believe it is unfair to lock a topic when:
Nothing has been done wrong.
44) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that becomes irrelevant to the topic, I think this should be dealt with by:
assessing the probability of the topic going back to the original topic. If in the last page, it is clear that people want to compare career accomplishments between two contemporary female singers, and not talk about the original discussion (i.e. "Ashanti: I Ran The 00's"), then the thread should be locked.
45) When an argument has broken out in UKMix that is relevant to the topic, I think it should be dealt with by:
it depends. If the argument is going on without any name-calling and some polite discussion, then, it should be let happen. If the argument is hostile, then, people involved should receive disciplinary action.
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Yes. I try not to get involved in arguments, but I do sometimes try and tell new Carey fans that certain stuff doesn't go over here (quoting large blocks of text), etc...I hope that's okay.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
Again, we should give these people time to cool off, and see if they can integrate into the community. Warning, probation, then ban, IMO.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
ban. I don't think trolls want to integrate. They just come to stir stuff.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
Every now and then, a troll appears, but I think it's taken care of.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
Nope. As long as its not impolite, it should be allowed.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yeah.
52) There has been a number of occasions recently where a forum members has shown an unhealthy interest in a particular artist, I think this should be dealt with by:
Again, warning, probation (for X amount of time with the word "endangered" in their title), then either they go back to safe, or permaban.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
Yeah, like biscuits said, the interviews/reviews definitely needs updating.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
If I think of something, I'll edit THIS.
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Yah! Me too!
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
I don't know.
57) I feel the forum layout could be better improved by:
No, I think the layout is fine and dandy. One must not fix what is not broken before it breaks.
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
NOOO.
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Not that I know of.
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ANH - Superstar
- Posts: 5426
- Joined: Wed Apr 07, 2010
- Location: West of the Sun.
by HBIC » Sat Jan 21, 2012 7:14 pm
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
Noo, it's good, pretty much got all the genres covered
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yeah, this is so annoying. Especially when they don't add anything else except "this should be moved to pop" etc.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes!
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
Well nobody really posts or check in General Artist Discussion except Mariah + Madonna fans lol, so I don't see how it's a big deal to have in the urban thread like "Alicia Keys 5th album discussion.
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Well if the topic has never been created before, yeah but if you are just bumping it up, it's fine.
Other Area Forum Content
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yeah there's a lot & I can't help but post in them & my posting quota disappears fast
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
Like/dislike button.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Nah, all that talk is just playing around, never been anything outrageous posted.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
It doesn't bother me at all, I think some people are over dramatic about it.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Only when it's really long posts.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yeah, there'd be too many gifs being thrown around everywhere!
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Yes! Everyone should just use black.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Well some moderators rarely post, of course they have lives but it seems like some just pop up to lock topics, warn users then don't post for ages.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Well only because the top of the page has Moderators: (name here) otherwise I'd have no clue apart from the few that post a lot.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
[b]Yes but sometimes too harshly.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Sometimes, I think perm bans are handed out too harshly though in some cases. There was this user a couple of months ago who posted frequently, did nothing wrong but was banned permenantly for linking to Britney survivor games in her artist thread, even though dozens of users do it, which was really unfair.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yes but sometimes the reasons are made over dramatic.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
They troll a lot (e.g. being banned for couple of days but make duplicate accounts just to troll), & are very offensive to other users.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
A warning.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
A week ban.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
People that sign up just to troll are usually dealt with quickly.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
I like it the way it is!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
Well like I've said, moderating is quite harsh sometimes even when it is not needed so I think they could calm down a bit & let users be a little more free with their posts.
Noo, it's good, pretty much got all the genres covered
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yeah, this is so annoying. Especially when they don't add anything else except "this should be moved to pop" etc.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes!
6)I think the rules regarding opening a single or album topic is too strict and should be as follows:
Well nobody really posts or check in General Artist Discussion except Mariah + Madonna fans lol, so I don't see how it's a big deal to have in the urban thread like "Alicia Keys 5th album discussion.
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
Well if the topic has never been created before, yeah but if you are just bumping it up, it's fine.
Other Area Forum Content
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Yeah there's a lot & I can't help but post in them & my posting quota disappears fast
17) I would like to see more discussion on UKMix rather than +1 posts, I think this could be resolved by:
Like/dislike button.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Nah, all that talk is just playing around, never been anything outrageous posted.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
It doesn't bother me at all, I think some people are over dramatic about it.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Only when it's really long posts.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yeah, there'd be too many gifs being thrown around everywhere!
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Yes! Everyone should just use black.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Well some moderators rarely post, of course they have lives but it seems like some just pop up to lock topics, warn users then don't post for ages.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Well only because the top of the page has Moderators: (name here) otherwise I'd have no clue apart from the few that post a lot.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
[b]Yes but sometimes too harshly.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
Sometimes, I think perm bans are handed out too harshly though in some cases. There was this user a couple of months ago who posted frequently, did nothing wrong but was banned permenantly for linking to Britney survivor games in her artist thread, even though dozens of users do it, which was really unfair.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yes but sometimes the reasons are made over dramatic.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
They troll a lot (e.g. being banned for couple of days but make duplicate accounts just to troll), & are very offensive to other users.
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
A warning.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
A week ban.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
People that sign up just to troll are usually dealt with quickly.
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
I like it the way it is!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
Well like I've said, moderating is quite harsh sometimes even when it is not needed so I think they could calm down a bit & let users be a little more free with their posts.
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HBIC jamesssxD - Legend
- Posts: 15850
- Joined: Mon Aug 16, 2010
- Location: Scotland
by Virgostar » Sun Jan 22, 2012 6:23 am
*adds her 2c*
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
No, what we have right now is fine, although there could be a cause for an Adult Contemporary/Alternative/Singer-Songwriter forum and a Country forum, but I'm not sure how popular either of them would be.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yes! People get too pedantic about this stuff I reckon.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yes...but it depends on how big the artist is and stuff...but even posting sales stuff about a smaller, less-known artist can be annoying too.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Haven't seen much of it myself, but yeah, I guess it could be annoying. It's kind of like "we got the message the first time you posted it!".
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
Not sure what could be done. I resigned myself a long time ago to the belief that any topic I create about an artist/band from my neck of the woods (i.e. Australia or New Zealand) would eventually be shunted far down the forum I post it in, with no/barely any posts....hence why I rarely make topics about any of my fave Antipodean tunes. Nobody cares. (Sorry to be pessimistic, but I feel it's true.)
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
The current arrangement works fine methinks.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
Nah.
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
What we have now seems ok to me.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Sometimes there are, but I just dodge them anyway.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Not really since I've been guilty of a bit of flirting, but I do feel there's at least one member (not mentioning names, but you all know who I'm talking about) who has taken the sexual stuff too far at times. Not necessary I think. Just have to exercise a lil' self-control.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Could be annoying.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
YES! Or if they quote one large piece of information just to add a small sentence or two-worded comment. Completely unnecessary! I hope I don't do that....
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yeah, it is a bit annoying.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yep.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Guilty as charged here, but to that question I say this: when someone has taken the words out of your mouth and you haven't got anything to add, is it really that bad that you just quote them and don't add a "I agree" or words to that effect? I say no.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Not really.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
I'm no prude, so I can't say I've really noticed the profanity thing. I try not to use it too much myself, but it's not like there are users on here who say f*** in every 2nd word of their post.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
Replacement of CA moderators who are inactive/have left UKMIX/don't want to do it with people who are reliable, trustworthy and who are willing to be active within those forums. I understand that its a minefield in those forums, but someone's gotta do it and I'm not sure how many of the current mods venture in there and if so, how often they do.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Yes. Don't need people in there spouting information without a source to back them up.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yep! It's made my life easier looking for the Aussie chart every week.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
Yes, in the CA forums I think we need more/replacements. Not sure about elsewhere.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Yes.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
I think so. As an ex-admin/mod myself, it's a thankless job and I think the current mods do as decent a job as they can.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yes. Not hard to notice when you have their names at the side (and top) of each forum!
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Dunno about the rest of you, but yes.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
I guess they're hamstrung by timezone differences, but as I mentioned above, I'm sure they try their best in regards to this statement.
Rule-breaking and bans
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Not really. I think it should be spelt out to members somewhere across this forum. Maybe make it a sticky at the top of each forum?
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yes, but I think that needs to be consistent and across the board. Matthew & Shane have done a good job with their announcements recently, but I think there's been a bit of forgetfulness in the past surrounding that.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
(a) They continue to break the rules, despite repeated bans and warnings.
(b) If they're straight-up trolling.
(c) They've created duplicate accounts.
(d) If they're a spammer. (Der!)
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Agree with that. Folks, don't try and backseat moderate!
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
Warnings if things are getting too heated. If they don't cool down/listen, then look at slapping a ban on them to properly cool down.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
Permanent ban. They'll never learn.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
Not so much anymore. A couple of years ago maybe, but I think the mods are pretty vigilant in that regard.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
I try and stay out of topics of people/songs I don't like, but I know other people don't. I'm all for constructive criticism, but if someone comes in and continues baiting people regarding that song or artist, then that's not cool.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yes, but in general, I often don't for fear of raising the ire of fellow UKMIXers (unless it's in a worst countdown or something, then I think it's legit to do so). Especially the stans...they frighten me!
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
YES, but we all know nothing will get done anyway and this question will continue to pop up in future surveys unless someone's tech-savvy enough & has enough time to implement what we want. Gosh I'm cynical....
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
I'd love a few more expressive emoticons (to be used within reason e.g. a thumbs up, a waving one, a love-heart one etc), as well as a spoiler tag, a strikethrough tag, larger font sizes and more font colours. I'd use all that stuff and I do use it all at the other forum I belong to. Oh, and if people are too reticent to send a mod a PM regarding a forum issue, a "report this post" button would be nice too, with people giving their reasons why it should be brought to the mods attention.
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
A better search function!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
Hell no!
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Not so much anymore I think. Or not that I know of.
Forum Music Content
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
No, what we have right now is fine, although there could be a cause for an Adult Contemporary/Alternative/Singer-Songwriter forum and a Country forum, but I'm not sure how popular either of them would be.
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yes! People get too pedantic about this stuff I reckon.
5)I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
Yes.
9)It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
Yes...but it depends on how big the artist is and stuff...but even posting sales stuff about a smaller, less-known artist can be annoying too.
10)It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Haven't seen much of it myself, but yeah, I guess it could be annoying. It's kind of like "we got the message the first time you posted it!".
11)Topics by my favourite artists quickly disappear down the forum due to so many topics by larger artists, I think this could be resolved by:
Not sure what could be done. I resigned myself a long time ago to the belief that any topic I create about an artist/band from my neck of the woods (i.e. Australia or New Zealand) would eventually be shunted far down the forum I post it in, with no/barely any posts....hence why I rarely make topics about any of my fave Antipodean tunes. Nobody cares. (Sorry to be pessimistic, but I feel it's true.)
12)I think retro dance tracks should be placed in the retro/dance forum
The current arrangement works fine methinks.
Other Area Forum Content
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
Nah.
15)I feel UKMix is missing the following forums from it’s list:
What we have now seems ok to me.
16)I think there are too many “Games” or post-count increasing based topics on UKMix
Sometimes there are, but I just dodge them anyway.
18)I think there is too much sexual or flirtatious discussion on UKMix.
Not really since I've been guilty of a bit of flirting, but I do feel there's at least one member (not mentioning names, but you all know who I'm talking about) who has taken the sexual stuff too far at times. Not necessary I think. Just have to exercise a lil' self-control.
Forum Etiquette
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Could be annoying.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
YES! Or if they quote one large piece of information just to add a small sentence or two-worded comment. Completely unnecessary! I hope I don't do that....
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
Yeah, it is a bit annoying.
23)I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum.
Yep.
24)It annoys me when people quote other users without adding additional comment.
Guilty as charged here, but to that question I say this: when someone has taken the words out of your mouth and you haven't got anything to add, is it really that bad that you just quote them and don't add a "I agree" or words to that effect? I say no.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Not really.
26) I feel there is too much adult language used on UKMix.
I'm no prude, so I can't say I've really noticed the profanity thing. I try not to use it too much myself, but it's not like there are users on here who say f*** in every 2nd word of their post.
Forum charts
27)I feel the Chart Analysis forum is poorly moderated, this could be changed by:
Replacement of CA moderators who are inactive/have left UKMIX/don't want to do it with people who are reliable, trustworthy and who are willing to be active within those forums. I understand that its a minefield in those forums, but someone's gotta do it and I'm not sure how many of the current mods venture in there and if so, how often they do.
29)It is important that all sales information in the CA forums is correct and includes a source.
Yes. Don't need people in there spouting information without a source to back them up.
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Yep! It's made my life easier looking for the Aussie chart every week.
Moderators
31)I feel there needs to be more moderators in certain forums.
Yes, in the CA forums I think we need more/replacements. Not sure about elsewhere.
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
Yes.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
I think so. As an ex-admin/mod myself, it's a thankless job and I think the current mods do as decent a job as they can.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
Yes. Not hard to notice when you have their names at the side (and top) of each forum!
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
Yes.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
Dunno about the rest of you, but yes.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
I guess they're hamstrung by timezone differences, but as I mentioned above, I'm sure they try their best in regards to this statement.
Rule-breaking and bans
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
Not really. I think it should be spelt out to members somewhere across this forum. Maybe make it a sticky at the top of each forum?
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand.
Yes, but I think that needs to be consistent and across the board. Matthew & Shane have done a good job with their announcements recently, but I think there's been a bit of forgetfulness in the past surrounding that.
41) I feel someone should only be banned from UKMix permanently when:
(a) They continue to break the rules, despite repeated bans and warnings.
(b) If they're straight-up trolling.
(c) They've created duplicate accounts.
(d) If they're a spammer. (Der!)
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Agree with that. Folks, don't try and backseat moderate!
Stans & Trolls
47) I think stanning behaviour should be dealt with by:
Warnings if things are getting too heated. If they don't cool down/listen, then look at slapping a ban on them to properly cool down.
48) I think trolling behaviour should be dealt with by:
Permanent ban. They'll never learn.
49) I think UKMix has a big stan/troll problem (please give examples)
Not so much anymore. A couple of years ago maybe, but I think the mods are pretty vigilant in that regard.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
I try and stay out of topics of people/songs I don't like, but I know other people don't. I'm all for constructive criticism, but if someone comes in and continues baiting people regarding that song or artist, then that's not cool.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yes, but in general, I often don't for fear of raising the ire of fellow UKMIXers (unless it's in a worst countdown or something, then I think it's legit to do so). Especially the stans...they frighten me!
Forum Updates
53) I feel the UKMix forum is out of date
YES, but we all know nothing will get done anyway and this question will continue to pop up in future surveys unless someone's tech-savvy enough & has enough time to implement what we want. Gosh I'm cynical....
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
I'd love a few more expressive emoticons (to be used within reason e.g. a thumbs up, a waving one, a love-heart one etc), as well as a spoiler tag, a strikethrough tag, larger font sizes and more font colours. I'd use all that stuff and I do use it all at the other forum I belong to. Oh, and if people are too reticent to send a mod a PM regarding a forum issue, a "report this post" button would be nice too, with people giving their reasons why it should be brought to the mods attention.
56) I feel other areas of the UKMix website could be improved by:
A better search function!
Other
58) I think UKMix would benefit from less moderating, allowing members to freely use the forum as they see fit.
Hell no!
59) There is a problem with cliques/bullying on UKMix
Not so much anymore I think. Or not that I know of.
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Virgostar - Token Aussie Female
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by Brad » Mon Jan 23, 2012 1:58 am
I agree with (unless otherwise stated):
Forum Music Content
5) I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
8) It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
9) It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
10) It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Forum Etiquette
19) I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
20) It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
22) It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
23) I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum. (See #60)
25) It annoys me when people use coloured text.
If the coloured text has no purpose at all.
Forum Charts
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand. Not all the time, no.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Forum Updates
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Other
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
Keep gif images and links to them in the appropriate thread (Animated gifs & Macro images)
Forum Music Content
5) I think the procedure for opening a single/album topic is clear and works well.
8) It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
9) It annoys me when people post too much sales information in general threads.
10) It annoys me when people post the same thing across all topics by the same artist.
Forum Etiquette
19) I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
20) It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
22) It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page.
23) I am happy that moving images are banned from most areas of the forum. (See #60)
25) It annoys me when people use coloured text.
If the coloured text has no purpose at all.
Forum Charts
30) I feel the recent division between the two Chart Analysis forums works well.
Moderators
32) I feel that inactive moderators, or those who don’t have time to give the forum as much attention should be replaced to give others a chance to moderate.
33) I feel there is a good presence of moderators on UKMix.
34) I am aware of who the moderators are on UKMix.
35) I feel that I can PM a moderator or admin if I have a query on UKMix.
36) I am happy to PM a moderator if I feel I have been personally attacked on UKMix, or notice another member has broken the forum rules.
37) I believe that moderators deal with forum problems quickly and efficiently.
Rule-breaking and bans
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational when it comes to making decisions about whether to send warnings or ban members who misbehave.
39) I understand the structure in place for when members are to be banned or warned.
40) I feel that moderators explain why a member has been banned so that I understand. Not all the time, no.
Dealing with trouble and locking of topics
46) If a topic is getting ugly, I believe it is more helpful for forum members to contact a moderator, rather than try and diffuse the situation themselves.
Stans & Trolls
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Forum Updates
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
Other
60) I think the following additional issues need to be addressed on UKMix:
Keep gif images and links to them in the appropriate thread (Animated gifs & Macro images)
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Brad - Superstar
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by Chun » Mon Jan 23, 2012 2:14 am
This is the open forum you promised last year? If yes, I am very disappointed. It is a structured questionnaire with open answers that's missing the mod's viewpoints. It's a one-way conversation, and your questions are phrased in a suggestive way so you get opinions you intentionally wanted to have.
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational..
No, because I get the feeling you hide your opinions, thoughts and reasons for banning someone. You are no gods and clearly have subjective reasons for banning someone. I would really like to read your explanations and discuss them openly with us, because only if I can understand your point of view I can move on, even if we agree to disagree. My survey for you would include questions like
"1) I feel that some of last year's bans were wrong."
"2) I understand that a popular member who got banned in the heat of the moment is upset."
"3) It is wrong that a banned member has no chance to apologize."
"4) I am aware of the value a long time member brought to the forum and respect his personality."
If you care about your members, please tell us about your thoughts and the discussion that went on between the mods before banning a popular member.
38) I believe that moderators are fair and rational..
No, because I get the feeling you hide your opinions, thoughts and reasons for banning someone. You are no gods and clearly have subjective reasons for banning someone. I would really like to read your explanations and discuss them openly with us, because only if I can understand your point of view I can move on, even if we agree to disagree. My survey for you would include questions like
"1) I feel that some of last year's bans were wrong."
"2) I understand that a popular member who got banned in the heat of the moment is upset."
"3) It is wrong that a banned member has no chance to apologize."
"4) I am aware of the value a long time member brought to the forum and respect his personality."
If you care about your members, please tell us about your thoughts and the discussion that went on between the mods before banning a popular member.
No, it's not me.
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Chun - Superstar
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by SholasBoy » Mon Jan 23, 2012 2:55 am
chun, the points in the survey have been made in a way so that everyone can discuss the same areas that have been brought to my attention over the past 6 months. They are worded in a way so that people can choose whether to agree, or disagree with each statement, further more, there is an option at the end of the survey to add any additional points.
I'm not going to respond to individual points until the survey deadline has finished, so I can do an overall summary and hopefully make amendments that will benefit the forum as a whole.
What I will say though, is that nobody is immune from the forum rules, however popular they are. Most active members of the forum will be popular with somebody or another. However forum rules have been broken since our last survey and people are now dealing with the consequences of that. Moving forward, here everyone has the option to have their say on what amendments they would like to see to our rules (as happened 2 years ago with our last survey).
In individual cases, I always give forum members the option to drop me (or another moderator) a PM if they want to ask any questions about a banning, the reason we always lock these topics is because with every ban that occurs, there is always someone who will disagree with it (especially with, as you say, popular members), and I really do not think a huge debate is necessary or healthy every single time we ban someone. In the case that I believe you're referring to, I responded to all requests I received, and I'm really quite tired of the whole situation. Whether you want to move on from it or not, is neither here nor there, to me it's something that has been dealt with and all we can do now is look to the future.
I'm not going to respond to individual points until the survey deadline has finished, so I can do an overall summary and hopefully make amendments that will benefit the forum as a whole.
What I will say though, is that nobody is immune from the forum rules, however popular they are. Most active members of the forum will be popular with somebody or another. However forum rules have been broken since our last survey and people are now dealing with the consequences of that. Moving forward, here everyone has the option to have their say on what amendments they would like to see to our rules (as happened 2 years ago with our last survey).
In individual cases, I always give forum members the option to drop me (or another moderator) a PM if they want to ask any questions about a banning, the reason we always lock these topics is because with every ban that occurs, there is always someone who will disagree with it (especially with, as you say, popular members), and I really do not think a huge debate is necessary or healthy every single time we ban someone. In the case that I believe you're referring to, I responded to all requests I received, and I'm really quite tired of the whole situation. Whether you want to move on from it or not, is neither here nor there, to me it's something that has been dealt with and all we can do now is look to the future.
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by Chun » Mon Jan 23, 2012 3:17 am
Thank you, SholasBoy, I understand. Looking forward, I assume it would strengthen the mods if they hand over the communication of bans to other mods where they got too involved themselves, e.g., the mod who is present in a thread and recently enforced a rule like no extensive quoting should not handle the resulting bans in the aftermath, because he could be perceived as acting biased and self-involved.
No, it's not me.
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Chun - Superstar
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by Frederic » Mon Jan 23, 2012 7:17 am
The person we are talking about may have been nice and funny but surely could be pretty offensive too. I think some of his behaviour was rather worrying. I don't get the hype.
Leave Shane alone!
Leave Shane alone!
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Frederic - Good Boy Gone Bad
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by Minja » Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:10 am
1) I feel there are too many music forums on UKMix
No, I think they're just fine
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yes, I've had trouble finding some topics with songs that aren't clearly just of one genre.
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
No, I think that's ok, as long as it's not too much offtopic.
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
No, there are many forums, but I think that's a good thing. Everyone can find something they're interested in to discuss.
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
No, I love polls!
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page
Yes.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Yes, if there's no need to do that. But it's useful when you need to emphasize smth, for example.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
No, I think everyone is entitled to their own opinion, as long as it doesn't become trolling, or it's mentioned too many times.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yes.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
I don't quite undersrand how the 'search' button works. I haven't managed to find forums that I wanted a lot of times (using search).
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
I do!
I haven't been around for a long time, but I hope you'll take my opinion into consideration anyway, since I've comented just on the things I know about
No, I think they're just fine
4)Too much emphasis is placed on which genre forum a topic should go in, It doesn’t really matter so long as the topic can be found.
Yes, I've had trouble finding some topics with songs that aren't clearly just of one genre.
8)It annoys me when people post general artist information in sales topics.
No, I think that's ok, as long as it's not too much offtopic.
14)I feel there are too many forums on UKMix
No, there are many forums, but I think that's a good thing. Everyone can find something they're interested in to discuss.
19)I agree that it is annoying when people quote the same image multiple times in one forum.
Yes.
20)It is annoying when people quote long blocks of text rather than the one piece of information they are wishing to quote.
Yes.
21)There are too many polls on UKMix
No, I love polls!
22)It is annoying when a large image distorts the size of the forum page
Yes.
25)It annoys me when people use coloured text
Yes, if there's no need to do that. But it's useful when you need to emphasize smth, for example.
50) I think negative comments should stay out of artist topics, if people don’t like a song/artist they should keep out of the topic.
No, I think everyone is entitled to their own opinion, as long as it doesn't become trolling, or it's mentioned too many times.
51) I feel I have a right to discuss a song/artist I dislike, just as much as the ones I do like.
Yes.
54) I feel the following additional features should be implemented to the UKMix forum:
I don't quite undersrand how the 'search' button works. I haven't managed to find forums that I wanted a lot of times (using search).
55) I love the simplicity of the site.
I do!
I haven't been around for a long time, but I hope you'll take my opinion into consideration anyway, since I've comented just on the things I know about
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