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Re: Use Of Punctuation In A Post And What Is Annoying or Confusing

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One is the overuse of exclamation points (!!!) in a thread title and also in a post.

'HELP!!!!!!!!' does not tell the reader a thing in ChiefDelphi. It doesn't define or describe the topic. All of the exclamation points leads one to think that the OP (original poster) is in a hurry or a panic, making a loud demand but not being clear regarding the nature of the problem. This slows down the process of actually being able to help the situation.



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Definitely some good stuff in here for all of us. I will admit that I am not the best at punctuation just ask my mom she will back me up.

But as for the overuse of exclamation points in a title, please don't do this. Many think that it will get readers attention because many times you are in need. Personally I avoid threads with titles like that and won't even read them due to the fact that the title has turned me away.
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