New Forum Members Please Read!

[Parker 12,234]

Hello my fellow PSNP forum community, Parker here. If you're a new member here, first of all I'd like to say welcome to the absolute best gaming forum you'll come across. We are a pretty tight knot community here but we're always more than happy to welcome productive members of the forums who enjoy conversing about video games, life and just about anything else we can think of. If you like games, which I imagine you do, you'll fit right in with the rest of us. 

 

Now, I know many of you are new to forums in general which is why I wanted to start this thread. One thing that is very annoying to the community is the constant duplicate threads that continue to be posted, generally by newer members. I understand you want to make yourself known here and that is very understandable, buy you have to realize the site has been here since 2011 so if you're thinking of making a thread about your favorite PS3 game, it is more than likely already made. Which brings me to my first point...

 

 

Use The Search Function!

 

If you start a duplicate thread this is probably the first thing you'll see someone say. It isn't because we are trying to be an asshole to new members, but we simply prefer to have all the conversation on one topic in one thread. That way we can share all our opinions with one another and be sure we can respond to everyone we want to. If the same thread crops up over and over we will have people responding to multiple threads about the same thing and not everyone will get their opinion heard. So, if you start a thread and someone links you to an existing thread about the same topic, don't be offended because that isn't the intent. Also, it is nice if you close your duplicate thread that way people won't continue to respond even after being linked to the appropriate one. 

 

 

Introductions & Forum Rules

 

If you're new to PSNProfiles, you can introduce yourself in the Introductions subforum. It's a great way to tell something about yourself and basically anything goes here as long as it's not against the site's Forum Rules. These are important to know, because breaking the rules is a sure way to get warning points. Getting 5 warning points results in a permanent ban. Warning points will disappear a year after you've received it.

 

 

Gaming Sessions!

 

One of the best features about this website for trophy hunters or gamers just wanting to have fun with like minded gamers in the gaming sessions section we have here. If you want to boost some trophies before starting a thread how about you look here...

 

https://psnprofiles.com/sessions

 

If you don't see anything that pertains to you then feel free to create your own session and announce it on the forums via a status update. This is a fantastic feature and something that makes PSNP stand apart from the rest of the "competition."

 

Posting Pictures!

 

One thing many new forum members have a problem doing is posting pictures they have on the forum. There are a few ways to do it but I'll share the one I find to be the easiest. Open an account on photobucket.com or a similar website. Follow the instructions on there on how to upload them (very simple) and once the image you want to share is uploaded click on it. You will have a few options on the right of the screen under the "Links to share this photo" section. Looks like this...

 

 

Click on and copy the IMG option, the very last option, and paste it into your reply in the forums and the picture will show up. Easy peasy, and it gets faster every time you do it. 

 

Trophy Card in your Signature!

 

Another thing a lot of new members ask is how to get your trophy card in your signature. Here is how to do it...

 

Go to the home tab at the top of the page and update your trophy card. It should look like this...

 

 

Now click on the go to trophy card option and you'll see this...

 

 

Copy the BBCode and then go to the forums. Click on your forum profile on the top right of the page. Click on Account Settings and after you do that click on "Signature." Once you're in there, paste the BBCode into the signature section and save it. If done correctly your trophy card will show up in your signature section and update along with your card. You won't have to redo this every time you earn a trophy as it will update automatically.

 

How to add a poll to your thread!

 

This is pretty simple, actually. You can do it when you first create the thread or you can edit it in later too. First, you need to click on the "Poll" tab on the top left portion of the screen. 

 

 

After that a page will appear where you can insert the poll question and answers. You'll also be able to select an option that will allow for multiple choices on the poll as well as an option to make votes publicly visible. You can also have multiple questions per poll as well, all you have to do is click the appropriate buttons. 

 

 

 

Edit: All the information below is from our awesome member Dragon-Archon on post #87 (page 5) so go give that post a like to thank him for all his hard work. 

 

Over the past few years I've noticed members asked questions about some of the site's functions. Seeing how I was also looking to do something special for post #10,000, writing a tutorial seemed fitting. So below are the questions I've encountered the most and also some other useful tidbits.

 

 

Using the Editor!

 

Quoting

When posting on the forums, you may see something to reply to. In the bottom right corner of every post you'll see 2 buttons for quoting people:  (MultiQuote) along with . The only difference between these is that the MultiQuote can be used to stock up to 10 quotes spread over different pages or even different threads and reply to them all. Using these will send a notification to the member whose post you've quoted (though this depends on their settings) and is generally a good way to make sure they see your reply. 

 

Embedding a Link

When writing a text, there will be times when you want to add a link. It's possible to just paste the link and post it, but you can also embed one into a text (like the links to the Introductions and Forum Rules). To do that, type the text you want to use as a link. Afterwards select it and press the Link button in the toolbar (see image below), paste the link, and press "Ok". It's not just text that can be embedded with a link, this also works on images.

 

 

In the upper-right corner of every post there's a number. If you right-click this number, it's possible to copy to URL to a post. This can be used to link to a specific post.

 

 

Numbered/Bulleted List

When summing up information, inserting a numbered or bulleted list can be very helpful. The numbered list will automatically add a new number when pressing Enter. Likewise it'll also remove a number when deleting the info.

 

 

Spoiler Tag

These tags are great to conceal

Spoiler 

 

. To insert one simply type: .

 

 

Announcement Posts

In the Chat Box you can create announcement posts by starting with: /me. 

 

 

Profile Customization!

 

Display Name (Premium Members only)

This refers to the name shown for you in the forums and may be changed to something other than your PSN profile name. Head to Account Settings and you can change your Display Name up to 5 times in a 15-day period.

 

 

Member Title (Premium Members only)

This refers to the text above your avatar in forum posts. A member title can be changed after having at least 50 posts. To change it, go to your settings and it'll be in the general settings.

 

 

 

 

Profile and Gaming Session Time Zones

This site uses time zones to adjust the trophy timestamps and the starting time for gaming sessions. However, the time zone for both of these are adjusted separately. For the PSN Profile time zone go to My Settings and it'll be in the Profile Settings. You can also toggle the option for Daylight Savings Time on and off here. 

 

 

For the Gaming Session time zone you need to go to the Gaming Session tab and click on the "Settings" link at the top of the page. This is very important to do when using Gaming Sessions, because the starting time will change too. 

 

 

Trophy Cabinet

It's possible to display trophies you've earned of your choice on the PSN Profile page in the Trophy Cabinet. To do that, go to any trophy you've earned and click on the image once. Afterwards you should see a list of first and last achievers. All the way to the right is a green button that says "Add to Cabinet". Clicking that will add a trophy to the cabinet. Note that regular members can only add 3 trophies, while premium members have a limit of 10 trophies.

 

 

To change the order of trophies in the cabinet, select "Edit". You should see something like the image below. Simply click on the 8 dots on the left side and drag the trophy up/down to change the order. Clicking on the delete buttons on the right side will remove a trophy from the cabinet.

 

 

 

 

Managing Threads!

 

Changing Thread Titles

To change a title of your own thread, simply go edit the first post. Once you are in edit mode it'll be possible to change the title in the Topic Title section. Changing thread titles is also useful when creating an event and you want to update the status (For example: "Event has ended" or "No longer accepting participants").

 

 

(Un)Locking Threads

This feature is exclusive for premium members only and can be used to claim more than one post in a row without anyone posting before you get them, which is useful when creating something like a checklist (more about that below). When you want more than one post, it's necessary to wait at least 30 minutes since the last post. Otherwise the posts will be merged together. To (un)lock threads, click on the Topic Moderation button near the top and then select "(un)lock" from the dropdown box. Note that if a mod locks a thread, you'll need their consent to unlock it or risk getting warning points.

 

 

Checklist

Checklists are great for keeping track of the backlog, obtained platinum trophies/100% completed games, milestones, and whatever else you want to add. While not necessary, members usually like to include something that refers to their username in the title, which gives a nice twist. A checklist can be created in the Trophy Checklists subforum.

 

Posting Trophy Images

This is something that's usually done in checklists, but also in threads like Most Recent Platinum and Post the Last Trophy you Earned.

 

To post a trophy image:

1. Go to the trophy list in the Games section or on your PSN Profile.
2. Left-click on the trophy image you want to copy.
3. Right-click the image and select "Copy".
4. Go to the forum and paste it.

Result: 

 

If you want a larger picture, repeat step 2 twice in a row (don't double click, click once and wait for the page to load then click again). 

 

Result:

 

 

 

Links to Other Threads Members Often ask About

 

Like the title says, below are some links to threads that new members seem to ask about when joining this site.

• Add PS4 Friends
• Looking for Vita Friends
• The Official PSNP Let's be Friends Thread
• What To Do When You Want To Boost A Trophy

 

 

So, I hope that helps some of the newer members coming into the forums. If there is something you have a question with feel free to shoot me a PM or ask here and I'll do my best to answer you. 

 

Welcome to the forums and I hope you enjoy your time here. 

 

 

Parker

 

 

 

Edited August 29, 2022 by DaivRules
Added Display Name information

[xVolloxx 700]

Very Very Useful Thread for new members ! 

 

thanks Parker , this Thread Was Needed and is long overdue .

[Widow_Warrior 564]

I like you style

Edited August 2, 2013 by Widow_Warrior

[DEMON 3,247]

I find using the direct link simple to use as well.  I might add to your tutorial about that later

[Gotakibono 2,717]

Parker, you sexy bitch.

 

Gotakibono. 

[Razza 2,806]

Yet again Parker coming to the rescue with a very helpful post  

[Beauty Blade 103]

Very useful Parker, thank you for writing this. 

[Dr_Mayus 18,008]

Maybe we should post this into the introduction part of the site as few new members will go here first, but most make an introduction.

Just a thought.

[Redgrave 7,106]

Maybe we should post this into the introduction part of the site as few new members will go here first, but most make an introduction.

Just a thought.

 

Agreed. Maybe post it in the PS3 area too?

[daniezutton 1,538]

Thanks for taking the initiative to create this thread, Parker... we needed it. Perhaps you, or I, can add how to link your profile with an alternate image; Like custom signatures.

 

Edited August 2, 2013 by Dark Serge

[AlteredFormula 1,799]

Nice work Parker, Nice work.

 

Topic pinned, I'll also talk to Sly about moving this to somewhere other than Off Topic, it makes it seem unimportant being there (IMO).

[A12 353]

Tip #5. Never quote a long OT.

Going with this^, and image posting - A link to the BBCode should be in here.

which I can not find... lol

And maybe some sort of guide on how to use this confounded reply editor, and all the nifty functions it has. 

[UndreyVITA 149]

Going with this^, and image posting - A link to the BBCode should be in here.

which I can not find... lol

And maybe some sort of guide on how to use this confounded reply editor, and all the nifty functions it has. 

All BB codes (without the spaces):

Bold:

[ b]Hello[/b]

Result: Hello

 

Italic:

[ i]Hello[/i]

Result: Hello

 

Underlined:

[ u]Hello[/u]

Result: Hello

 

Strike:

[ s]Hello[/s]

Result: Hello

 

Image:

[ img]http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o282/dreDDup/dark%20scene/ikone%20za%20forum/06BIg2_zpsda4325a7.png[/img]

Result:

 

Video:

[ video](video link) (YouTube links without the codes work)

Result: the video you posted

 

Link:

Forums

Result: Forums

 

Spoiler box:

[ spoiler]PS4 is coming out this year

Result:

PS4 is coming out this year

 

Alignments:

[ left]Left[/left][ center]Center[/center][ right]Right[/right]

Result:

Left

Center

Right

and

 

[ floatleft]Left[/floatleft][ floatright]Right[/floatright]

Result:

Left

Right

 

 

Quote:

[ quote]I am Undrey

Result:

I am Undrey

Edited August 2, 2013 by UndreyVITA

[BrunoBomb 544]

Good work Parker, now the new users joining the community can see the awesome work you had to make this thread and the awesome things they can do in here and that will make them be here more times.

[Starrk_01 2,717]

Nice work Parker.  Definitely a nice starter for any new members here 

[grimydawg___ 6,823]

Good job Parker I'm new here  Anyway, hopefully this SHOULD help people, but you'll still gonna have that one dumb ass lol

[BDKSimba 800]

can you say  good sh!t Parker..

[Dead Weight 5,020]

I applaud you, good sir

Edited August 3, 2013 by A-Brawl3r

[Parker 12,234]

Thanks for the warm response guys, I appreciate it. I wasn't sure where the correct forum would be to post this but I figured off topic would be the most appropriate place. I plan on updating the OP with more information as well so if anyone wants anything added let me know and I'll work it in there. Thanks guys. 

 

 

Parker

[Dr_Mayus 18,008]

Parker maybe add something about getting an Avy right away. There are so many new members out there that don't get one or may not know how to add one in.

 

The reason I bring this up is there are a lot of people posting without one and it is hard to accumulated into a community when you are just a generic picture.

[Beyondthegrave07 12,201]

It's funny. I was expecting Tamer to make this first... More importantly, I would highly recommend mentioning something about cheaters...only God knows how many topics people make just to complain about cheaters! Superb job btw

[Parker 12,234]

Parker maybe add something about getting an Avy right away. There are so many new members out there that don't get one or may not know how to add one in.

 

The reason I bring this up is there are a lot of people posting without one and it is hard to accumulated into a community when you are just a generic picture.

 

 

It's funny. I was expecting Tamer to make this first... More importantly, I would highly recommend mentioning something about cheaters...only God knows how many topics people make just to complain about cheaters! Superb job btw

 

Those are both great ideas. I'll add that to the OP once I get some rest, three 16 hour shifts in a row kinda makes a guy tired. 

 

 

Parker

[DEMON 3,247]

Those are both great ideas. I'll add that to the OP once I get some rest, three 16 hour shifts in a row kinda makes a guy tired. 

 

 

Parker

 

Should include the avatar limits too, like 50KB for member and 150KB for premium member, say like use a software like GIMP/Photoshop to reduce size via the Save for Web option (extra script for GIMP required for this), I don't know if basic software like Paint allows you to reduce size of pictures.

[LeeMcD- 654]

Fantastic work Parker, a lot of effort went into that OP and it's bound to help people out. I saw it mentioned in one of the comments above that there should be the inclusion of BB code but people don't know where to find the list. Well luckily I do I think it might do well to just be added to the end of the OP to help people format their posts

https://psnprofiles.com/forums/index.php?app=forums&module=extras&section=legends&do=bbcode

[PipeSwinger 769]

Parker, what the hell would we all do without you? Great post bro!