I swear the Forum Rules used to be more specific on these matters, but I certainly could be mistaken... I'd just like to know how to react in a few situations:
[b]If someone posts in the wrong forum...[/b]
Are we expected to completely avoid threads posted in the wrong forum, or should we post to inform the OP of their error and point them in the right direction? PM them?
And should we, most likely in the same post, provide them with an answer to a question they might have asked (particularly if it's a question that can be easily answered)?
[b]If we suspect a troll thread...[/b]
Should we report threads that simply [i]seem[/i] like they might be trolls (has potential to invoke flaming, etc.), or should the report button be reserved for more definite circumstances and/or clear violations of the Forum Rules.
Should we avoid posting in these threads that have potential to be trolls, even if there is a possibility that it is a serious post and can be discussed in a civil manner. Should we just avoid them altogether?
Any insight is appreciated.
[i]Thanks.[/i]
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Usually if someone posts in the wrong forum I'll try to be helpful and point them in the right direction, if I suspect a troll thread, I'll just simply avoid posting in it.