This page covers some steps to choose/login to an account, how to view/change settings (including recommended settings), and how to use the forum.
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Logging In
For most people, this is a one-time event - after that, any visit to the forum, you should be able to comment/post straightaway.
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Various login methods: | Short version: For more information/detail, see the following section: |
No login methods, and the upper right corner shows a name (instead of "Login"): | No action needed - you should be able to post. By clicking your name in the corner, you can go into settings to configure several things, such as:
For more information/detail, as well as recommended settings, see the following section: |
First Time Account Setup
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Choosing a Login Method
If you're starting out, you'll see that there are several choices for logging in.
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| If you had a previous Disqus account (e.g., from prior Forum, or just logging on a new computer), you can click this to login. | |||
| These let you use an existing account from one of these services.
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| This lets you create a new Disqus account (free, and advised). After clicking in the textbox, it will expand to allow you to enter your name/email/password. Enter these, then click the arrow to proceed. Note:
Because of this, it is useful to put your work email so you get notifications sent in your work inbox. |
Once you've established an account:
- Please see the Configuring Existing Account section below for how to access your settings and some highly recommended settings
- Please see the Using the Forum section below for rules of the road, and how to comment to best get an answer (e.g., when to post a new comment vs a reply)
After that, you're free to comment!
Updating Existing Account
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You can go into settings to configure several things, such as:
- Profile - change the name that shows when you post and add an avatar
- Account - see and change your hidden username and email, password, etc.
- Email Notifications - set which email notifications you want and how frequently you get them
Editing Settings
Click your name in the corner, and select Edit Settings, Example:
Recommended Settings
It is highly recommended to review/edit these settings:
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Name | Use something different from your username. | |
Enable Emails | Leave this on (or check the box if not already) | |
Digests/Replies | Couple options, depending on your preference:
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Using the Forum
Usage Guidelines
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Two big guidelines to follow
- Adhere to the Usage Guidelines page for rules of the road
- When to comment vs reply (below)
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Click the "Join the discussion..." to start a new thread. This is best for:
Note: do not use this for replies to a thread. | Click the Reply button to respond to a thread. This is best for:
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Troubleshooting
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Old Account
If your account is old and/or you don't remember your password, by far the easiest solution is just create a new account. There is no cost or penalty for doing so, and you can save yourself some headache.
Do this by:
- Click your name in the upper right, and select Logout (note: if it says "Login", you don't need to do this and can go right to step 2)
- Follow the steps in First Time Account Setup to set up a new account.
Email Verification for Nonexistent Email
Especially when returning after a long time, you may be prompted with an email verification.
In the event that the email is no longer active (e.g., from a prior job), go to your account settings.
On the Account page, you can set a different email (e.g., your current work email).
In the event that you're stuck, the easiest solution is to logout and create a new account. See the Old Account section above.