Is there a way to hide threads so we don't see them?

SilverBride · February 22

Is there a way to hide threads so we don't see them? I don't need to see long threads that I have no interest in showing up in my feed day after day. And some of these threads are being bumped by the same people every day so they aren't naturally dropping out of view. It would be great if we could hide or ignore them.

Radiate77 · February 22

You can ignore threads, just click on the cog next to them when highlighted and it gives you the option.

whitecrow · February 22

If you hover over the envelope icon before the thread title it turns into a settings gear and the option to mute appears. I assume that will do what you intend.

SilverBride · February 22

Awesome! I didn't know this. I will give it a try!

SilverBride · February 22

I clicked the icon and choose to mute the thread, but I don't see that it did anything.
It did work! I just had to close the forum and reopen it and I don't see it now. Thanks!

It's working off and on. I hope it eventually stays muted.

SummersetCitizen · February 22

I share this sentiment. I would like this function for other reasons.

I am tired of the forum mismanagement.

Posts get deleted without cause, people get banned, threads get opened and closed willy-nilly.

There is no recourse or accountability for bad moderators.

SilverBride · February 22

For myself, I just plain don't want to keep finding the same long thread every day that I have no interest in, and it won't just move on naturally because the same couple of people keep bumping it every day.

Soarora · February 22

Agreed. It’d be nice to be able to clean up the threads by removing ones I don’t have any interest in reading through. Ignoring the poster doesn’t work either.

lillybit · February 22

Mute doesn't hide anything, it just stops notifications so you can comment on popular posts without getting bombarded with them

SilverBride · February 22

lillybit wrote: »

Mute doesn't hide anything, it just stops notifications so you can comment on popular posts without getting bombarded with them

I turned off notifications a long time ago. So there is no way to actually hide a thread so we don't even see it on our list?

SummersetCitizen · February 22

SilverBride wrote: »

For myself, I just plain don't want to keep finding the same long thread every day that I have no interest in, and it won't just move on naturally because the same couple of people keep bumping it every day.

I totally agree.

What frustrates me is that some threads which have 100% run their course keep getting closed and opened without proper explanation.

KapiteinBoterham · 12:12AM

How are the devs even gonna find out about problems when everyone treats these forums like a damn chatroom.

SilverBride · 12:19AM

We really need a way to hide threads, or archive them, or something to get them out of our list. They just take up space where other threads we find more interesting could be instead. @ZOS_Kevin Is something like this possible?

ZOS_Hadeostry · 12:23AM

Greetings,

I wanted to take some time clearing up some of the things said in this thread, as many are confused about forum moderation.

When threads/post(s) get moderated, it's due to the thread/post(s) were found to be against the Community Rules . Repeated violations can cause an account to be banned from posting. When threads get closed, there should be a message, by staff, stating why the thread was closed.

If you do come across any post/thread that you believe is breaking those rules, make sure you report it, so the Moderation team can review.

If someone wants to appeal or need clarification about an action on the forums, they can do this here

If you have feedback or have a specific question about moderation or those Community Rules, please email us at community@elderscrollsonline.com.

I will leave off with something that is said in those same Community Rules which sums it up "If ever in doubt, please remember to be civil, constructive, and respectful at all times"

valenwood_vegan · 1:38AM

Keep in mind that they're using third party forum software, so they don't necessarily have a lot of control over what features are available. I don't *think* Vanilla offers anything like a "hide this thread" option, but admittedly my knowledge could also be outdated.

Destai · 1:45AM

ZOS_Hadeostry wrote: »

Greetings,

I wanted to take some time clearing up some of the things said in this thread, as many are confused about forum moderation.

When threads/post(s) get moderated, it's due to the thread/post(s) were found to be against the Community Rules . Repeated violations can cause an account to be banned from posting. When threads get closed, there should be a message, by staff, stating why the thread was closed.

The main concern is there doesn't seem to be consistency in how the rules are applied.

The other big concern is things happen behind the scenes and we're never told why. Like this thread here.

If you guys are being told by the CMs or leadership to curtail certain topics, then it's only fair we know what those topics are and why it's so sensitive.

ZOS_Hadeostry wrote: »

If someone wants to appeal or need clarification about an action on the forums, they can do this here

How often are appeals successful and is it another moderator reviewing it?

ZOS_Hadeostry wrote: »

If you have feedback or have a specific question about moderation or those Community Rules, please email us at community@elderscrollsonline.com.

I've messaged moderators directly and have never once heard back. And I'm not the only one. Because of that, I can't imagine many people trust the process you're sharing. Maybe that's something that can be discussed here.

Fundamentally, general rules and broad issues with moderation need to be publicly discussed because they're something we all deal with. Over the years, we've tried to have multiple discussions as a community about how moderation impacts us. Those conversations are cut short over the slightest violations even though most people are being civil. And rather than you guys joining those conversations, we're just given links and reminders to be on our best behavior. I don't think that's what people are asking for here.

Ultimately, people are asking for things to change and for moderators to be more consistent, personable, and transparent. I would hope you guys are willing to make adjustments based on our feedback as your customers.

SilverBride · 2:29AM

valenwood_vegan wrote: »

Keep in mind that they're using third party forum software, so they don't necessarily have a lot of control over what features are available. I don't *think* Vanilla offers anything like a "hide this thread" option, but admittedly my knowledge could also be outdated.

I don't know what is possible with Vanilla which is why I asked if something like this may be possible. It's never hurts to ask and who knows, there may be features we are not aware of.

ZOS_Hadeostry · 2:33AM

I wanted to go ahead and answer some of the questions brought up.

How often are appeals successful and is it another moderator reviewing it?

It is always another member of staff reviewing the appeal, done independent of the staff that did the action.

I've messaged moderators directly and have never once heard back. And I'm not the only one. Because of that, I can't imagine many people trust the process you're sharing. Maybe that's something that can be discussed here.

You can PM us, however that particular moderator might not be working, which is why I recommend to email us community@elderscrollsonline.com.

Over the years, we've tried to have multiple discussions as a community about how moderation impacts us. Those conversations are cut short over the slightest violations even though most people are being civil. And rather than you guys joining those conversations, we're just given links and reminders to be on our best behavior. I don't think that's what people are asking for here.

There have been plenty of these feedback threads, with Kevin even chiming in. We have made changes based on feedback. One specific example I can give is not moving every thread to it's appropriate and correct section, rather than being in General. In regards to multiple discussions, generally these discussions are technically not about the game itself, as it's about moderation. We have allowed these, however they have either gone off topic or went against those Community Rules after multiple in thread warnings by the moderators.

That being said, let's back to the topic that was presented. Is there a way to hide threads so we don't see them?

Vonnegut2506 · 3:18AM

ZOS_Hadeostry wrote: »

I wanted to go ahead and answer some of the questions brought up.

How often are appeals successful and is it another moderator reviewing it?

It is always another member of staff reviewing the appeal, done independent of the staff that did the action.

I've messaged moderators directly and have never once heard back. And I'm not the only one. Because of that, I can't imagine many people trust the process you're sharing. Maybe that's something that can be discussed here.

You can PM us, however that particular moderator might not be working, which is why I recommend to email us community@elderscrollsonline.com.

Over the years, we've tried to have multiple discussions as a community about how moderation impacts us. Those conversations are cut short over the slightest violations even though most people are being civil. And rather than you guys joining those conversations, we're just given links and reminders to be on our best behavior. I don't think that's what people are asking for here.

There have been plenty of these feedback threads, with Kevin even chiming in. We have made changes based on feedback. One specific example I can give is not moving every thread to it's appropriate and correct section, rather than being in General. In regards to multiple discussions, generally these discussions are technically not about the game itself, as it's about moderation. We have allowed these, however they have either gone off topic or went against those Community Rules after multiple in thread warnings by the moderators.

That being said, let's back to the topic that was presented. Is there a way to hide threads so we don't see them?

So, you know, is there?

katanagirl1 · 5:36AM

The threads turn gray if I click on them and read them whereas the ones I don’t click on will be dark green. If I can remember to look at the title of the thread and if it is one I am no longer interested in following I just pass over it and it stays dark green. That’s the best I can do. I read the forums from bottom to top so the unread ones eventually work their way down the page and out of sight and out of mind.

I don’t know if that would work if you go to Recent or whatever, I don’t do that. I just hit the categories I am interested in.

SummersetCitizen · 3:19PM

I am happy to be keeping up with this thread. We are all commenting in agreement of @SilverBride but have different posts in mind as to why.

In the thread I am referencing, the moderator posted saying it ran it’s course. That post was quietly deleted and replaced with a different moderator message reminding people to follow the rules.

They offered no explanation.

I posted my dissatisfaction with this. That the opening and closing of threads felt bad for users. I was told my post was breaking the rules. I won’t discuss how the moderator decided to handle me, but I didn’t feel it was appropriate.

Reporting bad moderation decisions feels pointless as it is never addressed. If we discuss it here we get banned. So, nothing improves.

Being able to hide threads would be very welcomed.