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I'm new to this forum and I wonder when and why some threads are closed and who is doing it? Why was for instance the thread "Answer to Ivan 2" closed? Does it have to do with what you are allowed to write and not!
Threads that are addressed to a single person, or with the intent of having a discussion with one person are not allowed, that is what private messaging is for.lundq said:I'm new to this forum and I wonder when and why some threads are closed and who is doing it? Why was for instance the thread "Answer to Ivan 2" closed? Does it have to do with what you are allowed to write and not!
Evo said:Threads that are addressed to a single person, or with the intent of having a discussion with one person are not allowed, that is what private messaging is for.
A thread can be closed for numerous reasons. The most common reasons are threads that are meant to flame, the content has no merit, the content is already discussed in another thread, the thread is not progressing (circular arguments), inappropriate content, etc...
The rules are in the PF Guidelines which new members are advised to read when they register. Here is the link https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=5374the number 42 said:It would be useful to have these rules made available, or perhaps they are and I just haven't seen them. They seem to make sense, and would probably save a lot of confusion if users knew what they are. It feels unfair when you are confronted with a rule you didn't know existed.
Threads can get closed for a variety of reasons. Some common reasons include violation of the forum's rules or guidelines, the topic being resolved or no longer relevant, or excessive spam or off-topic posts.
The decision to close a thread is typically made by the moderators or administrators of the forum. They are responsible for enforcing the rules and guidelines and maintaining the overall quality of discussions on the forum.
In most cases, yes. If a closed thread is still relevant and follows the forum's rules, it can be reopened by a moderator or administrator. However, if the thread was closed for a specific reason, such as a resolved issue, it may not be reopened.
After a thread is closed, it will no longer accept new replies or comments. However, the thread will still be visible on the forum for future reference. Depending on the forum's settings, closed threads may also be archived or moved to a different section of the forum.
Yes, most forums allow users to report or request for a thread to be closed if they feel that it violates the forum's rules or is no longer relevant. Moderators will review the request and determine if the thread should be closed.