How to Post a Comment or New Forum Topic

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What's the difference between a "comment" and a "forum topic"?

A "forum topic" begins a new discussion, or re-starts one that's been dormant, or has new information. If you are changing the subject or posting a new story, make it a new forum topic. Other people can then "comment" on it.

a "comment" replies or adds to a topic already posted. Check the front page or "latest forum posts," and if what you want to say is already the subject of an ongoing post, comment. This makes the discussion more like a conversation.

To "comment" on existing content:

1. Make sure you're logged in.

2. At the bottom of every forum post, story, picture or previous comment are the words, in red, "Add new comment." Click on those. You'll see a form with your username.

3. Type the title of your comment in the "Subject" box and what you want to say in the "Comment*" box.

4. If you want to first see how your comment will look, click the "Preview comment" button.

5. When you are happy with your comment, click the "Submit comment" button.

That's it! You're done. Your comment will appear at the top of the "Recent Comments" menu on the right. Other users can then continue the conversation by commenting on your comment. You can too, if you have later thoughts.

To post a new "Forum Topic":

1. Make sure you're logged in.

2. Click the Forums menu item in the bar at left, or from the "Express Yourself" page.

3. Click the Forum, such as "Business," where you want to place your post.

4. You'll get a list of posts in that forum, and above all those, the words, "Post new forum topic." Click those.

5. Type the title of your comment in the "Subject" box and what you want to say in the "Body" box.

6. If you want to first see how your post will look, click the "Preview" button.

7. When you are happy with your post, click the "Submit" button.

That's it! You're done. Your forum post will appear at the top of the "Latest Forum Posts" menu on the right. Other users can then continue the conversation by commenting on your post. If you have later thoughts, want to correct a typo, or want to update, you can come back later and edit your own post. Or you can "comment" on your post as above.

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