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Klupa
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Hi, I'm new to this forum.
How do you quote something someone else on the thread has said?
How do you quote something someone else on the thread has said?
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Quoting in a forum refers to the act of including someone else's words or ideas in your own forum post. This can be done to provide context, support your arguments, or give credit to the original source.
To quote in a forum, you can use the quote button or tag provided by the forum platform. This will typically insert the quoted text in a separate box with the name of the original poster. You can also manually quote by using quotation marks (" ") around the text you want to quote.
Quoting is important in a forum because it promotes respectful and clear communication. By accurately quoting others, you are acknowledging their contributions and avoiding misinterpretations or misunderstandings.
Some tips for effective quoting in a forum include keeping the quoted text brief and relevant, using it to support your own points, and giving credit to the original source. It is also important to make sure the quote is accurate and properly attributed.
No, it is not always necessary to quote in a forum. If you are responding to a post directly above yours, you can simply address the person by their username. However, if you are referencing a previous post or using someone else's words, it is considerate to quote and give credit.