Text limit - character count - in a post?

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In summary, the purpose of a text limit or character count in a post is to set a limit on the amount of text that can be included in a post, typically determined by the platform or website. There is usually both a maximum and minimum limit in place to prevent excessively long or short posts. If the limit is exceeded, the platform may prevent the post from being submitted or truncate it. The text limit or character count cannot be changed by the user, but may be updated by the platform or website at any time.
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Good grief. I hope nobody interprets that as a challenge to write 35000 character posts. :woot:
 
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1. What is the purpose of a text limit or character count in a post?

The purpose of a text limit or character count in a post is to set a limit on the amount of text that can be included in a post. This is often used in social media platforms or other online forums to prevent users from sharing excessively long or unwieldy posts that may be difficult to read or understand.

2. How is the text limit or character count determined?

The text limit or character count is typically determined by the platform or website on which the post is being made. Each platform may have its own set limit, which can vary from a few hundred characters to several thousand.

3. Is there a maximum and minimum text limit for posts?

Yes, there is usually both a maximum and minimum text limit for posts. The maximum limit is in place to prevent excessively long posts, while the minimum limit ensures that posts are not too short or lacking in substance.

4. What happens if I exceed the text limit or character count in a post?

If you exceed the text limit or character count in a post, the platform or website may prevent you from submitting the post or may truncate the post and only display a portion of it. In some cases, the excess text may be cut off or replaced with ellipses (...).

5. Can the text limit or character count be changed?

In most cases, the text limit or character count cannot be changed by the user. However, the platform or website may update the limit at any time to better suit their needs or the needs of their users.

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