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I remove this post which I made.
Why Was My Post Removed from the Forum?
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Forum users discussed the limitations surrounding post deletion, noting that first posts cannot be deleted while replies can be. Editing is allowed, and users can provide reasons for deletion, although it's not mandatory. If a user needs to delete their original post, they should notify others not to reply and report the post for deletion. Moderators may intervene if they find suspicious deletions or edits. The conversation highlights the importance of communication and proper procedures in managing forum posts.
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berkeman
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Too bad. I just restored it. So there! 
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No. We apparently do not have the option of deleting our post, but we have the option to edit our post; so I did that (edited the post).berkeman said:Too bad. I just restored it. So there!
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pinball1970
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I have deleted posts before. If I have made a big mistake or another poster replied before me with the same information and I did not spot it. As you long as you give a reason for deleting.symbolipoint said:
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First posts cannot be deleted. If it is a reply somewhere in the thread, that can be deleted.symbolipoint said:
Generally if I have to delete the OP (and, hence, the thread itself), I post, in giant size, a notice at the beginning of the OP:
And then report the OP and request a deletion. This way, you can also save the time of others.
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Giving a reason is optional. If the mods find something sus, they will contact you asking for a reason, and restore the post if necessary for thread continuity.pinball1970 said:
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DrClaude
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If someone removes, by deleting or editing out, a legitimate post (sometimes happens in HH), please report it so we can undo the edit/deletion.