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Here are the top three things to keep in mind when posting in forums:
1.) When you post, everyone can see it. Make sure everyone can read it, understand it, and be better after reading it.
2.) Make sure that if you say something, it is constructive
3.) All activities in the forum will affect everyone one way or another.
If you want the specific do's and don'ts here is the list:
All-caps /Excessive punctuation marks - Posting in ALL CAPS is just like shouting, and using excessive punctuation marks (!!!!!) will not only clutter your post, but will also make others not be able to grasp your point properly. Try posting properly, applying and observing good punctuation and syntax. Keep it brief, succinct and straight to the point.
Excessive Bumping of threads - Although it is allowed to bump your posts to raise your topic from the ground, doing this too many times a day will not only unnecessarily lengthen your thread, but will also be tantamount to spamming. Try to bump your thread once a day. ;D
Spamming/Posting Non-sense posts - We all know that the more posts a thread has, the longer it takes for it to load. By making nonsense posts and useless replies (such as one-liner comments that do not help in the development of the topic) won't help the topic.
Flooding -This is similar to Spamming, only that he/she has posted the same content in the same thread successively.
Posting about locked or deleted threads/Moderator decisions in public - Questioning moderator decisions in public will not only aggravate the situation needlessly, but will only cause further bickering amongst the community.
Deliberately posting incomprehensible content. - We all know that this is the internet, and that all people from different cultures and languages may view your post. So try to make your post understandable and comprehensible by other people. If you do plan on posting content that isn't generally understandable, post a translation or notes that will help in reading your post properly.
Obscene or Vulgar posts - Posting these will not only aggravate people who wish for a peaceful forums, but will also offend those who are children or minors in the forum.
Unofficial use of GM names/ prefix in your account - Please be reminded that using this prefix will always make others think that you are a Game Master. To avoid this misconception, try not to use this in your display names.
Inappropriate names (eg. names with cursing words, etc.) - As with the obscene and vulgar posts rule, it applies to names, too.
Antagonism (deliberate hate posts without an acceptable basis) - Making posts like these will only disrupt our community and will cause an unnecessary commotion; so try avoiding making these topics.
Harassment or Defamatory posts/topics of any kind toward any member - In accordance to our goals to keep a peaceful and orderly environment, posting these kind of topics will not only inconvenience that member, but will also affect the community as well. And please do consider that this kind of offense is libelous, too.
Flaming/Flamebaiting - In making argumentative posts, it is better to stick to the topic and to the issue at hand. Trying to insult your opponent in this will not help the topic, and will cause unnecessary confrontation and posts. Also, posting content or replies that will bait players into flaming you is equally destructive, too.
Impersonating a known player, member, Moderator, Game Master, or Administrator - No matter the reason, impersonation of any player/employee/representative is prohibited.
Misinformation -When making posts/topics with sensitive information or with a sensitive topic, make sure you do with proper and verifiable sources. Remember that the difference between fact and opinion counts as well.
Improper sexual/racial/ethnic or violent posts - These will cause a misunderstanding between the community and the involved party; as such, these kind of topics is strictly prohibited.
Commercial advertising of any form or kind - Our forums is a community for discussions; posting any advertisement of any kind will not help us in any way.
Exploiting loopholes in rules. - The rules are there for a reason, and by exploiting loopholes in rules will not help the community in any way.
Rebellion - As with exploiting loopholes, this is worse --this involves other people in violating the rules.
Taken from e-games philippines
