In this post I'll explain with screenshots how to use a forum. I will explain the most important stuff that you need to know!
1. How do I start a topic?
Click on the button I've marked in red to start a topic. You will see this:
In the "Title" you will type the title. Examples: "Lady Gaga to perform at VMA's" or "What is your favorite season of the year?"
This forum uses tags. Choose the tag that fits your topic the most. If you cant find the right tag, the thread you want to make probably dont fit in the right section. If you are unsure, you may ask a mod to assist. I've marked the tags in green.
When you did that, you can type the thread. Sometimes you want to add an emote, center, etc your post. Then you can see the options I've marked in blue.
Note: When posting an image or social media links, you simply copy its adress and paste in the thread. It should show automatically!
If you're done, you click on Submit Topic to place the thread. I've marked this in red. Now you may expect some replies from other people!
Note: Sometimes its useful to add a poll!
If you are able to, you will find the tab "Poll". Click on that to find this:
In the image I have set up an example. This is a thread in the making that could use a poll!
Make sure to fill in each required field. This example needs more than two choices. I've marked in green "add choice" which allows you to add all the options needed. When finished, click Submit Topic. This will submit the whole topic, including your main post!
2. How do I post a reply in a topic?
If you think a topic(or some people call it thread) is interesting to you, you may leave a comment. At the bottom at each thread that is open, you will find this:
Just like making a new thread, here you can also pimp your reply. Note: only do this when necesary! If you cant find an option listed above, you probably need more posts or reputation to get it!
If you're done, click on Submit Reply. Marked in red!