Thread: Default avatar when none is selected?

So maybe it's just me, but the no avatar symbol bugs me to no end, and I've always liked it when forums have a sort of default avatar that everyone gets if they don't elect to upload their own (makes the site look cleaner imho). With that in mind i've made up some rough cuts of what could be done (or something different by someone different). If you like this idea say so!

this has been discuss in the past and is currently under consideration by our staff as if I am not mistaken it was Dave who brought the matter up and I happen to agree that it is a good idea. I am of the opinion that if you can not bother to take the time to get an avatar why would you be bother to take care of an account that you might get an invite for

that is strictly my opinion does not means it is true it is just the way I feel and how I evaluate matters when it comes to me, does not means it is the rule of thumb. When I decide to give any invites I look for activity level and commitment to the site and I am of the opinion that taking the time to make and post an avatar shows commitment and that you are here for the long haul not just to stick and move.

Originally Posted by Morph

as far as the suggestion goes, i'm for it ... maybe a vote, would share a light on what people think... we should have a graphic competition for that standard TI avatar :D

this could be a fun thing, like when they had the TI apps photo thread.

I'm not sure what I think. A default avatar could get kind of boring and redundant. On the other hand, it might encourage others to change it and establish their own "identity" on the site.

I really think a site vote is the only fair way to approach this. A poll should be made. One of the staff will do that soon. :P

What about a selection of default avatars - say 3 per class?

I talk to Vegas about making the poll and was told that Dave eliminated the ability to make a default avatar during the upgrade to v3 so he is going to talk to Dave and see if it can be reinstalled JJ