Thread: Ratio Proof Problem

Im sure it must have been said at somepoint but there are far too many incorrect ratio proofs on here. Everyone must have done them properly at some point or they wouldn't be here.

I think the most common fault I see is people blanking out the times in the browser window but leaving it visible in the taskbar, sort of defeats the point!!!



One particular thread the other day every single proof I looked at had the time visible. I just think that we as a community should be coming down harder on this, as these members are putting their whole invite tree in danger.

how does blanking out the time on the taskbar help ??

a smart staff member who - lets say - has an acc here and doesnt want members to give or to receive out invites,or not share tracker information or whatever (he might just be in a bad mood :001_smile: ) can look at the time thus figuring out who was online at that exact time ,at the first digits of the ratio (if are edited ) and find the user and warn him or even ban him.That seems a litle far-fetched to me but it doesnt hurt to be cautious

I know what you mean about it being far fetched but then some trackers are trying to use CSS hacks to determine what sites you've been on and ban you for going on sites like this. So looking at the time seems pretty simple and likely in comparison

In the Introductions, ratio proofs are to be done in a specific manner, but when it comes to ratio proofs in the invite section, they are completely out of wack. I think inviters should start enforcing proper ratio proof edits and disqualify certain applicants for incorrect ratio proofs.

I know tracker staffs/moderators have other methods to check up on users by comparing proofs and what not, but it's about standards. We have our standards so now we need to enforce them throughout the entire site.

There have also been stickies and rule changes for posting in the Introductions section, but what good does that do if the user still doesn't make proper ratio proofs for an invite?

Only members who have reached 55% may work in the introduction section! Do not post in this section until you have reached 55%! This applies to brand new VIPs and Donators as well. Brand new members should concentrate their efforts on learning the community and its rules before telling new members what the rules are.

Yes, knowing the rules is definitely important; although, it doesn't really aid a member while checking an introduction. I haven't seen any posts where an existing T-I member lists the rules to the midgets. Each post we make in the introductions usually concerns the ratio proofs, trading, and speedtests. The qualifier usually being proper proof editing. This fact alone should enforce the ratio proof standard throughout the site.

I've seen numerous 55% users with incorrect ratio proofs. Again, if these users haven't actually created proofs similar to the ones in the Introductions, they could easily overlook some of the finer details.

So basically, if the standard ratio proofs is enforced throughout the forums, members will then know what to look for and will start to frequent the Introductions section when they do hit 55%.

Originally Posted by el2em

In the Introductions, ratio proofs are to be done in a specific manner, but when it comes to ratio proofs in the invite section, they are completely out of wack. I think inviters should start enforcing proper ratio proof edits and disqualify certain applicants for incorrect ratio proofs.

I know tracker staffs/moderators have other methods to check up on users by comparing proofs and what not, but it's about standards. We have our standards so now we need to enforce them throughout the entire site.

There have also been stickies and rule changes for posting in the Introductions section, but what good does that do if the user still does't make proper ratio proofs for an invite?



Yes, knowing the rules is definitely important; although, it doesn't really aid a member while checking an introduction. I haven't seen any posts where an existing T-I member lists the rules to the midgets. Each post we make in the introductions usually concerns the ratio proofs, trading, and speedtests. The qualifier usually being proper proof editing. This fact alone should enforce the ratio proof standard throughout the site.

I've seen numerous 55% users with incorrect ratio proofs. Again, if these users haven't actually created proofs similar to the ones in the Introductions, they could easily overlook some of the finer details.

So basically, if the standard ratio proofs is enforced throughout the forums, members will then know what to look for and will start to frequent the Introductions section when they do hit 55%.

I've an closed giveaway here .http://www.torrent-invites.com/mid-l...tml#post449216. that mentions the introduction rules for beginners, that negates your point.

Keyword being lists. I've only seen members referring/linking users to the rules page, but haven't actually listed the rules. Also, if I wasn't clear enough, I was referring to posts within the Introductions thread.

I structure my invite give-aways like yours as well (similar to the one in my signature). That is the point I'm trying to get across. So you've actually strengthen my points rather than negating them.

@el2em This was exactly what I was getting at. For instance in the GA you did the other day (thanks again btw) you are one of the few I have noticed that actually enforced proper ratio proofs.

I was suggesting that this be manadatory as many people seem to just be overlooking this and saying oh its near enough, heres an invite. I think if people stopped receiving invites due to shoddy ratio proofs they would soon correct their ways and starting posting them as per the introduction. ]

I mean we were told to do them that way in the beginning for a reason, and the reasons haven't changed.

Originally Posted by acela

a smart staff member who - lets say - has an acc here and doesnt want members to give or to receive out invites,or not share tracker information or whatever (he might just be in a bad mood :001_smile: ) can look at the time thus figuring out who was online at that exact time ,at the first digits of the ratio (if are edited ) and find the user and warn him or even ban him.That seems a litle far-fetched to me but it doesnt hurt to be cautious

Daaaamn, thats harsh, i always thought covering up the time was a waste of time rofl, but now i understand. That must take them ages to figure out who the user is though :D