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maybe we should use the stackoverflow flag concept? that way you could flag an item for being: * off topic * inappropriate/offensive * low quality or 'noise'
by lukesandberg 15y ago
maybe we should use the stackoverflow flag concept? that way you could flag an item for being:
* off topic
* inappropriate/offensive
* low quality or 'noise'
* other (which would require a comment)
then down votes could be removed entirely (or at least deprecated) and if an item was flagged enough the item could be removed.
- overgard 15y agoThat could also work. I think the advantage of a more personalized message is it's a bit more human. If I'm downvoted for something I'm more inclined to take the message to heart and not be offended if someone took the time to explain something rather than just attach a label on it. I do think what you describe has the advantage of being easier to understand though, and accomplishes many of the same goals.
- mooism2 15y agoThe stackoverflow insistence that downvoting something requires burning some of your own karma is also good.