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Title: how to contact a forum member
Post by: monsy on Sunday 07 July 13 01:11 BST (UK)
Hi. Im new here and I joined because I saw a member had a question about a family in Corratanty, Co.Monaghan which I think I can help with. But I see that I need 3 posts before I can pm them. Is there any other way of contacting them without having to make another 2 posts? Thanks
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Erato on Sunday 07 July 13 01:15 BST (UK)
No, there isn't.  So answer me a couple of times and then you'll be all set.
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: KGarrad on Sunday 07 July 13 08:13 BST (UK)
You can also do a search for their post, and then reply to it! ;D


Added: Welcome to RootsChat! ;D
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Gadget on Sunday 07 July 13 08:38 BST (UK)
Hi and Welcome  :)

I assume that you want to contact jml77:

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,539483.0.html


On the thread, he says that he would keep monitoring it

Quote
I will keep monitoring this thread in the hopes that people researching similar surnames or with other ideas re: avenues of research have information to share.  I have tried hunting through the Irish Family History Foundation site for church records but have not not had any success so far.

So I suggest that you do what KGarrad suggests and reply on that thread - if the info is confidential, just say something like 'I have info on Corratanty' a couple of times and then you will be able to exchange info.

Regards

Gadget
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: monsy on Sunday 07 July 13 10:55 BST (UK)
Thanks guys. Yes, it is jml77 and no, not particularly private as information relates to records I was looking at in the Valuation Office in Dublin. So I 'll reply and also generate another post as I believe my grandfather lived in Glasgow for a couple of years and possibly someone can help with that.  ;)
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: cjcerise on Tuesday 10 September 13 02:45 BST (UK)
This thread seemed to mirror my own situation.  This makes Three.
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: carol8353 on Wednesday 25 September 13 08:33 BST (UK)
Quote from: monsy on Sunday 07 July 13 10:55 BST (UK)
Thanks guys. Yes, it is jml77 and no, not particularly private as information relates to records I was looking at in the Valuation Office in Dublin. So I 'll reply and also generate another post as I believe my grandfather lived in Glasgow for a couple of years and possibly someone can help with that.  ;)

If it's not private family info then it's a good idea to reply on the boards ,you never know if that info will help someone else in the future  ;D
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Irishgen on Wednesday 25 September 13 20:43 BST (UK)
I am a newbie and would like to contact a forum member, but I understand I need to post 3x's, so this is my first. I am very grateful to find this site. 
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Irishgen on Wednesday 25 September 13 20:46 BST (UK)
Third times the charmer, right?  I am eager to connect with fellow forum members. 
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: *Sandra* on Wednesday 25 September 13 20:47 BST (UK)
Hi Irishgen,

A Warm Welcome to Rootschat

Hope you find the site really useful.  ;D

All the best.
Sandra
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: jessika on Monday 27 May 19 08:09 BST (UK)
new here
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: jessika on Monday 27 May 19 08:12 BST (UK)
new x 2
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: jessika on Monday 27 May 19 08:12 BST (UK)
new x 3
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Pheno on Monday 27 May 19 08:34 BST (UK)
Welcome to Rootschat.

That should work and you should now be able to use the personal messaging system.

Pheno
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: carol8353 on Monday 27 May 19 08:43 BST (UK)
Jessika, If you have found a member who you would like to contact,just reply on the thread that they have posted on and they will be notified that you wish to get in touch.

Welcome to Rootschat by the way  ;D

Carol
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: KGarrad on Monday 27 May 19 09:41 BST (UK)
Quote from: Pheno on Monday 27 May 19 08:34 BST (UK)
Welcome to Rootschat.

That should work and you should now be able to use the personal messaging system.

Pheno

Actually, not sure that will work?
Posts have to be on boards that count - Totally Off Topic for example does not count ::)
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: [Ray] on Monday 27 May 19 09:49 BST (UK)


Unless the Rootschat member has this setting . . . . .     
[ Email notifications in Profile / Account Settings / Modify Profile ]

Current Topic Email Notifications (https://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=120331;area=notification;sort=subject)
     
"You are not currently receiving any email notifications from topics."

If set then the member does not get any emails from Rootschat.
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: hallmark on Monday 27 May 19 10:07 BST (UK)
Quote from: KGarrad on Monday 27 May 19 09:41 BST (UK)
Quote from: Pheno on Monday 27 May 19 08:34 BST (UK)
Welcome to Rootschat.

That should work and you should now be able to use the personal messaging system.

Pheno

Actually, not sure that will work?
Posts have to be on boards that count - Totally Off Topic for example does not count ::)


...and then hope the email address they used is still valid! 
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Pheno on Monday 27 May 19 10:23 BST (UK)
Ok understand what you are saying but this is how to use rootschat.  Is that also one that doesn't count towards a total post count?

Pheno
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: hallmark on Monday 27 May 19 10:32 BST (UK)
https://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=302940

shows Zero posts simply because they don't count on this Section.
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: CarolA3 on Monday 27 May 19 11:35 BST (UK)
I believe the rules changed a little while ago, so posts on this board are no longer counted.

Jessika, your post count is still 0, and you will need to join in on an existing thread.  Or you could start one of your own; most people do that on the Beginners board until they find their way around.

Just say if you need any help with that, and in the meantime, welcome to RootsChat :)

Carol
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: carol8353 on Monday 27 May 19 11:38 BST (UK)
The little green scroll under Jessika's name has lit up and she CAN send personal massages though.
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: CarolA3 on Monday 27 May 19 11:46 BST (UK)
Quote from: carol8353 on Monday 27 May 19 11:38 BST (UK)
.................... she CAN send personal massages though.

I'm not sure she'd want to do that :o

I've just sent her a 'test' massage.  Let's see what happens ................................
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: carol8353 on Monday 27 May 19 11:56 BST (UK)
Quote from: CarolA3 on Monday 27 May 19 11:46 BST (UK)
Quote from: carol8353 on Monday 27 May 19 11:38 BST (UK)
.................... she CAN send personal massages though.

I'm not sure she'd want to do that :o

I've just sent her a 'test' massage.  Let's see what happens ................................

What MUST have I been thinking of ?
Possibly my bad back  ;D
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: jessika on Monday 27 May 19 12:07 BST (UK)
Hi all,
Thanks for all your help. Little bit confused on how to use this site. Just came across some info relevant to me today on a very old thread and was trying to directly message that certain person when I came across this thread. Still seems I am unable to send messages however. Carol, I can see your message... but can't seem to reply. Might have a bit more of a play to see if I can get the hang of things.  :)
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: KGarrad on Monday 27 May 19 12:26 BST (UK)
Easiest way to make contact is to reply on the thread you found.

IF they are still interested, and monitoring posts, they will respond.

If not, then your message may be of interest to other members.

The 3 post rule, for Personal Messages, is to discourage spammers?
Otherwise we'd all be flooded with offers of Nike, Raybans, etc. ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: jessika on Monday 27 May 19 13:36 BST (UK)
Wonderful! Thank you for your help. I followed your advice, and have received a reply on the thread so hopefully this can lead to the info I require.Thanks again  :) :)
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: CarolA3 on Monday 27 May 19 14:14 BST (UK)
Yay!  Well done, you'll be flying now 8)

Carol
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: carol8353 on Monday 27 May 19 14:17 BST (UK)
Quote from: jessika on Monday 27 May 19 13:36 BST (UK)
Wonderful! Thank you for your help. I followed your advice, and have received a reply on the thread so hopefully this can lead to the info I require.Thanks again  :) :)

Glad to have been of assistance (reply at 08-43 this morning)

Carol
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Karen Coles on Monday 04 November 19 12:52 GMT (UK)
Hi, I’ve just found a discussion on my Grandfather, information I’ve searched for for years, Fredrick George Coles and his mother Ellen Coles, Westley. How do I reply to the posts?  I can’t believe the information I’ve found on here. Tessa Spencer. Rosie99. Wivenhoe. Thank you.
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Ruskie on Monday 04 November 19 13:01 GMT (UK)
Quote from: Karen Coles on Monday 04 November 19 12:52 GMT (UK)
Hi, I’ve just found a discussion on my Grandfather, information I’ve searched for for years, Fredrick George Coles and his mother Ellen Coles, Westley. How do I reply to the posts?  I can’t believe the information I’ve found on here. Tessa Spencer. Rosie99. Wivenhoe. Thank you.

Welcome to rootschat Karen.  :)

Here is a link to the thread about your Coles family:
https://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?topic=780518.msg6348332#msg6348332

Click on the link.
Go to the end of page two of the thread.
Here you will see a blue REPLY button at the bottom right of the last text box.
Click on the REPLY button.
Type your reply in the text box.
Then click on "Post" in the red coloured box.

I hope that is easy enough to follow, and good luck.  :)
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Karen Coles on Monday 04 November 19 13:20 GMT (UK)
Thank you so much, I am so excited
Title: Re: how to contact a forum member
Post by: Maiden Stone on Monday 08 February 21 20:20 GMT (UK)
Hello Ancestry2021. If you haven't done so already, click "Help" tab at top of the page or "Family History Help - Beginners - How to use RootsChat" at the foot of the page. Click "Forum" to see the range of categories.