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First, you need to convert it if the image is not jpeg or gif or a png:  [http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=25621221 Image to jpeg or gif or png]
First, you need to convert it if the image is not jpeg or gif or a png:  [http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=25621221 Image conversion]


Then, you need to upload it:  [http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=25620088 Uploading Images]
Then, you need to upload it:  [http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=25620088 Uploading Images]

Revision as of 00:19, 3 January 2010

A special thanks to ONEBGG for his dedication to maintaining the TEST Board. He has graciously allowed us to use his posts in explaining the Tips and Tricks that explain these processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I post a new message?

Go to the message list of the board you would like to compose a message on. Example: The Question and Answer Board Message List

On the line above the messages you will see a link to "Post New Message". Simply click on that, type your message and then click on "Submit". If you'd like to Preview (spelling errors will be highlighted), then click on Preview before Submitting.

How do I delete a message?

Users cannot delete a message unless they are a Moderator on the board.

How do I edit a message?

When viewing the post, there is a link to Edit Msg with a number indicating how many minutes remain for editing. There is a 15 minute window to edit any post.

How do I add a link in my message?

Go to the top of your screen where you see "address". Highlight (hold the left mouse button down as you move your cursor across the text) the entire line beginning with "http". Right click and move the arrow down to "copy". Then place your cursor where you want this information to be copied, right click and select "paste" and Voila!

How do I italicize portions of my message?

[i]text you would like in italics[/i]

How do I bold?

[b]text you would like in bold[/b]

How do I underline?

[u]text you would line underlined[/u]

How do I change the color?

Click here: Color

How do I change the font size?

Font size changes in posts are not allowed.

How do I link to another board?

Click here: Linking to Boards

How do I link to another post?

Click here: Linking to Posts

How do I link text or an image to the Web?

Click here: Linking to the Web

How do I put sounds in my post?

Click here: Adding Sounds

How do I post charts?

Click here: Chart & Link Posting 101 (Thanks Quasi)

or Click here: Posting a Chart

How do I add a picture?

First, you need to convert it if the image is not jpeg or gif or a png: Image conversion

Then, you need to upload it: Uploading Images

Lastly, post it: Posting Images

Or Images from Photobucket: Photobucket

Or Images from Imageshack: Imageshack

How do I add a stock quote?

[t]ticker symbol here[/t]
Ra2.gif Adding Quote Example

How do I make a screen shot using windows XP?

You can make a copy of your screen by holding down the CTRL key and pressing the Prt Scr (print screen) key. That key is usually on the upper right side of your keyboard and may also be called "insert". Now you have a copy of the full screen on your clipboard.

(If the above doesn't work you may have to use the "FN" key or the ALT in place of the CTRL key.)

Go to the start button/All Programs/Accessories/Paint.

After the Paint program opens click on Edit/paste.

At this point you could save and post the entire page but I suggest you crop it down a bit to show only the relevant areas and then save and post it. No need for people to see the very top or bottom of your screen. So here is how we will crop it and save it to your computer.

Click on the selection tool right under the Edit button.

With the left mouse button held down, start at the top left of the area you want to keep and drag a box down and to the right. Let go of the button. If you don’t quite like the area selected, hit the Esc button on your keyboard and try again.

When you are satisfied with the area you want to keep, hit Edit/Cut. Now the area you want is on your clipboard so we throw away the rest by clicking on File/New. A message pops up. Click on NO.

Click on Edit /Paste now and see your picture. Now all you have to do is save it.

Click on File/Save as, and go to your Pictures Folder. At the bottom of that window where it says “Save as type” click the dropdown arrow and change file type to JPEG. Give your picture a name. Click Save.

You can now upload your picture to your ihub picture gallery and post it in a message.

NOTE:

  • PicPick allows you to easily capture full screen or capture only the active window or capture a selected region of the screen.

Related Pages

User Handbook: Composing Posts