How picky are we?

[a_reader2003]

--- In HPFGU-Catalogue at yahoogroups.com, "annemehr" <annemehr at y...> 
wrote:
> Now that we've seen and coded a lot of posts, I'm beginning to 
wonder
> if I've been rejecting enough of the posts and want to consult with 
you.
> 
>

Carolyn:
I must admit I am totally ruthless now, but then I've coded a lot. 

For starts, I usually reject most initial questions which don't come 
packaged with some tentative answers, on the grounds that the initial 
question is usually quoted in subsequent replies, so that saves a 
bit. The replies get accepted or not, on merit - I don't do the whole 
thread necessarily.

All stuff which is just people's wishful thinking and not useful 
analysis gets dumped under 'personal favourites' in the reject list. 
Eg how they wish the series will turn out/what will happen to 
favourite characters (unless supported by canon analysis; if so, goes 
into predictions).

I alternate between 'adds nothing new' and 'FAQ' on the reject list 
for stuff which I know for sure I have already seen discussed in some 
depth. I only add in new takes on a topic. The 'p' button is pretty 
useful here for memory-checking. 

On SHIPPING I get really tough (there's a surprise), and increasingly 
just tick 'trio relationships' if its just another weary go-round the 
triangle, or 'adds nothing new' (particularly tempting). I used to 
code to the individual characters as well, but now do so only if 
there is an extended analysis.

Essentially, as I said at the outset of the project, I think that 
there will be a tendency for the glory to go to early posters on 
ideas, and the hurdles get higher for later posters to add anything 
new.

Be interested to see what others think.
Carolyn