1. Reply by: Tantal

3 August 2006, 02:10 PM

KAFF FAQs

Got a question? Well hopefully we have an answer.

But first, I'd like to point out that while much of the content in this thread overlaps with the forum rules, it does not replace them! I will do my best to keep this updated, but I do not guarantee it. The Official Rules will always take precedence over anything posted here.

Secondly, if you would like to suggest a new question for this faq, see a mistake, or have any other comment, please feel free to PM me.

To see the answer to a FAQ just click on it.

Your Account

I've forgotten my password. Now what?
I've forgotten my password. Now what?
DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. Like most sites that require a username and password, KAF has a link right on the login page for just such a problem. Just click on the link and follow the directions. If you are a new member, you might still have to validate your account before continuing. Click on the "Resend Validation Email" link at the top of this page and follow the directions.

How do I delete my account?
How do I delete my account?
In short, you can't. We don't delete individual accounts, but we can offer you a name change (see next FAQ).

How can I change my name?
How can I change my name?
Name change requests can be submitted to the Admin Inbox, however, there is a limit to the number of times you can have it changed - once every two weeks. The exception to this rule is if you want to change it back to your original name.


About Sigs, Avatars, Etc.
Check out My Controls to customize your account here at KAF.

How do I change the title under my avatar?
How do I change the title under my avatar?
Members with 10 posts or more are able to change their titles. To edit your title go to My Controls -> Personal Profile -> Edit Profile info -> Custom member title.

How do I add/edit my forum signature?
How do I add/edit my forum signature?
Go to My Controls -> Personal Profile -> Edit Signature.

How do I add/edit my forum avatar?
How do I add/edit my forum avatar?
Go to My Controls -> Personal Profile -> Edit Avatar Settings.

Where can I get an avatar or signature?
Where can I get an avatar or signature?
You can make your own, or you can ask someone to make one for you in the Requests Forum

Where can I host my avatar and signature (or any other image file for that matter)?
Where can I host my avatar and signature (or any other image file for that matter)?
We've created a running list of free image and file hosting services. You can find it here.

Why was my signature (or avatar) removed?!
Why was my signature (or avatar) removed?!
It was removed because it violated one or more the forum rules. It was most likely too large in terms of file size or dimensions, or it contained inappropriate content. Your signature cannot be larger than 600 pixels wide, 200 pixels high, and total more than 100 kb. The file size of your avatar cannot be more than 20 kb.

I don't understand! What's the difference between dimensions and file size?
I don't understand! What's the difference between dimensions and file size?
The dimension refers to the width and height of your signature - how much space it takes up on your computer screen. It is measured in pixels (those individual tiny dots on your screen).

File size refers to how much space your total signature (images + text) takes up on a computer hard drive. The file size of text is very small so it's the images that you have to worry about. File size is measured in kilobytes (kb).


About Posting and Post Count

Why isn't my post count increasing?
Why isn't my post count increasing?
Not every forum within KAF increases your post count when you post there. These include Forum Games, Random Rambling, and most temporary themed forums.

What is your ranking system here? When will my rank change?
What is your ranking system here? When will my rank change?
This is what it currently looks like:
  • 10 New Otaku
  • 20 Learning Otaku
  • 50 Near Expert Otaku
  • 100 Expert Otaku
  • 500 Not Just An Otaku
  • 1000 More Than An Otaku
  • 2000 Suited Mecha
  • 2250 Armed Mecha
  • 2500 Winged Mecha
  • 3000 Master Mecha
  • 3250 More Than A Mecha
  • 3500 Fusion Mecha
  • 3800 Training Pilot
  • 4000 Armed Pilot
  • 4500 Mecha Pilot
  • 5000 Defending Pilot
  • 5500 Full Frontal Pilot
  • 6000 Forefront Pilot
Plus there are 4 "secret" ranks.

How do I use the ______ tag?
How do I use the ______ tag?
  • Spoiler
    Be kind. Don't give things away and ruin it for others.
    [Spoiler]I just saw the ending and the main character dies![/Spoiler]

    Example:
    WARNING, SPOILER:I just saw the ending and the main character dies!
  • Show Me/Collapse
    Great for hiding things when you want to take up less space in your post or signature.
    [Collapse]<insert cool picture or text here>[/Collapse]

    Example:
    <insert cool picture or text here>
  • Toggler
    This tag works like the Collapse tag but allows you to replace the button with your own text or image.
    [TOGGLER]Click here![TOGGLE/]These are the clubs I belong to...[/TOGGLER]

    Example:
    Click here!
  • Retoggler
    Retoggler tags are just like Toggler tags except you can click them again and again.
    [RETOGGLER]Click here![RETOGGLE/]Click again![/RETOGGLER]

    Example:
    Click here!
    Click again!


    Toggler and Retoggler tags are NOT nestable (so do not try putting one in another).
  • Slide
    This tag works just like the Toggler tag except it allows you to go on and on and on.
    [seq]Click![slide/]Again![slide/]And again[slide/]And so on[slide/]Etc.[slide/]You get the picture right?[/seq]

    Example:
    Click!
    Again!
    And again
    And so on
    Etc.
    You get the picture right?
Is there some way I can disable the Spam/Grammar Filter?
Is there some way I can disable the Spam/Grammar Filter?
You can request for a grammar filter exemption. Just follow the directions in this thread here.


Features

What happened to <insert your favorite feature here>?
What happened to <insert your favorite feature here>?
New features are often introduced and phased out over time for various reasons. Some of our past features that we are not currently offering include:
What are Scaled Posts?
What are Scaled Posts?
Scaled posts are just another way to represent your regular post count. It is determined by applying an equation developed by sk89q. For more information about the history of the Scaled Post Count and the equation used see the KAF Encyclopedia entry.

Why can't I use the Search?
Why can't I use the Search?
The search feature is currently disabled for normal users because it causes the site to lag.

How do I post an event on the forum calendar?
How do I post an event on the forum calendar?
View the Calendar by clicking on the link in the top right corner of the page. Once there, you can add an event by clicking the Add New Event link in the bottom left corner.

Some usernames on the main page are colored. What do the different colors stand for?
Some usernames on the main page are colored. What do the different colors stand for?
The colors mark the different staff positions on the KAF team.
  • Red - Administrators
  • Blue - Moderators
  • Green - Manager
  • Purple - Scanlation Group Staff
  • Teal - Os2 Anime Staff
How do I create a fanclub?
How do I create a fanclub?
Go to this thread here and be sure to read all the directions.

Where can I ask a question about the FaceFault magazine?
Where can I ask a question about the FaceFault magazine?
You can post questions and feedback in this forum here.

What happened to all the online anime episodes?!
What happened to all the online anime episodes?!
An unfortunate series of events resulted in the collapse of our index. Please see this announcement here.

How do I submit an episode to Os2 Anime?
How do I submit an episode to Os2 Anime?
Go to this link here and follow the directions.

KAF was down. Is there a place where I can find out what's going on if it happens again?
KAF was down. Is there a place where I can find out what's going on if it happens again?
Check out the KAF Offline Update Blog.

Does KAF have a temp forum for when it's down?
Does KAF have a temp forum for when it's down?
We do! You can find it here.


Contact

Who are the moderators and administrators that I can contact?
Who are the moderators and administrators that I can contact?
A list of the current staff can be found here.

How do I report the action of a Moderator?
How do I report the action of a Moderator?
For specific complaints please contact an Administrator using the Admin Inbox or via PM. General feedback concerning the administration, moderators and staff members can be posted here.


Still have a question? Feel free to post it in the Feedback Forum or PM myself or any other staff member.