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I've seen other forums that provide a link button on each post that allow the other users a quick means of sending a short thank you message to the writer of the post. I find it to be a great way of getting people to acknowledge posts that are helpful or simply thoughtful. It's easier than taking the time to send a private message. Just click the button and send a quick thanks. It's always nice to know that your posts are appreciated.

Thanks

Nah, it sounds too similar to the "like" button on Facebook. Let's keep that garbage off this site.

I have considered a similar button, but instead of being "thanks" or "like", I was thinking "agree". The forum rules prohibit making posts in the on-topic section that just merely express a quick agreement, but many posters seem to want to do this on occasion.

Scott wrote:I have considered a similar button, but instead of being "thanks" or "like", I was thinking "agree".

I think that would cheapen this site into a popularity contest and result in weaker arguments. I recommend against it. I vote no.

I vote no also, seems kind of childish.

I agree with Spiral and Misty, but I don't have a button to click.