Oh..and it is not they are posting in an old thread
it is their NOT knowing that they are posting in an old thread

some cases fit, n some don't
we get newbies welcoming members from 5 years ago as an example
then everyone starts welcoming someone that has not be on the forum in 5 years

bottom line
post in an old thread if relevant with a fix or a resolution

same or new issue? make a new thread or it will be buried at the bottom of an old thread

better for it being noticed
Thanks for you comment and observation

 

If you have an issue it is better to start a new thread and refer to any old thread that is relevant,
preferably with a link.
Each post has this at the bottom:

Click share & then copy the link and paste into your reply:

Definitely do not post issues in your introduction.

Why?

Because folk do not always read old threads/introductions.
We don't want your troubles to be ignored.
Plus, it is harder to find replies given to you, when others have the same issue later.
Post your intro first and then post your question in the relevant section.

Only just joined us?
Please take a moment to check out this thread before proceeding.

Are you new and wondering what to do? (Contains...

Thank you for joining us. Please update profile (see post 3) and post introduction (see post 2) before posting issues. This helps to protect the forum from spammers and unsolicited sellers. Post 2 (below) has a walkthrough guide to posting an introduction. Post 3 (below) has a walkthrough...

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Rather than post in previously solved threads (which may be closed)....

Post your own thread for your issue and link to threads you think are similar.

Why?
Well RESOLVED threads may not get read by those whose help you seek as they are sorted.

 

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